Town guide
Pitlochry food & drink
Highland-Perthshire whisky country — Edradour, Blair Athol, and the gateway to the Cairngorms
Pitlochry is one of Scotland's most concentrated whisky towns. Edradour Distillery (officially the second-smallest in Scotland) sits 10 minutes from the high street, with one of the most enjoyable distillery visitor experiences in the country. Blair Athol Distillery is at the south end of town. Aberfeldy and Dewar's are 30 minutes south; Glenturret near Crieff is 45 minutes. The town itself is a Highland tourism hub, with strong access to the Cairngorms National Park, the River Tay for salmon fishing, and the Highland Perthshire walking routes. The farmers market is periodic rather than fixed-schedule — check listings before driving — but the town has several proper food and drink venues including the Old Mill on the high street.
Full Perthshire food & drink guide — distilleries, restaurants, where to stay, when to go.
- Edradour Distillery — officially Scotland's second-smallest, 10 min from town
- Blair Athol Distillery — at the south end of town
- Aberfeldy and Glenturret distilleries — 30–45 min south
- Gateway to the Cairngorms National Park
Farmers markets in & near Pitlochry
Whisky distilleries near Pitlochry
Food & drink festivals in Pitlochry & nearby
Pitlochry food & drink FAQ
+What's the best farmers market in Pitlochry?
Perth Farmers’ Market on Perth (typically saturday). Next confirmed date: Saturday, 6 June 2026. We list every market within 50 km of Pitlochry on this page.
+Where can I taste whisky near Pitlochry?
8 distilleries within 50 km of Pitlochry are open to visitors. Blair Athol, Edradour, Aberfeldy are the closest. Each has a full tour and tasting guide on its TasteSCOT page.
+When is the next food or drink festival in Pitlochry?
Dundee Flower and Food Festival runs 5 September – 6 September at Camperdown Park, Dundee.
+Where should I stay in Pitlochry for a food and drink trip?
Use the accommodation map below to find hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of central Pitlochry. For multi-day Scottish food and drink trips, Pitlochry is a sensible base if you want access to 8 distilleries and 0 breweries we cover in the surrounding 50 km.
+What is Pitlochry known for in Scottish food and drink?
Edradour Distillery — officially Scotland's second-smallest, 10 min from town. Blair Athol Distillery — at the south end of town. Aberfeldy and Glenturret distilleries — 30–45 min south. Gateway to the Cairngorms National Park.
Where to stay near Pitlochry
Hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of central Pitlochry.
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