Nightlife in Aberdeen
Catch touring productions at His Majesty's Theatre in the city centre and big names at the nearby Aberdeen Music Hall. Blue Lamp in Gallowgate presents lively sessions of traditional Scottish music while the Prince of Wales pub in the city centre is perfect for quiet pints and malt whisky. Fashionable crowds prefer cocktails at Soul or underground dance music at Snafu in Castlegate. Most bars close at 11pm and clubs at 2am.
The College
Sports bar
The big screen at The College in the West End makes it a popular venue to
watch the match of the day. After the sport has finished, it attracts a
mature but lively crowd who enjoy sipping cocktails in the minimalist
surroundings.
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Address
9, Alford Place, Aberdeen, AB10 1YD
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 595550
Ma Cameron's
Friendly local pub
The comfortable, laid-back atmosphere and traditional style makes Ma
Cameron's pub in the city centre a popular place to stop off for a drink. It
attracts a mixed crowd of all ages and serves a choice of beers and wines,
as well as a range of bar meals.
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Address
6-8, Little Belmont Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1JG
Telephone
+ 44 (0) 1224 644487
Transport
Various bus services to Union Street at Belmont Street
Siberia
Young crowd's favourite
Siberia in the city centre attracts a trendy 20-something crowd but manages
to retain a sleek laid-back atmosphere. Get comfortable on the leather
sofas, when it's too cold for the outdoor veranda, and try the flavoured
vodka shots.
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Address
14, Belmont Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1JR
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 645 328
Transport
Various bus services from Union Street to Belmont Street
Prince of Wales
Traditional ale house
As far as pubs go, the Prince of Wales is one of the city centre's old
favourites, attracting an older crowd who come to perch on its very long
bar. It's not at all flashy with a traditional dark-wood décor, a selection
of eight traditional ales on tap and live music on Sunday evenings.
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Address
7, St Nicholas Lane, Aberdeen, AB10 1HF
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 640597
Transport
Various bus services to Union Street at Market Street
Dizzy's
Bar and diner
Dizzy's is a family-run bar and restaurant in Aberdeen's West End and is
popular with the after-work crowd and locals. Decorated in warm colours, the
bar is split into smaller areas, creating a more intimate atmosphere.
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Address
70, Carden Place, Aberdeen, AB10 1UL
Telephone
+ 44 (0) 1224 625577
Soul
Casino and club
Located in a former church, city centre club Soul places an emphasis on
image, its opulent décor and dimmed lighting creating a laid-back
atmosphere. Unsurprisingly, it attracts a fashionable crowd for cocktails,
food and drinks. There's also a members' casino for those feeling lucky.
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Address
333, Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6DS
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 587711
Liquid & Envy
Dance rooms
With five bars and three separate rooms, Liquid & Envy treat the
Granite City to four nights of clubbing every week. Lasers and 360°
graphics, Aberdeen's biggest dancefloor and the best music from four decades
create a party atmosphere.
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Address
5 Bridge Place, Aberdeen, AB11 6HZ
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 595239
Babylon
Upmarket club
Babylon is a Gothic-style club located above The College Bar in the West End.
It's popular with an older crowd for drinks at the weekend, with glamorous
hostesses providing table service, and live percussion accompanying club
classics on the dancefloor.
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Address
9, Alford Place, Aberdeen, AB10 1YD
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 595001
Snafu
Funk and deep house
It's all about the music at trendy underground club Snafu in Castlegate. Big-
name guest DJs appear alongside local favourites, playing everything from
electro and indie to funk and deep house.
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Address
1, Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 5BU
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 596111
Soul Casino
Late-night gambling
Housed in an old church with a spectacular stained-glass window near
Aberdeen's train station, Soul Casino's American Roulette, blackjack and
casino stud poker entertain Aberdeen's beautiful people. An on-site
restaurant and bar sustain players as they bid for glory.
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Address
333, Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6DS
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 587711
His Majesty's Theatre
Victorian theatre
His Majesty's Theatre in the city centre has retained its beautiful
Victorian-era décor, although a recent refurbishment has given it a
contemporary edge. The theatre presents a full programme of touring theatre,
musicals, comedy and dance productions.
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Address
Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen, AB25 1GL
Telephone
+44 (0) 845 270 8200
Belmont Picture House
Arthouse cinema
Belmont Picture House in the city centre has an arthouse feel. There's a
varied programme of newly released films and discounted rates on Wednesday
afternoons for pensioners. There's also a café-bar downstairs with a full
license.
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Address
49, Belmont Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1JS
Telephone
+ 44 (0) 1224 343534
Aberdeen Music Hall
Historic concert venue
Designed by Aberdeen architect Archibald Simpson, Aberdeen Music Hall has
been a premier venue in the city centre since 1822 and a celebrated landmark
in Union Street. Today it hosts concerts of all genres, from pop, rock and
jazz to classical.
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Address
Union Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1QS
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 632080 (information) & +44 (0) 1224 641122 (ticket office)
Blue Lamp
Traditional Scottish music
The Blue Lamp is a well-established bar in the Gallowgate and presents
traditional Scottish music at its best. It also hosts folk and jazz nights
and attracts a regular crowd who return for its intimate atmosphere.
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Address
121, Gallowgate, Aberdeen, AB25 1BU
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 647472
Transport
First Bus Service 16 to the Gallowgate
Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC)
Big-name acts
Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) is a super-sized venue
located at Bridge of Don. It hosts concerts and performances by the biggest
names in music and comedy, as well as major sports events, trade shows and
exhibitions.
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Address
Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8BL
Telephone
+44 (0) 1224 824824
