Visiting Scone

Scone is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Scone?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Scone then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

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FAQs About Scone

How Do I Get To Scone?

Driving directions to Scone:

  1. From Edinburgh: Take the M90 towards Perth and exit at junction 11 for Scone. Follow signs for Scone Palace.
  2. From Glasgow: Take the M80 towards Stirling then the M9 towards Perth. Exit at junction 11 for Scone and follow signs for Scone Palace.
  3. From Dundee: Take the A90 southbound towards Perth. At Broxden roundabout, take the A9 towards Inverness and exit at junction 11 for Scone. Follow signs for Scone Palace.

Rail directions to Scone:

  1. The nearest railway station is Perth, which is served by trains from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, and other cities. From Perth, take a taxi or bus to Scone, which is about 3 miles away.

Suggestions for getting to Scone:

  • If you have time, visit Scone Palace, a historic castle with beautiful gardens and grounds.
  • Perth is a vibrant city with a wide range of shops, restaurants, and attractions, including the Perth Museum and Art Gallery and the Black Watch Castle and Museum.
  • Dundee is another interesting city, with the RRS Discovery ship and the V&A Museum.

What's The Nearest Airport To Scone?

The closest airport to Scone is Dundee Airport, which is approximately 9 miles away. Alternatively, Edinburgh Airport is approximately 50 miles away. If you're arriving at Dundee Airport, the easiest route to Scone would be to take the A85 directly. For those arriving at Edinburgh Airport, you may want to take the M90 to Perth before connecting with the A85 to Scone.

Where Is Scone?

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