Pitlochry, United Kingdom

Pitlochry

A Highland town with whisky distilleries and forest walks.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Pitlochry

Day 1

  1. MorningWatch salmon climb the fish ladder at the dam.
  2. AfternoonTour the Edradour or Blair Athol distillery.
  3. EveningSee a play at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre.

Day 2

Walk to the Queen's View over Loch Tummel or visit Blair Castle.

What to eat

A dram of Highland whisky and a slice of Dundee cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Pitlochry

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are busy. Autumn colours are beautiful and calmer.

Best photo spot

The salmon ladder at the dam, and the Black Spout waterfall in the woods.

Getting there

Trains run from Edinburgh and Perth on the Highland line.

Don't miss nearby

The Pass of Killiecrankie and Blair Castle.

Good to know

Watch salmon climb the fish ladder in summer and autumn. The town has a summer theatre festival.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Pitlochry

Getting there

  • Dundee Airport (DND)50 km away
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)85 km away
  • Edinburgh90 km away
  • Glasgow100 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forNature, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryUnited Kingdom

Questions

Pitlochry: good to know

Is Pitlochry worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and food. A Highland town with whisky distilleries and forest walks.

How many days do you need in Pitlochry?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Pitlochry?

You can visit all year. Summer weekends are busy. Autumn colours are beautiful and calmer.

How do you get to Pitlochry?

The nearest airport is Dundee Airport (DND), about 50 km away. Trains run from Edinburgh and Perth on the Highland line.

What is there to see near Pitlochry?

Nearby hidden places include Glencoe (84 km), Edinburgh (90 km) and Loch Lomond (94 km).

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