Discover the Rich History at Tolbooth Museum

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the city centre of Aberdeen, walk towards Union Street and head to the bus station located on Guild Street. From here, you can catch a bus heading south towards Stonehaven. Look for bus services such as Stagecoach X20 or X7, which will take you directly to Stonehaven. The journey takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Upon arriving at Stonehaven, disembark at the main bus stop in the town center. From there, follow the signs towards the harbour area, which is a short 10-minute walk. Head down the High Street, take a left onto the Shorehead, and continue walking until you reach Old Pier. The Tolbooth Museum is located at 3 Old Pier, directly beside the harbour.

• Public Transport

  From Aberdeen Railway Station, take a train towards Stonehaven. The train journey takes about 20 minutes. Once you arrive at Stonehaven Station, exit the station and turn left onto the main road. Walk straight for about 15 minutes, following the signs to the harbour. You will pass various shops and cafes along the way. Once you reach the waterfront, turn right towards the Old Pier, where you will find the Tolbooth Museum at 3 Old Pier.

• Bicycle

  For those who enjoy cycling, you can rent a bike in Aberdeen and take the A92 road south towards Stonehaven. The ride is approximately 15 miles and takes about an hour. Follow the signs for the A92 and stay on the cycle path where available. Once you arrive in Stonehaven, head towards the harbour area, and the Tolbooth Museum is located at 3 Old Pier.