St. Machar's Cathedral

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4.7

( 10 reviews )

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Open 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM See Hours

The Chanonry, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB24 1RQ, United Kingdom +44 1224-485-988

St. Machar's Cathedral, a prominent landmark nestled in the heart of Aberdeen, Scotland, embodies rich history and architectural elegance. This iconic cathedral, dedicated to St. Machar, dates back to the 12th century and serves as the principal place of worship for the Church of Scotland. With its stunning medieval design, characterized by intricate carvings and towering spires, St. Machar's Cathedral stands as a testament to the city's spiritual heritage. As visitors step inside, they are greeted by a serene atmosphere, where the light streams through beautiful stained glass windows, illuminating the centuries-old stonework. The cathedral has evolved to become a symbol of community, hosting various events and concerts throughout the year. Behind its doors, parishioners, volunteers, and university students find solace in worship, while tourists are captivated by its unique charm. St. Machar's Cathedral stands as a cherished landmark, a reflection of Aberdeen's vibrant cultural identity.

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Ming wong

March 22, 2024

My favorite place. I used to walk through here almost everyday. It's incredibly beautiful. Inside the cathedral is beautiful, peaceful and Very serene. The immense age of the building and grounds give an intense feeling. It has undergone wonderful restoration and full functionality both as a cathedral and museum.

Bigb

March 22, 2024

Holy impressive ancient church Cathedral, will impress history enthusiasts and spiritually minded. Very serene inside, though some understandably suspicious staff guarding the collection of art, tapestries and stone carvings. The immense …

Karyna

March 22, 2024

Beautiful, well-preserved church with an old cemetery. Indescribably beautiful wood panelling on the ceiling. Great history. Free admission. Well worth a visit.

Sean vink

March 22, 2024

Wonderfully preserved Ancient monument. The Gothic style church was built in 1131 but it has not been the seat of a bishop since 1690. It is located to the north of the city centre in the district of old aberdeen.The photos should whet your appetite for a visit. A really magnificent edifice where you can marvel at its deep history.

Thomas birkett

March 22, 2024

I attended the cathedral this evening for a Fever Candlelight Concert and had an amazing time. The venue was the perfect place. Beautiful in the glow of candlelight. Thank you to the venue for their part in setting up.

Davide materazzi

March 22, 2024

Good 40 minute walk from the city centre, but a nice walk and lots of nice buildings on the way. Especially when cutting through the Uni campus. The cathedral itself is beautiful, it felt very peaceful there. The graveyard is also worth a walk around. Definitely recommend.

Nectarios soteriou

March 22, 2024

A magical experience and the String Quartet were excellent. A different slant on hearing some of your favourite heavy metal tunes played this way. The only disappointment was that they missed the last tune.

Evan anggono

March 22, 2024

Beautiful venue, fantastic pianist, will definitely book another event!

Bob walpole

March 22, 2024

Stunning. Had no expectations but the walk through from Seaton Park set things off in a positive way. The graveyard is atmospheric and well looked after. The cathedral is impressive. Definitely well worth a visit.

D mclean

March 22, 2024

Absolutely stunning Cathedral and fascinating history. The architecture is beautiful and surreal. This is a walk into ancient Scotland history. My tour guide, Neil, was kind and incredibly knowledgeable of this cathedrals' vast timelines. A great choice while in Aberdeen