Discover Perth City and Towns, where world-class events, rich history, outdoor adventures and outstanding food and drink combine in the heart of Scotland.

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There are few places in Scotland where history, adventure, culture and unforgettable events come together quite like they do in Perth City and Towns.

There are few places in Scotland where history, adventure, culture and unforgettable events come together quite like they do in Perth City and Towns. Just an hour away from the major cities, of Glasgow and Edinburgh, but surrounded by glorious Scottish countryside, this is a destination that rewards every kind of visitor.

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· Festivals and Events

· Summer of sport

· Pitlochry

· UNESCO city

· Outdoors

· History

· Food and Drink

Be inspired

Summer in Perthshire is alive with festivals and events from the nostalgia driven sounds of the Replay Festival, making its debut this August, to the excitement of the Scone Palace International Horse Trials, you’ll find the best in entertainment set into some of Scotland’s most spectacular settings.

For families – and we mean all you frazzled parents with sun-fuelled kids – Live Active Leisure's Summer of Sport programme lets you try everything from swimming to basketball completely free of charge. Taking place in venues across the region, this fantastic offer will run throughout the school holidays until Easter 2027. Combined with the free Bear’s Big Adventure Sculpture Trail and any number of parks and walks, you can fill hours, days and weeks without spending a penny.

Perth Racecourse brings summer to an end with the Glorious Finale in September, setting the scene for Perthshire to transform once again as the internationally acclaimed Enchanted Forest returns to Faskally Wood. Set to deliver another year of light, music and storytelling in one of Scotland's most magical visitor experiences this annual event has placed the beautiful tourist town of Pitlochry firmly on the map.

If you can’t wait until October to visit, head for the Pitlochry Festival Theatre, where you’ll discover an outstanding line up of shows and stars as creative director Alan Cumming presents his highly acclaimed first season.

As a UNESCO city, creativity, arts and culture thrive in Perth all year round. Visitors can enjoy performances at Perth Theatre, Perth Concert Hall, Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Birnam Arts and Strathearn Arts, while galleries, exhibitions and literary events such as Blairgowrie’s Bookmark Festival, ensure there's always something new to discover. Heritage, too, is woven into every corner of the region with thousands of years of Scottish history waiting to be discovered. Visit the iconic Stone of Destiny at Perth Museum or make your way to nearby Scone Palace — the crowning place of Scottish kings — for an unforgettable journey through the nation's past.

If you are planning a trip to the area, then make sure to pack some sturdy shoes! Perthshire has long been recognised as one of Scotland's great outdoor playgrounds and from gentle riverside walks to paddleboarding to Munro bagging, the landscape invites exploration at every pace. Ancient forests, dramatic glens and sparkling lochs provide the perfect backdrop for adventure or an opportunity to take the time to reconnect with nature.

After a day exploring, visitors can indulge in the local food and drink offer. Home to three Michelin-starred restaurants, Perthshire has earned a reputation as one of Scotland's finest culinary destinations – but you’ll also find plenty of simpler fare to fill you up! From hearty Scottish breakfasts to local farm shops and some of Scotland's best-loved ice cream parlours, there’s all that you need for a wee family treat on a hot summer's day.

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