Tucked away at the foot of thickly wooded hills, you will discover one of Scotland 's gems - the cathedral town of Dunkeld. And that's not all! Resting on the opposite bank of the river Tay is the Victorian village of Birnam. Together the beautifully restored buildings and rich heritage of these Highland Perthshire sister towns are an inspiration for lovers of history, the arts, music and the outdoors.
The adjoining village of Birnam lies just across the bridge from Dunkeld. Birnam is probably best known for its Shakespearean associations where, in the play Macbeth, the moving of Birnam Wood to Dunsinane, 12 miles (19km) to the south-east, heralded the death of Macbeth. Between Dunkeld and Perth is the Perthshire Visitor Centre, just off the A9 and incorporating a multi-media exhibition that contrasts Shakespeare's character of Macbeth with the real eleventh-century Scottish King.
Our recommended places to stay in Dunkeld include:
Atholl Arms Hotel Dunkeld
The Atholl Arms was built in 1833 and bedrooms are decorated in a Georgian-style. They feature telephones, trouser presses, bathroom toiletries and tea/coffee making facilities.
The Taybank
Set in Dunkeld, 26 km from Scone Palace, The Taybank offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a garden.
Tayview Lodges
Set in 2 acres of garden and grounds with views over the Tay Valley and mountains beyond, Tayview Lodges is situated in Guay, Dunkeld, just 10 minutes drive from Pitlochry.
Birnam Hotel
Historic Birnam Hotel is set in Perthshire countryside between Dunkeld and Birnham Golf Club and the River Tay. It offers cosy non-smoking rooms, a restaurant and an inn in the grounds.
Royal Dunkeld Hotel
Dunkeld is located in some of the area’s most beautiful countryside and the Royal Dunkeld Hotel makes a great base from which to explore the region.
Lairds and Keepers Apartments
Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a fireplace, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower.
Central Apartment-Classic Style
Central Apartment-Classic Style in Dunkeld offers accommodation with free WiFi, 26 km from Scone Palace, 29 km from Castle Menzies and 46 km from Discovery Point.
Hatton Lodge
Situated in Dunkeld in the Perthshire region, Hatton Lodge features a decking surrounded by woodland. This holiday home has a garden and free private parking.
Dunkeld House Hotel
The Dunkeld House Hotel Health Club has an indoor swimming pool, spa bath and fitness centre, and there is also the Dunkeld House Hotel spa.
