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Braemar, Scotland

Braemar is a village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, around 58 miles (93 km) west of Aberdeen in the Highlands. It is the closest significantly-sized settlement to the upper course of the River Dee, sitting at an elevation of 339 metres (1,112 ft).

Type City

Why go

  • Village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
  • Known for Braemar Castle, castles, Kindrochit Castle, Cairngorms National Park.

History

Braemar is a village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, around 58 miles (93 km) west of Aberdeen in the Highlands. It is the closest significantly-sized settlement to the upper course of the River Dee, sitting at an elevation of 339 metres (1,112 ft).

Where to stay

Chapel Brae, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YT, United Kingdom · birchwoodbraemar.co.uk
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Glenshee Rd, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YQ, United Kingdom · braemarcaravanpark.co.uk
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Mar Rd, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YN, United Kingdom · thefifearms.com
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Glenshee Road, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YR, United Kingdom · theinvercauldarms.com
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Fife Brae, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5NS, United Kingdom
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Mar Lodge Estate, Estate Office, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YJ, United Kingdom
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15 Mar Rd, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YL, United Kingdom
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15 Glenshee Rd, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YQ, United Kingdom · cranfordbraemar.co.uk
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Hillside Rd, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5YU, United Kingdom · craigleabraemar.com
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Ivy Cottage, Cluniebank Rd, Braemar, Ballater AB35 5ZP, United Kingdom · ivycottagebraemar.co.uk
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Restaurants & places to go

Fusion, Fast Food · Fusion fast food
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Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-23:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 · 2 - 4 Invercauld Road, AB35 5YP
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Cafe · cafe · taste-braemar.co.uk
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Cafe · Features: outdoor seating, vegan options, step-free access · AB35 5YP
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Restaurant · restaurant
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Cafe · cafe
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Braemar, Scotland — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Braemar, Scotland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
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