West Tower is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB11 5BB).

How do I get to West Tower?

The nearest railway station is Aberdeen, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB11 5BB.

Is West Tower free to visit?

Yes, West Tower is free to enter.

How do I get to West Tower?

The nearest railway station is Aberdeen, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB11 5BB.

Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands

West Tower

In or near Kingswells.

Free admission

West Tower — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Aberdeen · 0.6 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Dog-friendly

West Tower is a other located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

360° viewimagery from 2018

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

The Tolbooth Museum is located in a historic building that once served as a prison in Aberdeen, featuring 17th and 18th century gaol cells. It showcases local history and the evolution of crime and punishment, providing visitors with a unique insight into the past. The museum is currently closed for restoration and is expected to reopen in spring 2027.

Place summary

West Tower is located in the Scottish Highlands. It is a notable structure, though specific historical details and architectural significance are not provided.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 57.1478, -2.0948
District: Aberdeen City
Postcode: AB11 5BB
Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeen South
Nearest railway station: Aberdeen — 0.6 km
Official site: www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

Sources

osm: way/157311755 (ODbL)

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Museums · Scottish Highlands

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Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands

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Theatres · Scottish Highlands

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Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands

Exchequer Row

Exchequer Row — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕👶↗ aberdeencity.gov.uk

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Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands

Aberdeen Town House

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Free🐕👶↗ aberdeencity.gov.uk

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Theatres · Scottish Highlands

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Where to eat & stay near West Tower

Places to stay

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Hotels · Scottish Highlands

Residence Inn

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↗ marriott.co.uk

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Hotels · Scottish Highlands

Skene House Apartments Holburn

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↗ skene-house.co.uk

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

British Red Cross Hostel

British Red Cross Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Aberdeen Youth Hostel

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Hotels · Scottish Highlands

The Mariner

The Mariner — a hotel in scotland highlands.

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

WS david

WS david — a hostel in scotland highlands.