Perth,

A former capital of Scotland, Perth was made a city again by the Queen as part of her Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012. It is a large provincial area and the main administrative and cosmopolitan centre for the beautiful and primarily rural surrounding 2,000 square miles of . Perth is located around 50 miles north of and enjoys a beautiful position on the banks of the River Tay, Scotland's longest at 119 miles. With a rich and influential history that stretches back over 800 years, Perth has served as its country's capital and has always been one of the most important political, judicial and commercial centers in Scotland. Perthshire boasts an enviable array of attractions which includes everything from fascinating historic attractions like Scone Palace where Scottish kings were crowned for 500 years, superb arts and crafts shopping in the region’s towns and villages, and remarkable wildlife ranging from leaping salmon to red deer stags. Many of the Scottish kings were crowned on the Stone of Destiny at Scone Palace, while there are many famous historical figures who left their mark on this royal burgh. Today, Perth is a bustling city of around 50,000 inhabitants. It offers a range of entertainment, shops, cafés and restaurants and is recognized as one of Scotland's premier culinary centers. Places to see and things to do in Perth

Black Watch Castle & Museum tells the story of Scotland's elite military regiment whose history stretches back almost three centuries. Branklyn Garden is described as one of the finest two acres of private garden in Scotland. This oasis of peace and color is a real urban haven. Black Watch Castle Fair Maid’s House Home of the Scottish Geographical Society. See the planet from space, find out how continents evolve, learn about maps, explorers and much more! Admission is Free. Fergusson Gallery, the city’s former waterworks, now showing beautiful paintings and sculptures. North and South Inch take leisurely stroll around the city’s two spacious public parks, the North Inch where King James iv played golf.

Perth Concert Hall Scotland’s newest music and arts venue Perth Museum Perth Museum & Art Gallery presenting a wealth of cultural treasures in its stunning neoclassical building. Scone Palace was the crowning place of Scottish kings where Macbeth, Robert the Bruce and Charles II were once crowned. Skinnergate is one of Perth’s oldest streets and is a northward continuation of Kirkgate. In the 12th century the street connected the Kirk of St John to Perth Castle, which stood where the Perth Museum now stands. At its southern end, the Scone Palace importance of Skinnergate was marked by the location of the Mercat Cross at the junction with High Street. St John’s Kirk where John Knox flamed the fires of the Scottish Reformation. Stanley Mills is a unique complex of water powered cotton mills situated on a majestic bend of the River Tay. In spite of its tranquil surroundings, quaint cobbled streets and St John’s Kirk elegant Georgian townhouses, the city boasts its fair share of cosmopolitan delights. Wander down the pedestrianised High Street, stopping for a coffee or snack in one of the many cafés. Enjoy an evening meal in one of the city’s fine restaurants which serve everything from delicious Mediterranean cuisine to gourmet dishes prepared by top Scottish chefs using fresh local produce. Places to see and things to do in Perthshire

The Abernethy Museum tells the local history of Abernethy, a historic settlement since Pictish times, and the inhabitants. Blair Athol Distillery is one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland. After enjoying a leisurely conducted tour, you can mull over the distinctive character of the finished article as you sip your dram of Blair Athol 12 Year Old. , the ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of and home to Europe's last remaining private army, the Atholl Blair Atholl Castle Highlanders. Castle Menzies: visitor attraction, museum, clan centre and venue for weddings, concerts, corporate events and other hire. Kenmore. The Clan Donnachaidh Centre is a museum and gift shop which promotes the heritage and artefacts of the clan. Cathedral, every year thousands of visitors enjoy the picturesque setting and take in its religious history. The Hermitage is a conifer and deciduous wooded gorge with Dunkeld Cathedral natural features including the River Braan and Ossian’s Hall. is a famous wooded gorge, where the took place in 1689. Lochleven Castle is a late 14th or early 15th century tower where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned in 1567 Festival Theatre Scotland’s ‘Theatre in the Hills’ offers an exciting year round program of theatre, touring companies and music. The theatre restaurant offers tailored menus The Hermitage providing tasty, unpretentious and contemporary food for lunch and pre-theatre dinners. The Queens View on Loch Tummel was a favorite of Queen Victoria when traveling to Balmoral. The Scottish Crannog Centre is an award-winning and interactive centre which shows what Iron Age life was like with a reconstructed prehistoric loch-dwelling. Queens View