Youth with Split Apple

The split apple sculpture sits in Old Aberdeen, a striking piece of public art that stops you dead in your tracks. It's exactly what it sounds like - a massive apple cleaved in half, which sounds simple enough until you're standing in front of it and realizing how effectively it plays with scale and expectation. The work catches light differently depending on the time of day, and locals seem to treat it as an informal meeting point rather than a formal tourist attraction.

This is really one for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in contemporary sculpture. It won't take long - you're looking at maybe fifteen minutes, twenty if you circle it a few times and take some photos - but it's worth the detour when you're exploring the cobbled streets of Old Aberdeen itself. The area around the sculpture has genuine character, all granite buildings and narrow lanes that feel nothing like the modern bits of the city.

There's no formal admission charge or opening hours since it's a public artwork, so you can view it whenever you fancy. If you're staying at Seaview Caravan Park just down the road, this makes for a straightforward morning stroll before heading to the beach or into the city centre. Pair it with a wander through the university district and a proper coffee at one of the local cafes - that's a morning well spent.