Top 10 things to do in Perth and Kinross
Perthshire is known as Big Tree Country, with lochs, glens, castles, whisky and the Highland edge. It is an easy first step into the Highlands from the central belt.
- 1
Scone Palace
📍 PerthHistory, gardensThe ancient crowning place of Scottish kings, with gardens and a maze.
- 2
Blair Castle
📍 Blair AthollHistory, castleA white castle at the foot of the Grampians, home to the Duke of Atholl.
- 3
The Hermitage
📍 Near DunkeldWalks, waterfallsA woodland walk to a folly above a waterfall, among giant trees.
- 4
Dunkeld Cathedral and village
📍 DunkeldHistory, villageA ruined cathedral on the River Tay, in a pretty village.
- 5
Loch Tay and Ben Lawers
📍 Loch TayWalks, viewsA long loch under Perthshire’s highest mountain.
- 6
Pitlochry Dam and Fish Ladder
📍 PitlochryWildlife, familiesA hydro dam with a visitor centre and a view of salmon.
- 7
Edradour Distillery
📍 Near PitlochryWhiskyScotland’s smallest distillery, with tours.
- 8
Glenturret Distillery
📍 CrieffWhiskyOne of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, in Crieff.
- 9
Queen’s View
📍 Near PitlochryViews, walksA famous viewpoint over Loch Tummel.
- 10
Black Watch Castle and Museum
📍 PerthMilitary historyA regimental museum in Balhousie Castle.
Where to base yourself
Pitlochry suits a Highland village stay. Dunkeld suits woods and the cathedral. Perth suits a city base. Aberfeldy suits Loch Tay and Castle Menzies.
Last checked: October 2026.