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

Updated May 2, 2023
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Meikleour Beech Hedges

Perth, Scotland

Meikleour Beech Hedges

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

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.
Smeaton’s Bridge

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
Check out the distillery’s equipment.

Newburgh, Scotland

Lindores Abbey Distillery

One of the youngest whisky distilleries in Scotland may also be the country’s oldest.
8 miles from Perth
The Monument to Maggie Wall

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
Jimmy Shand Statue.

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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