Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Pitlochry travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pitlochry

With a population of 2,860, Pitlochry is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pitlochry to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Pitlochry

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Wee Choo-Choo (3 Rie-Achan Rd) and Fauna at Pine Trees Hotel (Strathview Terrace) are great picks.

When to visit Pitlochry

Pitlochry in January
Estimated hotel price
£132
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pitlochry in January
Estimated hotel price
£132
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pitlochry

Plane

Although Pitlochry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 87 km from Pitlochry. Aberdeen Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Loganair, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Pitlochry is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Pitlochry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Pitlochry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 87 km from Pitlochry. Aberdeen Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Loganair, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Pitlochry is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Pitlochry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Pitlochry

ABZAberdeen Dyce
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Pitlochry

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,027 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,393 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,224 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,775 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,806 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,127 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,357 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,469 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pitlochry

From 5-star hotels such as the Fonab Castle Hotel And Spa to great affordable options like the Rosemount Hotel, Pitlochry offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £316 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pitlochry

Most booked hotels in Pitlochry

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Fonab Castle Hotel And Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£336+
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Mckays Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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Atholl Palace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£202+
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Dunalastair Hotel Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£167+
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Fisher's Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£129+
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Scotlands Spa Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£109+
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Hiring a car in Pitlochry

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Pitlochry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.94 and £25.26.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Pitlochry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.94 and £25.26.