Things to see and do in Perthshire

With enthralling scenery and a wide variety of things to see and do in Perthshire, every day offers something special. Fill your days with trips to historic whisky distilleries, leisurely walks in ancient woodlands and adventurous outdoor activities. Sample the delicious local food and drink, explore romantic castles, visit wonderful museums and art galleries and discover an eclectic music scene which incorporates T in the Park, the biggest music festival in Scotland.

Food & drink

Find restaurants, bars and bistros in Perthshire. Browse the local produce at the farmers’ markets, tour a malt whisky distillery or sample the local beef and seafood in the restaurants.

Local produce on sale at the Scottish Game Fair, Scone Palace, Perthshire

Gardens

Find a variety of gardens in Perthshire, including some of the most spectacular gardens in Britain. See beautifully maintained, privately owned gardens and wander around the sumptuous formal gardens of stately homes.

Agapanthus, a plant in the Explorers Garden, Perthshire

Attractions

Find and visit some of the great attractions in Perthshire including museums, galleries, art centres, historic sites and other fascinating visitor centres.

Stanley Mills on the River Tay at Stanley, Perthshire

Forests & woods

Find and explore the beautiful woodlands of Perthshire’s Big Tree Country with stunning colours, towering conifers and record-breaking trees.

Lady Mary's Walk in Crief, Perthshire

Golf

Find golf courses in Perthshire, all of which offer players a memorable rounds of golf amongst spectacular scenery. Tee off on the renowned courses of Gleneagles and visit some of the region’s less well known but equally rewarding venues.

Three golfers on the King's Golf Course, Gleneagles, Perthshire

Hills & mountains

Find mountains in Perthshire, a region which boasts some truly spectacular mountain terrain and is the perfect place to go Munro-bagging. Climb to the pinnacle of Schiehallion or explore the routes over Ben Lawers which overlooks the beautiful Loch Tay.

Looking over across Rannoch Moor to the Black Mount

Multi-activity centres

Find multi-activity centres in Perthshire where you can experience variety of outdoor activities and sports. Take in the region’s gorgeous scenery while horse riding, go canoeing and kayaking on the River Tay or try more unusual watersports.

White water rafting on the River Tay in Aberfeldy, Perthshire

Buildings & monuments

Find Perthshire's stately homes, castles and other buildings and monuments which reveal the fascinating history of the region. Explore inside ruins, take a tour of the interior or just marvel at some of Scotland’s most impressive buildings.

Looking over to Blair Castle, Perthshire

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Tayberries

You can 'pick your own' delicious berries in Perthshire from traditional strawberries to the unique Tayberry.

Canyoning in the River Garry Gorge, Calvine

Europe's adventure playground

Perthshire’s tranquil landscape is the perfect place to try exciting outdoor activities including bungee jumping and canyoning.

Giant tree at Cluny House Gardens, near Aberfeldy

'Big Tree Country'

Perthshire is a place of breathtaking beauty with some of the tallest and oldest trees in Europe and dramatic autumnal scenery.

An autumnal scene of Lady Mary's Walk beside the River Earn, Crieff

Walks in Perthshire

One of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of Perthshire is on foot through fertile glens and up rugged mountains.

The main stage at T in the Park, Balado Park near Kinross

Music Festivals in Perthshire

Perthshire is home to an eclectic music scene that embraces a wide range of genres and the hugely successful T in the Park.

The City of Perth and the River Tay at dusk
Perth

In need of a revitalising city break? Visit Perth, Scotland's newest city on the banks of the River Tay.

Golfers putting on a green at St Fillans Golf Course.
Golf in Perthshire

Perthshire offers the chance to play on championship standard courses and discover less well known but equally rewarding gems.

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