Pitlochry
Perthshire, Scotland
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Points of Interest:
Dam & Fish Ladder
Ben Vrackie

Nearby:
Killiecrankie
Blair Atholl

Discover Pitlochry: A Hi

The Best Things to See and Do in Pitlochry

Pitlochry has something for everyone, from scenic walks and viewpoints to zip-wire or paddle-board adventures. Offering History and Heritage, Whisky Distilleries, Theatre, Family Events and Entertainment, Pitlochry is a popular destination all year round, and in all seasons.

Surrounded by stunning, ancient woodlands and spectacular hillside and lochs, plus the iconic Ben Vrackie, Pitlochry is a perfect location for walkers, cyclists, and explorers. With well-marked trails that often start and finish in the town centre, all abilities can enjoy it's dramatic landscapes.

Wild Swimming: There are plenty of lochside spots to enjoy a dip, particularly along the River Tummel and Loch Faskally. The Dell Dippers based at Ladies Dell, Loch Faskally, swim together every Friday at 10am.

Adrenaline seekers can enjoy white water rafting on the River Tummel or try bungee jumping at nearby Killiecrankie, for a real thrill.

Iconic Attractions

Iconic Attractions & Popular Sites

Your guide for things to see and do in Pitlochry.

Pitlochry Dam & Fish Ladder

Discover the fascinating world of hydroelectricity and the legendary "Tunnel Tigers" at the Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre. Explore the nearby famous fish ladder. It's 310 metres long and consists of 34 chambers, linked together by tunnels that circa 5,0000 salmon swim through on their journey upstream to spawn.

Queen’s View

Queen’s View offers the best panoramic views of breath taking Scottish landscape and a sublime vista over Loch Tummel. A favourite of Queen Victoria and a must-visit photo stop for any self catering visitor to the area.

Queens View

Dunfallandy Stone

Discover one of Scotland’s finest examples of Pictish art. Carved around the 9th century, the Dunfallandy Stone is rich in history and mystery.

Cultural Highlights

Explorers Garden

This Garden celebrates 300 years of botanical exploration by Scottish Plant Hunters. It features special collections and rare species from around the globe, including the beautiful Himalayan Meconopsis poppies. Discover Art, woodland, water, pavilions and peaceful spaces plus stunning plants  as you journey around the world.

A Blue Poppy in the Explorers Garden

Atholl Palace Museum

Located within this grand, iconic hotel, this museum offers fascinating insights into the history of the building and those who stayed there through a collection of photographs and exhibits.

Atholl Palace Museum

Bookshops

If you love all things literature, make your way to Platform 1 to discover the Pitlochry Station Bookshop. It offers a wide range of books at low prices in aid of charity. All About Books is another small gem of a bookshop to visit, and on the quirky side, make sure to stop by and take a peek inside the book fridge at Jessie's Cafe. And if you love vinyl records, Foot of the Mountain is just next door.

 

Pitlochry Station Bookshop

Guest Reviews

Just to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay at Arrlocharia. A surprisingly spacious house, really well located for exploring and with everything that is needed for a short or long stay.
We loved our stay at Roneval. Beautiful house and gardens. With everything you need for a comfortable stay. Lovely to see snowdrops in the garden too. Roneval is so convenient for walking along the shore of Loch Faskally to the Dam. Our dog loved this walk so much, we did this walk with her every day.
Good Morning Bea, just to let you know we had another wonderful 2 weeks at Roneval, plenty of walks from the door and further afield, such a super home from home. Lovely and quiet house, but easy walk into Pitlochry. Plenty of cafes and restaurants, can recommend the Golf Club, Escape Route Cafe (lovely Cullen Skink with a huge sandwich) & the Coffee Break (all very dog friendly), lovely view from the Boat House Cafe overlooking Loch Faskally {dogs outside only).