Reason

Reason is a contemporary art space in Perth that punches well above its weight. Walking in, you're confronted with work that actually makes you think rather than just scroll past on Instagram. The gallery focuses on experimental and progressive art - installations, photography, sculpture, film - and the curation feels genuinely thoughtful rather than serving up whatever's fashionable this month.

It's the sort of place that rewards a proper look. You'll spend anything from 45 minutes to two hours depending on what's on, and whether you're the type to read every accompanying note or just get the vibe. The space itself is well-proportioned without feeling sterile, and there's usually something in the current programme that'll grab you.

Reason works best for anyone with even a passing interest in contemporary art - families with older kids who actually engage with things, or adults after some genuine cultural substance during a Perthshire break. It's a break from the usual tourist circuit without being deliberately obscure about it.

Perth's a good base for caravan holidays in the region. Scone Camping and Caravanning Club Site is just 2.7 miles north and excellent if you want proper facilities, while Perth Caravan Park itself is closer at 2.6 miles and perfectly decent for a stopover. The gallery sits handily in the town centre, so you can slot it in around other Perth visits without losing half a day to location logistics. Check their website for current exhibitions before you visit - the programming changes regularly and some shows are genuinely worth timing your trip around.