When visiting Pitlochry, the first thing you’ll notice is all of the exciting things you can do here, which includes both indoor and outdoor activities. The town is small and quaint but has a lot of things to do regardless of when you visit, but what should you do when it starts raining right when you decide to head out to your next adventure? Let’s take a look at some of the fun things to do that also keep you indoors.
This amazing castle consists of 30 rooms and represents more than 700 years of Scottish history, but it isn’t just a place to learn a piece of history. The castle is also a beautiful building set in a hilly part of town, making its surroundings nothing short of breathtaking. The grounds take up a whopping 9 acres, and you can enjoy just the outside if you like. The inside of the castle is filled with something interesting and unique at every turn, so this is one place that you can visit for hours and never get bored.
Spending time indoors is a lot easier when you’re in a distillery, and this one offers not just tours of the facility but also tasting classes that allow you to truly enjoy what the place is all about. This is a quaint, pretty distillery that has been here since the late 1700s and they are open most days of the year. Both their tours and their tasting events vary depending on the season, so they’re never boring.
If you’d like to relax and be driven around to different parts of this beautiful country, Heartland Tours is the way to go. They offer both half-day and full-day trips that include both standard and bespoke tours, which means you’re always guaranteed to end up with something that suits your fancy. They’ll even pick you up anywhere in Highland Perthshire and have you back anytime that’s convenient to your schedule.
When it’s raining outside and you want to stay indoors, what better activity to enjoy than shopping? The Melt Gallery is a jewellery store that is reasonably priced yet has exquisite pieces that you’ll be anxious to bring home with you. Known for its silver jewellery, you can find rings, necklaces, bracelets, and so much more when you shop here, and it’s fun knowing you have jewellery that is unlike anyone else’s.
Another fantastic place to visit when it’s raining outside is HeatherGems Factory & Shop. Situated in the heart of Pitlochry, you can watch the craftspeople turn raw, highland heather stems, into beautiful pieces of jewellery and art.
FAQ
What towns are near Pitlochry?
Pitlochry is close to Aberfeldy, Dunkeld & Birnam, and Blair Atholl. The larger town on Perth is only a 30 minute drive too.
Has Pitlochry got a beach?
No, there is no beach at Pitlochry, but there are small sandy areas to be found around Loch Faskally that you can enjoy!
What is Pitlochry known for?
The Pitlochry Festival Theare is probably the attraction the Pitlochry is best know for, but the Dam & Fish Ladder come a close second!