Timeline
13:59
Visit the Aberdeen Science Centre. The interactive exhibits are perfect for passing the late afternoon. The centre is open until 17:00, so you will have time to explore before heading out.
15:14
Walk to The Archibald Simpson. This converted bank building serves as a reliable spot for a pre-dinner drink. The historical name references the architect responsible for Aberdeen's granite cityscape. It opens at 08:00, so it is open well before this time.
15:44
Head to La Lombarda for dinner. This popular central Italian restaurant is coming up to its centenary. On January 15th, it opens at 17:00, which is exactly 15 minutes before sunset, allowing you to eat while the sky is still bright.
16:29
Finish the evening with a drink at Saltoun Arms. This pub is open until midnight, providing a relaxed place to stay after dinner as the city lights up.
Local tip
The sunset on 15 January is at 15:59. Plan your dinner reservation for 17:00 or slightly later to catch the transition from golden light to twilight.
Check before you go
- La Lombarda is open from 17:00 on Mondays. On other days it opens at 12:00.
- The Archibald Simpson is open from 08:00.
- Saltoun Arms is open from 10:00.
Worth knowing
- La Lombarda is open at 15:44 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Aberdeen (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).