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Marischal College – Union Terrace Gardens loop from Aberdeen

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Marischal College – Union Terrace Gardens loop from Aberdeen

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Marischal College – Union Terrace Gardens loop from Aberdeen

01:17

4.98km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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396 m

Aberdeen NuArt Street Art Murals

Highlight • Structure

Much of Aberdeen's buildings have art painted on them as part of the Aberdeen NuArt festival held every year.

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1.62 km

Marischal College

Highlight • Monument

The second largest granite fronted building in Europe, and currently home to the City Council. The college was once one of two colleges in Aberdeen, the other being Kings College at Aberdeen University.

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1.68 km

Denis Law Statue

Highlight • Monument

Beside the Provists house in Marischal Square, Denis Law is famous Aberdonian who played football for Scotland as well as Manchester United.

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1.74 km

Poised Leopard Statue, Aberdeen

Highlight • Monument

The poised leopard was made by Andy Scott, the artist behind the Kelpies. It is said that Aberdeen was gifted two leopards from King James I and has since been …

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2.19 km

His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen

Highlight • Historical Site

A walk through Union terrace gardens to the theatre is a highlight for anyone visiting Aberdeen. The architecture is visually stunning.

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2.21 km

William Wallace Statue, Aberdeen

Highlight • Historical Site

Sir William Wallace is one of the most well-recognised figures from Scottish history, he's often referred to by the Scots as a hero. He was a knight during The First …

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2.25 km

Union Terrace Gardens

Highlight • Viewpoint

Recently redesigned and opened, the Union Terrace Gardens are a rear spot to enjoy the sun in the centre of Aberdeen. Ample benches to sit, and cafes nearby.

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2.49 km

Statue of Edward VII, Aberdeen

Highlight • Historical Site

Statue of Edward VII
"Edward VII. (English Edward VII, born Crown Prince Albert Edward; born November 9, 1841 in Buckingham Palace, London; † May 6, 1910 ibid.) was King of …

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4.98 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.82 km

1.59 km

388 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.21 km

608 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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Marischal College – Union Terrace Gardens loop from Aberdeen

Aberdeen NuArt Street Art Murals

Marischal College

Denis Law Statue

Poised Leopard Statue, Aberdeen

His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen

William Wallace Statue, Aberdeen

Union Terrace Gardens

Statue of Edward VII, Aberdeen

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