Discover the Serenity of Cruickshank Botanic Garden

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the city center of Aberdeen, start at Union Square shopping center. Exit Union Square and head northeast on Guild Street towards Market Street. Continue straight until you reach the roundabout and take the first exit onto King Street (A956). Follow King Street until you reach the next roundabout and take the second exit onto St Machar Drive (A944). Continue on St Machar Drive for about 15-20 minutes. Cruickshank Botanic Garden will be on your left at St Machar Dr, Aberdeen AB24 3UU. Look for the entrance, which is marked and visible from the street.

• Bus

  From the city center, head to the nearest bus stop at Union Square. Take the First Bus service number 1 or 2 towards Bridge of Don. Get off at the stop for the University of Aberdeen (Donside). From there, walk south on St Machar Drive for approximately 5-10 minutes. The Cruickshank Botanic Garden will be on your right. Ensure you check the bus schedule ahead of time for the most accurate timings.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, start from the city center and head towards the River Dee. Follow the cycle path along the river until you reach the Aberdeen University area. Continue cycling along the designated paths in the university grounds until you reach St Machar Drive. The Cruickshank Botanic Garden is located at St Machar Dr, Aberdeen AB24 3UU, and you can secure your bicycle at the racks provided at the entrance.