Attractions in Perthshire Argyll Scotland

Attractions on Perthshire

Perthshire has numerous visitor attractions for all the family including:

Perthshire Tourist Information Centres

There are 6 Tourist Information Centres in Perthshire dedicated to helping you make accommodation bookings, purchase tickets and provide information on all of the regions excellent attractions and activities.

 

Scottish Crannog Centre

The Scottish Crannog Centre is an award winning attraction featuring the only authentic recreation of an Iron-Age loch dwelling in Scotland. You can experience life as it was on Loch Tay 2500 years ago through the guided tours, videos and ancient craftwork demonstrations.

Open mid-March to end October.

Scottish Crannog Centre, Kenmore, Loch Tay, PH15 2HY.
Tel: 01887 830583 Scottish Crannog Centre

Huntingtower Castle

Huntingtower Castle is located on the outskirts of Perth and dates from the 15th century. It features a beautiful painted ceiling and has excellent views of the countryside from the castle ramparts. Huntingtower is famous for being the heart of the the mysterious Gowrie Conspirancy of 1582. The castle is open all year.

Huntingtower Castle, Huntingtower, Perth, PH1 3JR
Tel: 01738 627231

 

Loch Leven Castle

Loch Leven CastleThis is the island castle where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned in 1567. She eventually escaped with the help of her gaoler's son and within two weeks had fled Scotland, never to return. The castle is accessed via a lovely short ferry trip in an open boat across Loch Leven National Nature Reserve. Open April to September.

Loch Leven Castle, Loch Leven, by Kinross, KY13 7AR
Tel: 07778 040483 Historic Scotland

 

Elcho Castle

Elcho is a 16th century fortified mansion with many original features including a courtyard, chapel and round tower with kiln. It overlooks the River Tay close to the hamlet of Rhynd in the south west of Perth. Open April to September.

Elcho Castle, Near Rhynd, Perth
Tel: 01738 639998

 

Highland Adventure Safaris

Highland Adventure Safaris guides can help you discover some of Scotland's most exciting species. They work on the ethos that environmental responsibility can be fun. They are the first activity tourism operator in Scotland to achieve a Gold Award under the Green Tourism Business Scheme. They offer Landrover Safaris into some of the most spectacular scenery in Highland Perthshire to view awesome scenery and wildlife.

Highland Adventure Safaris, Drumdewan, by Aberfeldy, PH15 2JQ
Tel: 01887 820071

 

Killiecrankie Visitor Centre

Killiecrankie has an excellent National Trust for Scotland visitor centre featuring displays of the natural history of the gorge of Killiecrankie and information about the famous battle of 1698. Café, shop, picnic area and delightful walking trails in the ancient woodland beside the River Garry. Site open all year. Visitor Centre open Easter to end October.

Killiecrankie Visitor Centre, National Trust for Scotland (NTS)
Killiecrankie, Pitlochry, PH16 5LG
Tel: 01796 473233

 

Pitlochry Festival Theatre

Perthshire's International Festival Theatre has six shows during each summer season featuring everything from historical dramas, comedies, and tales of murder and intrigue. There are also events during the autumn, winter and spring seasons. Restaurant, coffee shop and art exhibition.

Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry, PH16 5DR
Tel: 01796 484626 Pitlochry Festival Theatre

 

RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve

Loch Leven is an international venue for birds and other wildlife. Facilities at the RSPB Vane Farm Centre include 2 nature trails, 3 hides and an observation room - perfect for getting closer to the action, for both casual visitors and enthusiastic birdwatchers.
Coffee shop and large retail shop. Open all year.

RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve, Kinross, KY13 9LX
Tel: 01577 862355 RSPB

 

Blair Castle

Blair Castle is situated in the heart of Atholl Estates in Highland Perthshire. The castle has over 700 years of history. The castle features a walled Hercules Garden and Diana’s Grove, one of the best 'big tree' experiences in Scotland. There is also a Red deer enclosure, Red Squirrel Trail and miles of walking and cycling trails. Open daily from Easter to October plus Tuesday and Saturday mornings in winter.

Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, By Pitlochry
Tel: 01796 481207 Blair Castle

Scone Palace

This historic palace was the crowning site of the Kings of Scots. It has over 100 acres of gardens including pinetum, Murray Star Maze and Acer Garden. Coffee shop, gift shop, Palace Larder and licensed restaurant. Open Easter to end October. Grounds only open Fridays in winter, 10am to 4pm.

Scone Palace, Perth, PH2 6BD
Tel: 01738 552300

Branklyn Garden

Branklyn Garden, 116 Dundee Road, Perth, PH2 7BB
Tel: 01738 625535

There is no shortage of things to do in Perthshire even if there is the odd rainy day, the only problem is fitting it all in!

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