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Aberfeldy, Scotland

Aberfeldy is a historic market town and burgh in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, on the River Tay. It is located in Highland Perthshire, approximately 55 miles west of Edinburgh, 57 miles northeast of Glasgow, and 26 miles northwest of Perth.

Type CityPopulation 1,886

Why go

  • Burgh in Perth and Kinross, Scotland.
  • Known for Dewar's Distillery, Dewars Scotch, Dewars Distillery.
  • Served by Blair Atholl Airfield.

History

Aberfeldy is a historic market town and burgh in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, on the River Tay. It is located in Highland Perthshire, approximately 55 miles west of Edinburgh, 57 miles northeast of Glasgow, and 26 miles northwest of Perth. It had a population of 1,886 in 2022.

Where to stay

9 Orchard Brae, Aberfeldy PH15 2BF, United Kingdom · braehouseaberfeldy.co.uk
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16 Toberargan Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5HG, United Kingdom · carrabeag.co.uk
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165 Atholl Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5QL, United Kingdom · craigatinhouse.co.uk
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7 Taybridge Dr, Aberfeldy PH15 2BP, United Kingdom · dunvarlichhouse.co.uk
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Crieff Rd, Aberfeldy PH15 2BJ, United Kingdom · balnearnhouse.co.uk
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Mains of Taymouth Farm Cottage, Kenmore, Aberfeldy PH15 2HN, United Kingdom · taymouth.co.uk
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Alma Ave, Aberfeldy PH15 2BW, United Kingdom · dunaluinn.com
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Higher Oakfield, Pitlochry PH16 5HT, United Kingdom · knockendarroch.co.uk
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Bridgehead, Tay Terrace, Dunkeld PH8 0AQ, United Kingdom · athollarmshotel.com
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Larchwood Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5AS, United Kingdom · tighnacloich.com
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Breadalbane Terrace, Aberfeldy PH15 2AG, United Kingdom · townhouseaberfeldy.co.uk
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Taybridge Dr, Aberfeldy PH15 2BP, United Kingdom · highlandperthshire-holidayhomes.com
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56 Dunkeld St, Aberfeldy PH15 2AF, United Kingdom · stationhouseaberfeldy.co.uk
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Fortingall, Aberfeldy PH15 2NQ, United Kingdom · fortingall.com
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Weem, Aberfeldy PH15 2LD, United Kingdom · chraggs.co.uk
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Strathview Terrace, Pitlochry PH16 5QR, United Kingdom · pinetreeshotel.co.uk
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134 Atholl Rd, Perthshire, Pitlochry PH16 5AB, United Kingdom · pitlochrybackpackershotel.com
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12 Higher Oakfield, Pitlochry PH16 5HT, United Kingdom · rosemount-hotel.co.uk
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Main Street, Ballinluig, Pitlochry PH9 0LG, United Kingdom · ballinluiginn.com
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Bonnethill Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5BT, United Kingdom · booking.com
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75-79 Atholl Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5BN, United Kingdom · fishershotelpitlochry.com
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Crieff Rd, Aberfeldy PH15 2FS, United Kingdom · moness.com
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Errichel, Crieff Rd, Aberfeldy PH15 2EL, United Kingdom · errichelhouseandrestaurant.co.uk
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Knockard Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5JH, United Kingdom · bespokehotels.com
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Perth Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5LX, United Kingdom · athollpalace.com
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Queens View, Strathtummel PH16 5RP, United Kingdom · theinnatlochtummel.com
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Bridge End, Perthshire PH15 2DF, United Kingdom
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Castle Menzies, Weem, Aberfeldy PH15 2JD, United Kingdom
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E Moulin Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5HU, United Kingdom · poplars-pitlochry.co.uk
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Pitlochry PH18 5SX, United Kingdom · deals.vio.com
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29 Atholl Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5BX, United Kingdom · athollvilla.co.uk
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Weem, Aberfeldy PH15 2LD, United Kingdom
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Restaurants & places to go

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2 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →

Airports

Perth/Scone Airport (PSL) 23 mi to the centre
Perth, Perth and Kinross, SCT, GB — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Blair Atholl Airfield 10 mi to the centre
Blair Atholl, SCT, GB
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Where things are

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Photographs

When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Blair Atholl Airfield. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Aberfeldy, Scotland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
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Tours & experiences

Sightseeing