For food and drink look no further – the plethora of award winning restaurants, cafes, bistros and tearooms that line the streets of this compact city centre include Michelin guide eateries at all levels. From the red book’s “charming restaurants” listings you will find Cardo and 63 Tay Street – both ideal for lunches and amazing dinners using local produce. Scotland's only Two Michelin Star chef, Andrew Fairlie is based just a short drive away at Gleneagles Hotel – where you can also enjoy a round of golf on their world famous course.
If you prefer to eat in, you'll enjoy fabulous award winning delis in the form of Provender Brown on George Street. There is also Perth Farmers' Market on the first Saturday of the month and many farm shops including Gloagburn and The Earn coffee Shop.
If you like to indulge in a bit of shopping then do try the quality, independent retailers Perth is famed for. The choice and quality is second to none – in fact it seems a shame not to list them all; it includes gifts from Boo Vake and precious sparkle, beautiful shoes and clothing from Eva Lucia and Revival, beautiful childrens shop Petit Pas and homewear from Quince living! You’ll also find all of your High Street favourites and plenty of opportunities for a coffee stop or glass of wine.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
