Aberdeen - Old Town
The area north of King's College is known as Old Aberdeen and includes the University, founded in 1494. Several interesting medieval buildings are found in the vicinity of the High Street, most being situated between the Old Town and St Machar's.
Up until the last century, medieval Old Aberdeen in the area around St Machar's Cathedral had its own market charter.
Up until the last century, medieval Old Aberdeen in the area around St Machar's Cathedral had its own market charter.
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Today it has a host of protected buildings, the oldest of which dates from the 16th century and the quarter has become a popular meeting place for students who frequent the pubs and restaurants near the university.
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Old Town House
At the end of High Street stands the Georgian Old Town House (1788). It now houses a branch library.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Seaton Park Brig o'Balgownie
A walk through Seaton Park down to Brig o'Balgownie is well worth the effort. This bridge, the oldest in Scotland, was built on the orders of Robert Bruce and was restored in 1607. From 1329 and for the next 500 years, it served as the Don's main crossing point. Lord Byron, who went to school in Aberdeen for a short time, referred affectionately to the single span bridge in the 10th chapter of his "Don Juan".
University
The University, founded in 1494, is located in the area north of King's College, known as Old Aberdeen.
