10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Aberdeen

Union Square is one of the main shopping malls in Aberdeen, and the fanatic shopper can browse the store displays for hours straight. Union Square Shopping Center, conveniently located in the heart of the city, has over 60 shops and more than 15 restaurants.

If you target brands, you'll be pleased with Hugo Boss, The North Face, and Marks and Spencer department stores within the mall's walls. The dining options consist of international restaurants, coffee bars and a couple of fast-food chains. You can even find a movie theater with 10 rooms inside the mall.  Union Square Shopping Center is just around the corner from the Aberdeen train station.

Trinity Center Aberdeen has quite a varied selection of shops to stroll around in. Although slightly smaller than Union Square, there’s plenty of jewelers, fashion boutiques and toy stores, as well as wellness and beauty shops.

Savor a British brekkie at Debenhams Restaurant, or get energized in one of the coffee shops and juice bars before starting your shopping spree. Another option is digging into Asian fare at the Chopstix Noodle Bar. Just outside The Trinity Center, you can find the majestic Tivoli Theater, which invites you to with a ballet performance or a comedy show.

With over 70 stores, Bon Accord Aberdeen offers a shopping experience that’s suitable for the entire family. While the adults can collect new wardrobe items in the numerous fashion stores, the kids can revel in a fantasy world with their favorite animated characters in the Disney Store.

Bon Accord Center has an impressive number of cafes, and a cup of coffee or English tea is never far away. Several bakeries provide bakery items to accompany your beverages. Consider a visit to the nearby Aberdeen Science Center, where both parents and kids can take part in exciting scientific experiments.

The Academy shopping mall lies in Aberdeen’s center, and it is convenient to combine your tour of the city with a quick stop in this modestly sized arcade. The Academy has just over 20 shops, but it has a lovely selection of fashion brands, beauty studios, and places to sit down for a drink.

If you want to treat your loved ones with a delightful present, visit one of the mall’s onsite gift shops and bookstores. Apart from shops, The Academy has a small choice of cafes and a bakery to go for a quick bite or a refreshing beverage.

The monthly Aberdeen Farmers’ Market is a fantastic alternate to indoor shopping malls. On the last Saturday of each month, local food producers display their fruits, vegetables, meats, and bakery items in a park along Belmont Street.

Besides the selection of fresh produce straight from the land and the baking oven, the Aberdeen Farmers' Market has plenty of stalls selling hand-crafted gifts, jewelry, and home decor. It's lovely to stroll around the peaceful Union Terrace Gardens, just a few minutes away on foot.

It’s worth wandering down George Street that cuts through the city centre for over 1 km, whichever type of shops you’re targeting during your shop binging. Fuel up for your walk at one of the many eateries along the street, ranging from a burrito bar to bakeries and Indian restaurants.

George Street has many high-end jewelers if you want to treat yourself with a precious gift or ask your partner the big question. This shopping street also houses a nail studio and a couple of hair salons to get you in great shape.

Beach Boulevard Retail Park is basically a collection of superstores and an excellent place to explore on a rainy day. Look for household accessories in the Dunelm store, or enjoy a moment in Pausa Coffee Shop. Budget-conscious shoppers will be pleased with the presence of Home Bargains, where you can browse household items, food and toys at desirable prices.

Beach Boulevard Retail Park is near the coast, so you can take a break from shopping when the weather allows it and soak up the silky breeze of the North Sea.

While most people are drawn to the main malls around Union Street, this road has its own fair share of retail stores and restaurants. The vast selection of shops along Union Street draws a diverse crowd. Here, you can look for bargains at Poundland, scan Gift Wrap for Scottish souvenirs, and find dazzling accessories at the well-established jeweler Jamieson & Carry.

If you start building up an appetite during browsing, Union Street is packed with heaps of restaurants with international cuisines and cozy cafes. If you’re planning a trip around Scotland, you can head for the Visit Scotland information center in Union Street to collect tips for your journey.

Market Street houses several restaurants and shops, the latter mainly aimed at hobbyists. Especially in the northeastern section of Market Street, you’ll find specialty stores, such as camera stores and Gamola Golf where you can buy equipment to be active on the golf course.

Market Street has some snuggly bars and cafes as well, which provide a place to let go of your heavy shopping bags for a while. We recommend visiting The Kirk of St. Nicholas, a stunning 12th-century cathedral just north of the street.

Scotland’s Bothy is a souvenir shop that almost depicts a cushy Scottish hut in central Aberdeen. Full of Scottish memorabilia, it’s a pilgrimage destination for true admirers of the country. Upon entering, you can bask in original kilts, clothes made from Scottish wool, and highlandwear – traditional Scottish attire.

Other fun souvenirs to bring home include miniature bagpipe players, Scotland-themed jewelry, and books that describe the history and stories from Scotland and Aberdeen. The shop also offers a custom shirt printing service, so you can create your own visible memories of your Aberdeen trip.