With its rich, rolling farmland and market towns in the south and its rugged Highland terrain in the north, its attractive small towns set into the hills and glens, it's a lovely part of the world to spend a day or a week in pursuit of the great outdoors. Situated right in the heart of Scotland, it is an area with many activities on offer to entice the visitor, with excellent walking, watersports, River Tay fishing and golf.

For more information on individual activity operators and outdoor pursuits in the area, have a look at the sections below and click on one of the links displayed to go straight to a particular activity provider. And you will be sure to find suitable accommodation nearby in our hotels, bed and breakfast and self catering sections.

Taking over the entire property for a special occasion whether for a private celebration, a hideaway for a corporate retreat, the ultimate house party, an unforgettable, very personal Scottish wedding, or an incentive trip to Scotland for your top performers - means ultimate privacy and unrivalled flexibility.

Each property handpicked by us for its individuality, class, style and privacy. And as the sole guests, the ‘house’ is yours. The one thing you can not change of course is the quality of atmosphere and character – in each chosen case absolutely unique and sensational.

Perthshire has seen some of Scotland 's most historic events, and many of them are still preserved in our landscape, our place names and our culture.

Kings and Queens, armies and generals, poets and artists - even heroes - all have passed this way, leaving behind a rich legacy of castles, churches, battlefields and historic sites.

Roman encampments, mysterious Pictish carved stones and medieval castles dot a landscape once trodden by figures like Mary Queen of Scots, Robert the Bruce, William Wallace, Rob Roy MacGregor, Macbeth and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Our history truly comes to life in our castles and stately homes which have been at the centre of Scotland 's history on countless occasions. But even during prehistoric times, when Scotland was being geologically formed, Perthshire was at the crossroads of the country.

Some of the most unusual and fascinating museum collections in Scotland can be found in Perthshire. An array of museums bring the area's history to life. Additionally there are some stunning archeological remains including the superb Crannog Centre near Aberfeldy.

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If you're looking for something really special for your well-deserved short breaks or vacations in Scotland, have we got some fantastic Perthshire hotels for you!

Midweek breaks, weekend breaks, leisure breaks, romantic breaks, Christmas & New Year Breaks and lots more - with the emphasis on relaxation and rejuvenation in a great selection of destinations throughout Perthshire - at its most beautiful in autumn - very aptly described as 'Autumn Gold' - but stunning all throughout the year with colours changing as the seasons..

The Perthshire hotels and inns shown in this section offer a uniquely Scottish experience as well as specially priced packages and great special offers from time to time, season to season, to make your break or holiday in Perthshire easier on the pocket.

So do enjoy a look round the section to help you select your next stay in Perthshire.

With over 40 lovely golf courses in Perthshire offering public access, there is a style and standard of course to suit everyone.

Parkland or Heath, simple 9 hole to inspiring 18, beginner's level or championship, lady or gentleman, you'll find it in Perthshire, and notably around Pitlochry, which offers a choice of ten superb courses within easy reach to test even the most ardent golfer, including a very fine local course, a highland gem at Taymouth Castle, and a stunning international class test at Rosemount Blairgowrie.

And clear air, and excellent long light from spring to autumn allows two invigorating and stimulating rounds per day comfortably.

And then of course there's Gleneagles. The Kings and Queens courses at Gleneagles probably represent the pinnacle of achievement for James Braid the golf course architect. Both are quite superb heathland courses set in some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland. The Kings course has hosted many important events since its official opening in 1919 including a match between British and American professionals which was the forerunner of the Ryder Cup.