Aberdeen The Granite City

Aberdeen is the perfect location for unforgettable team-building experiences, offering a mix of stunning costal views, historical charm, and modern innovation.

Known as the ‘Granite City’ due to its distinctive grey stone buildings, Aberdeen offers a unique and inspiring backdrop for team-building activities.

This city’s rich history, combined with its vibrant cultural scene, makes it the ideal place for fostering teamwork, boosting morale, and enhancing communication within your organisation. At Maximillion Events, we specialise in creating bespoke team-building experiences that will energise your staff and leave a lasting impact – and there’s no better place for your team day than Aberdeen, a city filled with character and potential.

Why choose Aberdeen for Team Building?

Aberdeen is a city with a rich blend of history, iconic landmarks, nature, and modernity, making it a fantastic destination for team-building events.

With its beautiful coastline, stunning parks, and iconic architecture, there’s no shortage of diverse venues and locations to host both indoor and outdoor activities.

The city’s vibrant culture, coupled with its proud maritime heritage, provides the perfect setting to boost team collaboration and creativity. Whether you’re looking for a fun urban adventure or a more tranquil, nature-filled experience, Aberdeen offers a variety of environments to cater to every type of team-building challenge.

These are just some of Aberdeen’s key attractions, though there are many more waiting to be discovered:

The Aberdeen Maritime Museum 
Explore Aberdeen’s seafaring history and learn about its vital role in the oil and gas industry.

Union Street
The heart of the city, lined with Victorian and Georgian architecture.

Duthie Park
A beautiful public park with lush green spaces, perfect for outdoor team-building activities.

The Old Aberdeen
A charming part of the city that takes you back in time with its cobbled streets and historic buildings. 

Balmoral Castle
Just outside the city, this royal residence offers scenic views and a regal backdrop for team events.

Aberdeen Beach
A scenic location that can serve as a fun setting for outdoor challenges, treasure hunts, and beach activities.

The Gordon Highlanders Museum
A great place to tap into the city’s military history for themed events.

Cairngorms National Park
A short drive away, this expansive park offers countless opportunities for outdoor challenges, hikes, and adventure activities.


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Indoor Team Building Aberdeen

Aberdeen is home to a range of excellent venues that are perfect for indoor team-building activities. Whether you’re looking for traditional spaces steeped in history or modern conference centres, the city offers a variety of unique locations to meet your needs.

Indoor events are a great option if you want to avoid the unpredictable Scottish weather, while still providing engaging and memorable experiences for your team. Here are a selection of activities that work best indoors and particularly in Aberdeen:

Challenge Chest
Kinetic Connections
Team Works In

Outdoor Team Building in Aberdeen

Maximillion is known for creating memorable outdoor team-building experiences, and Aberdeen offers a fantastic variety of locations for open-air activities. With its combination of costal beauty, rolling hills, and historic landmarks, the city is a great choice for team building challenges.

Here are some of the top outdoor events with a variety of challenges that are well-suited to Aberdeen:

Beach Challenges
Aberdeen Beach offers a stunning location for a range of fun outdoor team-building activities such as sandcastle competitions, relay races, and treasure hunts.

Cairngorm GPS Adventure
Located just outside the city, the Cairngorms National Park provides a perfect setting for hiking, orienteering, and adventure-based team challenges. Ideal for those looking to put their leadership skills to the test!

Multi-Activity Days
Duthie Park and other private green spaces offer a great environment for a variety of outdoor team-building exercises designed to boost teamwork and communication.

Evening Team Building in Aberdeen

Aberdeen comes alive in the evenings, offering a wealth of restaurants, bars, and unique venues perfect for hosting evening team-building activities. Whether you’re looking for an interactive experience or something more relaxed, Aberdeen offers a variety of venues that can help you create the perfect ice breaker environment for your team.

Here are some of the best evening team-building activities in the city:

Level-Up
Murder Mystery
Pub Olympics

GPS Treasure Hunt Team Building in Aberdeen

Want to challenge your teams problem solving skills? Aberdeen’s historic setting and beautiful backdrop make it an ideal location for a GPS treasure hunt.

With its mix of cobbled streets, modern architecture, and beautiful waterfront, the city offers a diverse range of settings that provide the perfect environment for this exciting team-building activity.

A GPS treasure hunt in Aberdeen can take teams on an adventure through the city, exploring landmarks like the Maritime Museum, the Old Aberdeen district, and Aberdeen Beach, making it a truly immersive experience. Teams will solve clues, complete challenges, and engage with the city in new and exciting ways.

Find out more on our Aberdeen Treasure Hunts page!

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Venues & Hotels

Aberdeen offers a wide range of amazing venues that are perfect for hosting your team-building event, even conferences, with accommodation options to suit all budgets.

From historic buildings to modern conference centres. the city provides a variety of settings to match the style and theme of your event to create an unforgettable experience.

Here are some of Aberdeen’s top venues:

The Marcliffe Hotel & Spa
A luxury hotel with spacious facilities and a beautiful outdoor setting, ideal for both indoor and outdoor activiites.

Ardoe House Hotel
A charming baronial mansion located 6 miles outside Aberdeen within 30 acres of stunning grounds.

Norwood Hall
Victorian Mansion hotel with breathtaking scenery set in 7 acres of grounds.

Meldrum House Hotel Spa & Golf
Tucked away in the picturesque Aberdeenshire countryside, a 13th century manor house sits in 240 acres and is a stunning luxurious retreat.

Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC)
A major venue for conferences and events, offering excellent facilities for large-scale team-building activites.

The Beach Ballroom
An iconic venue by the sea that offers a unique setting for both indoor and outdoor team-building events.

The Altens Hotel
A modern hotel with excellent facilities and spacious outdoor areas for team-building activities.

His Majesty’s Theatre
A historic theatre offering a creative backdrop for team-building activities, especially those involving drama and creativity.

The Craigiebuckler Church Centre
A unique and inspiring venue for creative team-building events and workshops.


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Aberdeen Team Building FAQs

What are the key benefits of team building in Aberdeen?

Aberdeen is an ideal location for team-building events due to its unique blend of modern industry and natural beauty.

The city facilitates improved communication and collaboration whilst boosting team morale, offering both adventurous outdoor challenges and creative urban activities. Its rich maritime heritage and stunning landscapes provide diverse settings for meaningful team exercises.

On top of that, Aberdeen’s energetic atmosphere, driven by a strong sense of community, university presence, and a vibrant arts scene, fosters creativity and innovation. With excellent transport links and various accommodation options, Aberdeen ensures convenience and a fulfilling experience for teams.

At Maximillion, we offer a range of tailored activities to meet every team’s objectives, making the city a perfect backdrop for both indoor and outdoor events.

What outdoor activities do Maximillion recommend in Aberdeen?

Maximillion offers a variety of exciting outdoor activities in Aberdeen, including:
Beach Challenges
Cairngorm Adventure
Multi-Activity Days

Maximillion can tailor our full range of outdoor event options for delivery in Aberdeen and all can be tailored to suit your chosen venue space and timings.

Is there a minimum number required for teams building events in Aberdeen?

The minimum number of participants required for team-building events in Aberdeen varies depending on the specific activity. Maximillion design events to be scalable to accommodate your group size. We can tailor it for anything from 10 to over 1000 participants. Get in touch today to explore building your event.

Inspo lab

We’re only happy when you’re delighted with your event.

We’re always ready to shred the script, mix things up and bounce right out of the box. Tell us a little bit more about your requirements, and our event creators will come up with a host of options and ideas to inspire you.

Ready to create your event or just want to find out more? Either way, we’re waiting to hear from you.

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