Travel Maritime Museum

Aberdeen Maritime Museum, hailed as one of the award winning museums in the Scotland is located on the historic Shiprow and incorporating Provost Ross’s House which is built in 1593. The main theme of the museum is the relationship between the city and the sea over the ages to the present day. The museum houses one of the rare and valuable collections of artifacts which cover the shipbuilding process, fishing and port history, North Sea Oil Industry and a collection of fast sailing ships.

The viewpoint over the busy harbor from the Aberdeen Maritime Museum is a breathtaking one and the fascinating story about the city’s long association with the city is a mind opener. The museum also offers special school visits regarding the topics such as Victorians at sea, oil, transport, fishing and the story of the city of Aberdeen. The young visitors can enlighten their mind by answering a range of quiz sheets and participating in small games and activities. Wide variety of events and workshops regarding maritime sciences are also conducted by Aberdeen Maritime Museum throughout the year.

The museum shop is also a busy and popular place in the complex due to its wide range of souvenirs and gifts for all ages. The collection of books and videos are another important asset for the more knowledge thirsty travelers. Leading Light Café which is named after a nearby navigational tower, caters mouth watering delicacies, snacks, home baked goods and meals for its customers.

Aberdeen Maritime Museum also provides its venue for the pre booked events and state of the art multi media equipment and modern architectural space is an added advantage for the organizers. The Museum is opened in week days except for Mondays and admission is totally free.

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