Banff Holiday Deals

Holiday In Banff

On the north coast of Scotland, the small town of Banff, Aberdeenshire is the perfect destination for slowing down real fast.

While on holiday in Banff, tour ancient castle grounds, hike grassy seaside hills and stare off into the North Sea. If you listen closely, you may hear the uncommon sound of good ol’ peace and quiet, which the local Banffians have been mastering since the Bronze Age. OK, the peace has been interrupted with some feudal…feuds. But that’s what makes the history so rich.

From the banks of Banff, you can easily pack your itinerary with the best of North Scotland. Discover neighbouring villages, amble through the city of Aberdeen or investigate Nessie’s whereabouts in the loch at Inverness. Wrap up some smashing Banff package deals like a tasty fish supper and head for the high sea—er, we mean the North Sea!

Things to Do in Banff

Start your Banff holiday at the site of the Banff Castle ruins—it may be a bit crumbly, but that’s what happens when you’ve been around since the 12th century. From there, take a walk down Castle Street to Duff House, which—don’t tell the Earl of Fife—may not be a castle, but its gorgeous gardens and galleries are quite regal.

Wanna escape civilisation, no matter how old? The grassy cliffs of Banff offer some of the best birdwatching in the country, as puffins nest in the nooks and crannies—yes, they’re called puffins! Prefer finned friends? Pick up one of lastminute.com.au’s awesome Banff car hire options and roll over to Macduff Marine Aquarium, where you can get to know the local sea life. You don’t even need to plunge yourself into the cold North Sea. You can watch the aquarium caretakers swim with the fishies during feeding time, just for fun—those Scots and the things they’re into…

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife

If you wanna shop till you drop, Aberdeen is an hour’s drive away. Save for the splurge by booking a cheap Banff package and fill your boot with big-city booty at the shops in Union Square. Want to keep the souvenir-hunting to Banff itself? Visit the Banff Farmers Market for a selection of local produce, handmade art and smoked fish.

You probably think you know fish and chips. But get a mouthful of a traditional fish supper—fish, chips and mushy peas—with a bottle of Scotland’s own iconic Irn-Bru soda (think bright orange cream soda). Other Scottish cuisines to try include haggis, meat pies, heaps of fresh fish and a little something called potted hough (aka head cheese, but the name is fun).

In Banff, even the nightlife is historic. Join a pub crawl to hear all the local “big fish” stories. Pubs like Market Arms and The Ship Inn have been welcoming fishermen and travellers alike for generations. Settle in and guzzle a pint—or two or three—and you’ll be telling your own tall tales before you know it!

What’s Next?

At lastminute.com.au, we’ve got baller Banff packages. All you’ve gotta do is choose the hotels and flights that strike your fancy and escape to the land of cliffs and kilts on the fly!