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 March
Estimated hotel price
£129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pitlochry in March
Estimated hotel price
£129
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, Qatar Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from London and takes around 1h 15m.

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 Sixt 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, Qatar Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Pitlochry departs from London and takes around 1h 15m.

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 Sixt and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Pitlochry

ABZAberdeen Dyce
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Pitlochry

Lufthansa
Good (8,247 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,605 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,665 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (974 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,699 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,499 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,617 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,450 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 £133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £248 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pitlochry

Most booked hotels in Pitlochry

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Loch Rannoch Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£111+
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Fonab Castle Hotel And Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£277+
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Dunalastair Hotel Suites
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£140+
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Atholl Palace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£180+
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Loch Rannoch Highland Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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Fisher's Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hiring a car in Pitlochry

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.83 and £27.77.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.83 and £27.77.