The Tolbooth

The Tolbooth is one of the oldest buildings in Aberdeen and one of the best preserved 17th century Scottish gaols. The museum houses exciting re-constructions, models, displays and interactive exhibits which illustrate the history and development of crime and punishment and of the city of Aberdeen.

The Museum is open seasonally (over part of the summer period) to the general public although access can normally be granted for school and community groups at all other times. 

Due to the nature of the building, The Tolbooth has very limited access for visitors with mobility difficulties. As only the entrance hall is accessible, a video presentation of the building is available on request.

• The Tolbooth
  Castle Street
  Aberdeen AB10 1EL
  Tel: 01224 621167 (when the Tolbooth is open)

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Opening Hours

• Tuesday - Saturday 10am-4pm
  Sunday 12.30-3.30pm
  Closed Monday.
  School and community groups can arrange access
  by calling Chris Croly on 01224 337706.

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Contacts

• Chris Croly
  Commemorative Plaques Provision
  Historian
  Aberdeen Maritime Museum
  Shiprow
  Aberdeen
  AB24 5HY
  Phone: 01224 337706
  Email: Ccroly@aberdeencity.gov.uk
  
  

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