Perth: Attractions and more...
Perth is an attractive tourist centre with shops, galleries, a theatre and a brand new auditorium.
The old centre is a maze of picturesque, narrow alleys, known as wynds. Among the places immortalised by Sir Walter Scott, you can visit the House of the Fair Maid of Perth, now a souvenir shop.
The River Tay that flows through the city is known for its fish and for fresh-water pearls, which local jewellers have made into brooches, rings and other pieces of jewellery.
The city is dominated by the thickly wooded Kannoull Hill that is a local beauty spot with wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. For hundreds of years, the Kings of Scotland were crowned at nearby Scone Abbey, seated on the Stone of Scoon, or Destiny. This Stone was later taken to England and incorporated into the Throne in Westminster Abbey used for the coronation of British monarchs. Today you can visit the Palace of Scone built in the early 19th century.
Perth is the ideal centre for touring the Perthshire region that is renowned
for its magnificent scenery and long history. You can enjoy walking in the many
city parks and along the banks of the river. Perth is a lively town with a good
selection of hotels and restaurants.
What to see in detail
Scone Palace
Branklyn Garden
Perth Art Gallery and Museum
The Black Watch Museum
Will find places of interest on the map. Clock on the attractions for details
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