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2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Perth, Scotland

Updated May 2, 2023

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Perth, Scotland

North Inch

In 1396, two Scottish clans that had been violently feuding for centuries finally faced off in a bloody battle in this park.

Perth, Scotland

Smeaton's Bridge

Several bricks indicate the various flood levels this crossing has survived over the centuries.

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Abernethy, Scotland

Abernethy Round Tower

One of two Irish-style round towers in Scotland, this structure has mysterious origins.

6 miles from Perth

Newburgh, Scotland

Lindores Abbey Distillery

One of the youngest whisky distilleries in Scotland may also be the country’s oldest.

8 miles from Perth

Dunning, Scotland

Maggie Wall's Memorial

A mysterious monument where a woman who records say never existed was burnt alive for being a witch.

9 miles from Perth

Perth and Kinross, Scotland

Meikleour Beech Hedges

The Guinness Record holder for largest hedge in the world is a verdant Scottish bulwark.

9 miles from Perth

Auchtermuchty, Scotland

Jimmy Shand Statue

A small Scottish town's larger-than-life tribute to the celebrated accordion player.

10 miles from Perth

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Perth

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Perth, Scotland

Updated May 2, 2023

Unusual Attractions in Perth

Perth, Scotland

North Inch

Perth, Scotland

Smeaton's Bridge

Abernethy, Scotland

Abernethy Round Tower

Newburgh, Scotland

Lindores Abbey Distillery

Dunning, Scotland

Maggie Wall's Memorial

Perth and Kinross, Scotland

Meikleour Beech Hedges

Auchtermuchty, Scotland

Jimmy Shand Statue

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