Aberdeen’s Walls: A 90‑Minute Private Walk Through the City’s Street Art

ABERDEEN PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE

Aberdeen’s Walls: A 90‑Minute Private Walk Through the City’s Street Art

A private 1.5‑hour guided walk that digs under bridges and down hidden alleys to view Aberdeen’s rotating collection of murals, guided by a local expert.

Aberdeen’s Walls: A 90‑Minute Private Walk Through the City’s Street Art.

Duration
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Location
Aberdeen
Operator
Walking Tours in the UK
Category
Private
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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This private walking tour peels back Aberdeen’s granite façade to reveal murals, pasted pieces and large-scale installations tucked into lanes, beneath overpasses and on the flanks of ordinary buildings. Led by a local guide, the 90‑minute route changes regularly so each tour reflects the city’s current street‑art pulse.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

A rotating gallery of striking murals
THE ART

A rotating gallery of striking murals

You’ll encounter more than ten murals on a single walk, including named works that have put Aberdeen on the street‑art map — pieces such as 'Man & Dog' by Smug, the 'Lego Wall' by Jan Vormann, 'Side Profile' by Alice Pasquini and Bordalo’s 'Unicorn.'

Alleys, underpasses and unexpected viewing angles
THE ROUTE

Alleys, underpasses and unexpected viewing angles

Rather than a single mural-lined boulevard, the tour snakes into overlooked corners — narrow alleys and under bridges — bringing hidden works into view and changing as new pieces appear on the streets.

A local expert who updates the route
THE GUIDE

A local expert who updates the route

This private experience is led by a knowledgeable local who tailors the walk and refreshes the route to include the newest and most compelling works, ensuring each booking offers a distinct perspective.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

The tour unfolds as an intimate, 1.5‑hour stroll through Aberdeen’s urban textures: a steady pace that lets the guide frame each piece and place, moving from broad façades to tucked‑away gems as new work is pointed out and local context is shared.

A rotating gallery of striking murals

THE ART

A rotating gallery of striking murals

You’ll encounter more than ten murals on a single walk, including named works that have put Aberdeen on the street‑art map — pieces such as 'Man & Dog' by Smug, the 'Lego Wall' by Jan Vormann, 'Side Profile' by Alice Pasquini and Bordalo’s 'Unicorn.'

Alleys, underpasses and unexpected viewing angles

THE ROUTE

Alleys, underpasses and unexpected viewing angles

Rather than a single mural-lined boulevard, the tour snakes into overlooked corners — narrow alleys and under bridges — bringing hidden works into view and changing as new pieces appear on the streets.

A local expert who updates the route

THE GUIDE

A local expert who updates the route

This private experience is led by a knowledgeable local who tailors the walk and refreshes the route to include the newest and most compelling works, ensuring each booking offers a distinct perspective.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this private street‑art tour suits

1
Small private groupsIdeal — the price covers a private group of up to four people for a single flat fee, with additional participants charged per person.
2
CouplesWell matched — couples get a focused, private experience at the group rate for up to four people.
3
Solo travelersSuitable — solo travelers can book the private tour and take advantage of the full guide attention, though pricing reflects the private booking structure.
4
Families or larger groupsPossible — the private rate applies to groups up to four; additional people may be added at the per‑person rate thereafter.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Booking

You choose the tour date and start time in the booking form.

What to Bring

The provided trip details do not list specific gear requirements.

Meeting Point

The standard meeting point is the Robert the Bruce Statue on Broad St; if you need an alternate meeting place the operator asks that you email after booking.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 1.5 hours.

Where do we meet?

The meeting point is the Robert the Bruce Statue on Broad St; the operator can arrange an alternate meeting location if you email after booking.

How many people can join?

The private rate covers a group of up to four people; additional participants are charged per person.

Will I see the same route as other groups?

Routes are regularly updated and each tour offers a different route, so the walk is refreshed to include new pieces.

Which murals will we see?

On a single tour you can expect to see more than ten murals, including works such as 'Man & Dog' by Smug, the 'Lego Wall' by Jan Vormann, 'Side Profile' by Alice Pasquini and Bordalo’s 'Unicorn.'

How do I change the start time or meeting location?

You select date and start time when booking; if you need a different meeting point, contact the operator by email after booking.