Whether you’re living in Aberdeen for the first time or already live in our sparkling city, there’s plenty to keep you entertained in between attending university and studying. We’re talking epic outdoor adventures, delicious local food and drink, insta-worthy castles, year-round festivals and events, and of course, a vibrant nightlife scene!
Here are just five of our top things you can do in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire as an RGU student this academic year:
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1. Try the RGU ice cream at Mackie’s 19.2!
We bring you an exciting deal for the start of this new Academic Year for you to try out RGU’s very own ice cream! You will have the opportunity to try a scoop of our Honeyberry ice cream at Mackie’s 19.2 from Saturday 30 September – Saturday 07 October*.
RGU staff and students can enjoy 30% off all ice cream and food orders in the parlour during the week. And even if you don’t fancy trying the RGU flavour, you can still enjoy the discount to savour your old favourites!
*Offer only available to RGU students and staff. Valid RGU student or staff ID card must be presented at time of purchase to claim 30% discount. Offer valid from 30 Sep – 7 Oct. Offer excludes ice cream cakes, drinks and alcohol.
2. Take on an outdoor adventure
There are epic outdoor adventures to enjoy in Aberdeen and nearby Aberdeenshire. Try surfing city centre waves, paddle boarding through sea coves, bagging Munros in the Cairngorms National Park, hitting the slopes at Snowsports Centres, or even conquering challenging cycling terrains.
3. Go on an Instagram-worthy castle trail
Have you heard that Aberdeenshire is known as ‘Scotland’s Castle Country’? Visit Dunnottar Castle – a dramatic castle ruin just 20 minutes from RGU or Balmoral Castle – the famous Scottish holiday home of the British Royal Family. Learn more in our blog “My favourite Castles in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire”.
4. Fall in love with our sparkling city
Enjoy foodie and drink experiences, a lively nightlife scene, outdoor activities, an inspiring art gallery and interesting museums. And in addition to Aberdeen’s very own mile-long beach, you can explore parks and gardens and picture-perfect old towns.
5. Be entertained all year round
Celebrate our rich local culture and see famous faces live on stage, as this corner of Scotland is alive with energetic festivals and events. Keep an eye on VisitAberdeenshire – What’s On guide for full event listings.
This is just a snapshot of the adventures you can have in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire as an RGU student. Find out even more about what there is to see and do at www.rgu.ac.uk/aberdeen.
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