Glen Lyon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View from above Fortingal The view south from the hillside above Fortingal, with the triple arch bridge over the River Lyon near the picture centre, and Loch tay in the distance.
View from above Fortingal The view south from the hillside above Fortingal, with the triple arch bridge over the River Lyon near the picture centre, and Loch tay in the distance.
River Lyon The River Lyon flows through Glen Lyon, here it is viewed from Bridge of Lyon.
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Fields in front of the East entrance to Glen Lyon.
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River Lyon, at Bridge-of-Lyon River Lyon, a tributary of the River Tay runs through the scenic Glen Lyon.
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Atholl Palace Hotel

Atholl Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Pitlochry Pitlochry Scotland
The price is NZ$364 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$364
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Pitlochry. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
Welcoming staff menu was great

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Atholl Palace Hotel
Westlands of Pitlochry

Westlands of Pitlochry

4 out of 5
160 Atholl Road Pitlochry Scotland
The price is NZ$211 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$211
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Pitlochry. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (766 reviews)
All great.we got upgraded free of charge.all staff very nice an helpful.room spotless recently refurbished

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Westlands of Pitlochry
The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel

The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel

3.5 out of 5
KNOCKARD RD, PH16 5JH Pitlochry Scotland
The price is NZ$110 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$110
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pitlochry. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,143 reviews)
Clean rooms.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel
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The Kenmore Club

The Kenmore Club

4 out of 5
Kenmore Aberfeldy Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Aberfeldy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Mains of Taymouth Golf Course and The Scottish ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (312 reviews)
Excellent customer service Very clean and had everything we needed for a family of 4

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

The Kenmore Club
Claymore Guest House and Apartments

Claymore Guest House and Apartments

4 out of 5
162 Atholl Road Pitlochry Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Pitlochry. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rob Roy Way - North and Pitlochry Golf Club are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
Room was lovely, plenty of parking and staff very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Claymore Guest House and Apartments
Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village

Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village

Fortingall Perthshire
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberfeldy. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Fortingall Yew and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
Lovely spacious and comfortable location in Glen Lyon and the tiny gem of Fortingall. Great access to Scottish Crannog Center and amazing walks in all directions. Nice little back garden, electric car charge and Hotel Fortingall next door.

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village
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Popular places to visit

A wonderful and accessible way to see the Scottish Highlands is to climb Ben Lawyers. There's no climbing and the walk can be done easily in a day.

Ben Lawers

Explore the great outdoors at Ben Lawers, a lovely green space in Aberfeldy. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Ben Lawers
One if the many cascades to be found on this delightful walk

The Birks of Aberfeldy

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Birks of Aberfeldy during your travels in Aberfeldy. Visit the spas in this quaint area or simply enjoy its bars.

The Birks of Aberfeldy

Taymouth Castle

After visiting Taymouth Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kenmore. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Taymouth Castle

Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery

You can take time to visit Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery during your travels to Aberfeldy. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery

Castle Menzies

Find out about the history of Weem when you spend time at Castle Menzies. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Castle Menzies

Canyoning Scotland

Take the family on an outing to Canyoning Scotland during your trip to Aberfeldy. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Canyoning Scotland

Activities

Small-Group Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky from Edinburgh

Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky from Edinburgh

NZ$213
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky from Edinburgh
Stepping stones at the Fairy Pools

4 Day Highlands and Isle of Skye Tour from Glasgow

NZ$895
per adult
4 Day Highlands and Isle of Skye Tour from Glasgow
Loch Ness Inverness and the Highlands 2 Day Tour

Loch Ness Inverness and the Highlands 2 Day Tour

NZ$273
per adult
Loch Ness Inverness and the Highlands 2 Day Tour
Become A Blender

Create Your Own Scotch Whisky

NZ$125
per adult
Create Your Own Scotch Whisky
Skye

Private 5 Day tour to the Highlands & Islands

NZ$13,482
per traveller
Private 5 Day tour to the Highlands & Islands
Photo by our guide Phil Crowder

Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh

NZ$1,798
per traveller
Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh
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