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Dark Sky Tourism
Discover the North-east’s Dark Skies
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire offer some of the darkest skies in the UK, making the region a standout destination for stargazing breaks. On clear nights, visitors can see the Milky Way and more than 2,000 stars at any one time.
The Cairngorms National Park is a designated Dark Sky Park, and several locations across the region are ideal for stargazing experiences. Many local tourism businesses are already embracing this opportunity and seeing the benefits.
How your business can get involved
VisitAberdeenshire invites local tourism businesses to help promote the region as a leading Dark Skies destination. We’ve developed practical resources to support you, including:
- A toolkit and webinar on creating winter visitor experiences
- Guidance on helping guests get the most from their stay
- Marketing tips aligned with VisitAberdeenshire’s seasonal campaigns
Image credit: Ian Georgeson
Dark Sky Tourism opportunities
Unlock the growing potential of dark sky tourism with our Dark Skies Tourism Business Toolkit. Designed for tourism and hospitality businesses across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, this guide gives you practical ideas, marketing tips, and visitor insights to help you create memorable winter experiences and attract more guests in the quieter season.
Webinar: Creating winter experiences to extend your visitor season
This webinar aims to build on the momentum from VisitAberdeenshire's 2024-25 Northern Nights campaign to promote the region's illuminating experiences and dark skies. Watch and learn more about the opportunities for dark sky tourism and how your business can benefit.
Image credit: Ollie Taylor
Next step
If you’d like tailored support, you can also book a one-to-one session with our team using the form below.
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