Planning a day out in Perth City

Perth City

Perthshire, Scotland
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Perth is a vibrant city, packed with great places to eat, shop and relax. There's a lively cultural scene, with plenty to see and do. The River Tay runs thought the City, offering pictureque riverside walks and parks.

There's a plethora of award-winning restaurants, bistros, coffeeshops and tearooms that line the streets of this compact city including Michelin guide eateries at all levels. From the red book’s “charming restaurants” listings you will find Cardo's and 63 Tay Street – both ideal for lunches and amazing dinners using local produce.

Visitors can also enjoy a host of award-winning delis including Provender Brown, located on George Street. On the first Saturday of the month, the Perth Farmers Market is held just off the High street. It features many local producers and farm shops including Gloagburn Farm.

A trip to Perthshire isn't complete without experiencing the new Perth Museum - the home of the legendary Stone of Destiny - alongside other unique museums, Scone Palace, art galleries, gardens, Perth Theatre and Concert Hall, and Perth's famous racecourse. Scroll on to discover more.

Things To Do in Perth

External view of the Black Watch Castle & Museum, Perth

Blackwatch Castle & Museum

A visit to this Castle & Museum will take you on a fascinating jounrye through the history of the Black Watch - Scotland's oldest Highland regiment.

Located inside Perth Museum, the Stone of Destiny is on permanent display

Perth Museum

Perth Museum is a world class heritage attraction, situated in the heart of the city. One of the UK's most significant historial objects, the Stone of Destiny is the must-see centrepiece of any visit.

Aerial view of Scone Palace and grounds.

Scone Palace

Home of the Earls of Mansfield, Scone Palace is packed with historical objects and stories that connect to King Charles II, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Mary Queen of Scots. Set in expansive grounds, there’s also a playground for children, and a tartan maze to discover.

Seven colourful jockeys on race horses are galloping around a bend on Perth Racecourse, cheered on by a crowd of spectators in a stand

Perth Racecourse

One of Scotland’s premier destination for racing and events, Perth Racecourse is home to jump racing from April to September. Race days attract some of the finest horses, jockey's, trainers and owners from across the UK and Ireland. A great day out guaranteed.

The concourse and entrance to Perth Concert Hall at night.

Theatre & Concert Hall

Perth's Horsecross is the umbrella organsiation for the modern Perth Concert Hall and Perth Theatre – one of Scotland's oldest Edwardian theatre's, featuring a classic proscenuim arch. Both venues combined to provide a wide range of music concerts, comedy nights and theatre performancres.

The stunning, circular building of the Fergusson Gallery, on a sunny, blue sky day.

Galleries

The Fergusson Gallery holds the largest collection of Scottish Colourist, John Duncan Fergusson. Other independent art galleries worth a visit include the Tayberry Gallery on Princes Street or the West End Gallery on George Street. If contemporary art is what you are looking for, Coty Contemporary Art on Charlotte Street is most definitely worth a visit.

 

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Guest Reviews

We had a lovely holiday in your very nice cottage that was equipped for all our needs. Location ideal for walking into the centre of Pitlochry. Lovely well maintained garden with great views of the hills. Highlight - Hiking up Ben Vrackie and coming back to the cottage for a relaxing glass of wine in the garden on a nice sunny afternoon enjoying the views.


August 2026
This is a clean, well and thoughtfully equipped cottage just a few minutes walk to the Main Street in Oban. The weather wasn’t brilliant so it was great to have the summerhouse to sit in with a glass of wine and feel we were outdoors.


May 2026
We loved the location of Ruggles Cottage, being able to go for walks straight from the door. The area is very beautiful and peaceful. We loved the garden and the sound of the stream beside it. great base for exploring the area. The weather was such that we could spend a few evenings in the garden watching the swallows and house martins darting about and feeding a couple of their young that had not fledged yet. The resident deer in the field were lovely to view from a distance too.


August 2026