Travel Guide to Queen Victoria Statue

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the city center of Aberdeen, head east on Union Street towards the junction with Market Street. Continue straight onto King Street, which will lead you towards the beach area. After about a 15-minute walk, you will reach the beach front. From there, turn left onto the Esplanade and continue walking until you reach the junction with the main road. The Queen Victoria Statue is located in the northern part of the city, close to the entrance of the Aberdeen Art Gallery. It should take around 25 minutes to walk from the beach area to the statue.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From the city center, you can take the number 11 or 13 bus from Union Square Bus Station towards Bridge of Don. The journey takes about 15-20 minutes. Get off at the stop named 'Art Gallery'. From the bus stop, walk back in the direction of the bus for a short distance, and you will see the Queen Victoria Statue in front of the Aberdeen Art Gallery. Make sure to check the local bus schedule for the most current times.

• Walking from the Train Station

  If you arrive at Aberdeen Railway Station, exit onto Guild Street. Walk straight until you reach the first major intersection, and then turn left onto Union Square. Continue walking until you reach Union Street, then turn right. Follow Union Street all the way until you reach the junction with King Street. Turn left onto King Street and follow it towards the beach, then turn left onto the Esplanade. Walk straight for about 20 minutes, and you will find the Queen Victoria Statue near the Aberdeen Art Gallery.