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Local Attractions Local Hotels Local Guest Houses Local Self-Catering Shopping Mall Business Directory Local History Places of Worship Public Services Feedback / Credits Nearby ... Auchterarder ... home to Scotland's longest high Street and with a host of independant shops to browse! Crieff ... the capital of Strathearn situated in one of Scotland's most beautiful and unspoiled areas. Dunkeld ... one of the gems of Perthshire with it's own Cathedral. Pitlochry ... a delightful Victorian town nestling in the Perthshire Highlands. Maps ... Access to Perth is excellent. We're just off the A9 trunk road through Scotland. For a wider look at the area, load our Perthshire Map and choose your destination! Details of all items mentioned on this page are available from the local Tourist Office Links ... Scottish Tourist Board Scottish Towns |
ncomparably set on the banks of the River Tay, the fair city of Perth is home to a fine
Art Gallery,
a well-stocked reference library and the oldest established
Repertory Theatre in Scotland.
It should come as no surprise to discover that this charming town has been awarded many impressive accolades, not least of which is the Best Quality of Life in Britain award. 
he choice of accommodation in Perth is second to none; everything from
comfortable Bed & Breakfast establishments, friendly
Guest Houses
and an impressive selection of premier
Hotels,
all offering excellent value for money and the warm welcome Scotland is
renowned for.
There is also an excellent choice of Executive Apartments for those extended business trips or perhaps you may prefer the more relaxed atmosphere of a beautiful Victorian Lodge House. What ever suits your needs, the Fair City of Perth has it all!
or centuries Perth has been a trading burgh and continues to offer a
breathtaking selection of shops offering something for everyone. Long
established retail outlets, together with speciality shops, sit comfortably
alongside well known chain stores. The traffic free High Street ensures a
relaxing and enjoyable shopping experience. It's many elegant terraces and
crescents blend with every modern facility, making this beautiful city a jewel in Scotland's crown!
Bankfoot, only a few minutes drive north of Perth, is home to the Scottish Liqueur Centre offering a mouth watering selection of hand made liqueurs and chocolates. Their Visitor Centre also stocks an impressive range of quality hand crafted Scottish gifts, all of which may be purchased at their on line store. There is also a gallery of Scottish Artwork.
few miles north of Perth lies Scone, one of the most historic places in Scotland and the crowning place of
the kings of Scots on the Stone of Scone. Visit the magnificent
Scone Palace set in 100 acres of glorious
Perthshire countryside.
Scone also boasts a popular National Hunt Racecourse where you can spend a pleasant afternoon at the races!.
his fairest of Scotland's cities has been subjected to a turbulent
past, not least playing host to The Battle of the Clans (1396); the
destruction of four monasteries and the alters in the Kirk (1559), consequent
on the lambent preaching of John Knox that kindled the Reformation in
Scotland. If you would like to learn more about the 1715, 1745 and other important
local historical events, we have a dedicated
history
section.
his area of Scotland had been known for its salmon fishing and the silvery
river Tay (Scotland's longest river), has tested many a fisherman! Perthshire
is a paradise for the golfer, with courses to suit every level of player and
a few to test the skills of some professionals!
Great places to visit and stay in Southern Perthshire.
The Southern Perthshire Tourism Association represents the area of Auchterarder, Greenloaning, Braco, Blackford, Gleneagles, Glen Devon, Aberuthven, Dunning and Forteviot who provide holiday accommodation, eating out, places to visit, shops and local services. It is a wonderful base for a holiday with easy access by road or rail to many parts of Scotland. The steep sided glens of the Ochil Hills have long been popular with walkers and protect the valleys of Strathallan and southern Strathearn. |
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