Cove Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Popular places to visit
Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
University of Aberdeen
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Aberdeen during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Codonas Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Codonas Amusement Park during your visit to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Walk amid tropical rainforests or arid displays dotted with cacti at this beautiful garden set within a collection of large glasshouses in a pretty city park.
Aberdeen Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Aberdeen Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
King's College
Explore the campus of King's College during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Top hotels in Cove
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Great stay excellent service
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Cove Bay Hotel
Second visit to Cove Bay hotel, both visits to see a family members. Hotel is on the outskirts of Aberdeen overlooking the North Sea. Our rooms were very comfortable and nicely decorated. The bathrooms have a great shower but could have done with another radiator as they were quite chilly. The food ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
The only staff we experienced was the reception staff during our overnight stay! She was was very pleasant and friendly! The room was lovely, clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Great staff, very helpful Great Room Value for money Great breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Thainstone House
Excellent venue and location, the country manor house has not been lost in the considerate conversion to a hotel Good size room and a decent firm bed Breakfast was most excellent and set me up for the day ahead Friendly and welcoming staff
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Room was basic but fine for an overnight stay. Sink in bathroom was choked and nasty stuff coming up so couldn't be used. Apart from that ok for the price
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cove
Altens
While Altens isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Aberdeen Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Torry
While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Torry Battery and Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club).
Ferryhill
While Ferryhill isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Broomhill
While there might not be top attractions in Broomhill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Gordon Highlanders Museum.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Central Aberdeen
Travellers to Central Aberdeen praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Aberdeen Music Hall and His Majesty's Theatre.
