Aberdeen

[Grandpappy]

I'm off to Aberdeen in 3weeks,just for the weekend! What should I 'look out' for,scenery,buildings,sunrises/sets,good pubs/eateries and what of the public transport system?
I've just (5wks.ago) had 2wks in Glasgow-I love this city!! and I don't want to be underwhelmed by Aberdeen.
Please be realistic,I'm going up/down on the train & using local buses to get around.
Cheers.

[Hazi-Hammenuhoth]

Watch out for pickpockets, especially if you're going to the bus station.

[albaqwerty]

I've subscribed to this Q, will get a hold of my niece and ask her, (another ab'er works in Aberdeen but doesn't come on here and I'll email him.)

You should always be wary of pick-pockets anywhere, not just Aberdeen.

[Zacs-Master]

There's a great Thai restaurant called Chaophraya.
https://chaophraya.co.uk/aberdeen/gallery/

[New Judge]

You might see the odd white fire engine but I believe they've all disappeared now following the merging of Scotland's fire services.

[Islay]

Go to a local bakers and get some fresh butteries the best in the world!

[Quizmonster]

And, if you think you hear a local say, "Furry boots?" in reply to something, you've got it wrong; it's their version of "Whereabouts?" (I should really say "our" rather than "their"!)

[Tuvok]

There's 2 bus companies in Aberdeen - Stagecoach Bluebird and First Aberdeen

[Tuvok]

TechFest is on

https://www.visitabdn.com/whats-on/techfest-2/

[Grandpappy]

Thanks all. Going on 22sept so will catch the Techfest-thanks for that Tuvok. 'Furryboots,eh?'
Cheers

[anneasquith]

Its chilly and windy,

[douglas9401]

This may be of some help in conversation:

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13140464.Word_up__20_of_the_best_Doric_terms/

[Grandpappy]

Well,I've survived the weekend in Aberdeen! Briefly saw both rivers,the Don & the Dee & checked out the cathedral & one of the Universities. Ended up eating & drinking mainly in the Wild Boar on Belmont Street but did venture up to Chapel St. & Huey's?
Wonder why the 'chugger' takes longer to Aberdeen than it does to London?
Obvious signs of money deserting the city and a severe need for re-investment.
Nothing there to tempt me back!