lovely old staion well kept very helpful staff in the tourist information office

The cafe/restaurant at the Old Royal Station used to have some character, but this is now somehow absent. There are now much better/cosier/ friendlier places to eat and drink coffee in Ballater

This place will not serve a coffee unless it is accompanied by a meal! Ridiculous.

I am ashamed to say despite living in Aberdeenshire for more than 40 years we had never gone to the Ballater station until today. It was both informative and very enjoyable - the display doesn't take up a lot of space but there is a great deal of information packed into a small area. The commentaries and scenarios are excellent... More

A small museum but you can sense the royal connection if that is your thing. Children are most fascinated by the beautiful "throne" onnce graced by HIHQueen Victoria's buttocks! I summary a small part of the Royal deeside Experience which should not be missed.and for such a modest fee!

Nice lunch menu, will go back. Comfy surroundings and morning coffee with the papers is relaxing.

I was exploring the town and came across the Tourist Information centre which is part of the old railway station. The Royal Station exhibition isn't something I'd heard of and even in the Tourist Information office you could miss it - but I spotted the door onto the platform and for £2 entry I thought it would be worth it.... More

This is a truly remarkable exhibition depicting the formation of railways in Ballater from Victorian times right through to its final closure in 1966. The various audio presentations and the plush Royal carriage which sits on a length of railway line at the old station platform depict a very realistic display. The £2 entry charge represents the best value for... More

great to see how great train travel was for the royals