Top Things to do in Perth and Kinross
Things to do in Perth and Kinross, Scotland: The Best History Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom including The Scottish Crannog Centre, Museum of Abernethy, Atholl Country Life Museum, Pitlochry and Moulin Heritage Centre, Atholl Palace Museum, Clan Donnachaidh Museum.
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1. The Scottish Crannog Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,093 reviews
The Scottish Crannog Centre is a 5-star reconstruction of an early Iron Age loch-dwelling built by the Scottish Trust for Underwater Archaeology. Our museum features 2,500-year-old underwater discoveries; our Iron Age Interpreters will guide you through life on the loch 500 BCE; hands-on ancient crafts and technologies. Hire a dugout canoe and paddle into prehistory (weather and experience permitting). Special events run regularly featuring artists, musicians, skilled craft workers and other specialists who, together with our own team of Iron Age interpreters, actively bring the past to life for adults and children alike. Gift shop offering an excellent selection of books, crafts and light refreshments from our snack bar. Dogs are welcome on site. Last entry for tours at 4.00pm.
Reviewed By 501DavidS501 - Leeds, United Kingdom
The crannog is the star of the show,its incredible how these people could have thought of building a place like this.You do need to go on the tour I was very lucky because I was the only one to turn up for the 1pm tour and I must say the staff there still give me the full tour the staff I found to be very passionate about there duties and knowledge of the history of the area.Well worth a visit when you are stopping in the vicinity anyone can learn something from this its for all ages I found.
2. Museum of Abernethy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Open from the first weekend in May until the last weekend in September - the Museum features Abernethy life from Prehistoric through Pictish times to the present.
3. Atholl Country Life Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By RichDebG - Liverpool, United Kingdom
This museum is a little gem. Loads of interesting facts and information about the local area. The exhibits are really interesting too. Jim, the museum guide was lovely and made us feel really welcome, he was full of information and we had a really nice chat about all kinds of historical things. We really recommend a visit here, it's important to pay a visit to these smaller local places.
4. Pitlochry and Moulin Heritage Centre
5. Atholl Palace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By billsime - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
well worth a visit to find out all the history surrounding one of the best hotels in the UK.Well presented and informative. Great for all ages as there is something for all ages.
6. Clan Donnachaidh Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Iain-Yoxall
This is a small Clan Museum first opened in 1969, which can be fully viewed in about 30-45 minutes reading all the information. There are some fascinating historical articles in the museum, relating to the Clan, its history and and its part in the Jacobite uprisings. Also some Clan related gifts are available. Although small, the trip here can be combined with a stop at its immediate neighbour, the House of Bruar for a bite to eat or shop. Immediately behind the House of Bruar, there is also a beautiful walk up the Bruar Falls if the weather is suitable.
