Cape of Good View

The walk out to Cape of Good View takes you along a proper coastal stretch with nothing between you and the North Sea. From Peterhead, it's an easy drive north, and the headland itself rewards the brief trek with views that sweep across the water towards the horizon. On a clear day you can stand here and feel genuinely isolated, despite being minutes from town.

It's a walkers' destination first and foremost. The coastal path is straightforward enough - no scrambling required - which means families with older kids will manage it fine. Bring waterproofs though; this part of Aberdeenshire catches the weather properly. A good hour allows for the walk there, a proper look around, and the return journey without rushing.

What you get is seascape. Dramatic in its own right, but honest rather than showy. There's a reason it sits on the tourist radar - the light hits differently up here, and photographers will find angles worth shooting. Birdwatchers also find it worthwhile during migration seasons.

If you're based at Peterhead Marina Bay Holiday Park, this slots neatly into a morning or afternoon outing. The town itself has enough going on - the harbour, fish restaurants, local shops - to make a day of it without feeling like you're padding out the itinerary. Worth the detour if coastal walks are your thing; skip it if you're after something with facilities or a defined visitor experience.