Shopping

From bustling city centres to charming boutiques, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire offer plenty of shopping opportunities. Discover quirky gifts, local crafts, Scottish clothing and delicious food and drink, perfect for treating yourself or finding a memento to take home. Just make sure to leave room in your suitcase.

Shopping Centres
Aberdeen is home to three major shopping centres, each offering a mix of high street favourites, local crafts, and places to eat and relax. Union Square boasts over 60 stores, 30 cafés and restaurants and a 10-screen cinema, all conveniently linked to the city’s transport hubs. Just a short walk away, the Trinity Centre has been a city shopping destination for nearly 40 years. Bon Accord & St Nicholas Centre offers over 70 shops and unique local gifts at Curated Aberdeen, supporting small businesses and local charities.

The West End

Aberdeen’s West End is a haven for high-end independent boutiques and lifestyle stores. Women’s fashion can be found at Tiger Lily Boutique, Sirene, Bellino and Hamish Munro, while men’s style is served by Pure Man, Signature Menswear, and Cruise Fashion. Explore family-run Country Ways for country and equestrian wear, TherapACE for art and jewellery, and No. 18 Gifts & Cards or Copper & Gray for unique gifts and homeware. For antiques, visit Colin Wood Antiques, or sample rare whiskies at the Aberdeen Whiskey Shop & Tasting Room.

Rosemount

Rosemount is a charming Victorian neighbourhood full of family-run specialist shops. Sample artisan cheeses at Gourmet Cheese Co., fresh fish from The Creel Fish Shop, or sweet treats from Humbug and Gumblossom. Discover handmade candles at Heartfelt Aromas, bespoke jewellery at Thistle Jewellers, and locally sourced produce at Rosemount Market. For lifestyle and wellbeing, visit Rooted Botanical Emporium or SEED skateshop. Unique gifts can be found at CloudyBlue, The Owl at Number Two, and Wool for Ewe.

Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire’s towns and villages are full of independent shops offering bespoke arts, crafts, gifts, and homeware. In Stonehaven, My Beautiful Caravan delights with quirky cards and local creations, while Milton of Crathes features Hidden Scotland, Twin Peakes Fly Fishing, and Milton Art Gallery. In Banchory, visit Hush Living for statement homeware and Country Ways for country and equestrian wear. Kilts Wi Hae in Newmachar offers quality highland wear and accessories.

Royal Deeside is home to artisan shops in Ballater and Braemar, including the Braemar Chocolate Shop, the Roaring Stag, and Geek Bothy in Kemnay. The Black Faced Sheep in Aboyne combines homeware, gifts, and a welcoming café. For vintage and collectables, The Old Smiddy in Kincardine O’Neil and the Ethical Gift Shop & Refillery in Huntly are must-visits. Further north, Portsoy Gift Box and Banff’s Spotty Bag Shop offer handmade crafts, gifts, and a wide range of essentials, making Aberdeenshire a treasure trove for shoppers.