Why people love visiting captivating Pitlochry
Take a holiday to Pitlochry and enjoy the area's entertainment, theatre scene and opera. Travellers to this welcoming city praise the restaurants, hiking and shopping. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Pitlochry
Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Pitlochry a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Glenshee Ski Centre (17.3 mi / 27.9 km)
- Perth Racecourse (21.9 mi / 35.2 km)
- Highland Wildlife Park (29.5 mi / 47.5 km)
- CairnGorm Mountain (29.7 mi / 47.8 km)
- Pitlochry Golf Club (0.4 mi / 0.7 km)
- Mains of Taymouth Golf Course (13.1 mi / 21.1 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Pitlochry
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Pitlochry is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Loch Tummel (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
- Schiehallion (14.2 mi / 22.9 km)
- Tay Forest Park (16.5 mi / 26.6 km)
- Loch Tay (19.9 mi / 32 km)
- Cairngorms National Park (24.8 mi / 39.9 km)
- Falls of Dochart (28 mi / 45.1 km)
Transport to and around Pitlochry
The nearest airport is in Dundee (DND), located 31.7 mi (51.1 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 54.1 mi (87 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Pitlochry Station, Pitlochry Blair Atholl Station and Rannoch Station are the main stations in the area.