Friarton Hill

The walk up Friarton Hill takes about twenty minutes from Perth and rewards you with proper views across the Tay Valley. It's not a dramatic peak - more of a sturdy local favourite than a showstopper - but on a clear day you can see right across Perthshire's farmland, and that's well worth the leg work.

You get a small summit with a trig point and enough space to sit around if the weather holds. The path is straightforward, well-trodden, nothing technical. Families with kids who can manage a gentle climb will find it manageable, though under-sixes might need carrying on the steeper bits. History buffs should know this sits in proper Mary Queen of Scots country - Perth itself has all the stories if you want more context after your walk.

Allow an hour return if you're not rushing. There's no visitor centre, no facilities at the top, so bring water and a snack. Free to access, which is always appreciated. Best visited on weekends when you've got time to linger, or midweek if you prefer fewer people. Spring and autumn are cracking seasons - summer can feel a bit muggy in the valley.

If you're based at Scone Camping and Caravanning Club Site just four miles away, this makes a perfect morning walk before lunch. Perth Caravan Park is barely closer and sits right in town if you need shops and cafes after. It's not a make-or-break attraction, but paired with exploring Perth itself, it's a useful half-day addition to any Perthshire break.