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Saturday 22 November
Experience the magic of the season at Perth’s famous Christmas Lights Switch-on event, one of Scotland’s most magical festive celebrations.
Sunday 23 November
From Cakefest to Perth's Nativity and Lantern Parade, its another magical day in Perth's bumper Christmas weekend.
Perth City and Towns Gift Card
The Perth City & Towns Gift Card is the ultimate way to shop local this Christmas with over 200 participating businesses.
Visit Perth City and Towns this Christmas
With over 120 fabulous shops, cafes and restaurants, a plethore of festive markets and a big, bright and beautfiful events calendar, Perth is the place to live life well this festive season.
Street Life Perth
Perth city centre is the home of independent shopping in Scotland, with over 120 high quality, family-owned businesses all within easy reach.
From fabulous little gift shops to carefully curated boutiques and homewares, speciality food and drink, to galleries full of talented artisans, the choice on offer is as varied as it is inspiring.
Perth is also renowned for its delicious selection of cafes, restaurants, tearooms and bars. This love of good food and drink covers everything from award-winning restaurants to simple street food, seasonal cocktails to homegrown gins and beers.
Shop Local in Perth City Centre
Visitor Information
Browse our area highlights and be inspired by what’s on offer – you’ll certainly find plenty of things to do! This section offers all the practical advice you might need for travelling, planning, parking, and camping.
Events
Featuring everything from annual favourites such as Perth Festival of the Arts and The Enchanted Forest, to award-winning venues and a year-round programme of arts, culture and sporting thrills.
Perthshire Blog
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Perthshire blog is a must-follow space crammed full of chat, tips and itineraries to help you uncover the best of Perthshire.
Read it all here on perthcityandtowns.co.uk.