Scone Palace Arboretum

A visit to Scone Palace would be incomplete without enjoying the wider estate and Palace grounds including the stunning open gardens, they are as splendid as the Palace itself and together form a great day out in Perthshire.

The grounds and open gardens at Scone Palace are home to a variety of wildlife. The red squirrel is attracted to the great woodlands, as are roe deer. You can visit the David Douglas Pavilion which is constructed from Douglas fir, the structure is erected within sight of the towering conifers at Scone and features other timbers sourced from the Estate.

Stroll at your leisure through the magnificent Pinetum where, amongst others, giant redwoods and noble firs tower over you then onto the New Pinetum of less hardy and decorative conifers.

Whilst the gardens and grounds are beautiful throughout the year, there are a number of seasonal highlights. Early spring is heralded by the arrival of snowdrops followed by the drifts of daffodils throughout the grounds. The primulas and bluebells bloom in the woodland areas throughout April and May. In May and June, the grounds explode with colour from the rhododendrons and azaleas, while the Laburnum Walkway will also dazzle you with its distinctive bright yellow flowers.

Reinstated in 2014, the Kitchen Garden offers their visitors the opportunity to view the gardens where they are sourcing produce for the Palace kitchens. Pathways have been made through the various vegetable and cut flower beds for their visitors' enjoyment.

Distance from Perth city centre: 2 miles