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

Vrackie View Stayed at Vrackie View for 3 nights. The house is lovely and very well equipped. The kitchen was nice and modern. A short walk to the Moulin Hotel for great food and drinks


April 2026
Thoroughly enjoyed our return stay at Roneval. Idyllic, peaceful and close to the centre of Pitlochry for shops, restaurants, theatre etc. We enjoyed watching the red squirrel in the garden? and a tremendous week playing in the Pitlochry Golf Club Ladies Highland Open ...we have already booked the property again for 2027!


July 2026
A very pleasant stay in auld smiddy a one to come back to. We know the area well and this was an ideal location for us. We look forward to our next visit


August 2026