CAR HIRE PERTH

Car Hire Perth

Perth is a lovely town situated in the central part of Scotland. It lies on the River Tay and the town has given its name to many other towns throughout the world most notably that of Perth in Western Australia. Discover Scotland in your Car Hire Perth vehicle.

The city in Australia was named the same due to the fact that Sir George Murray came from the Scottish town and decreed that it be named such when he was the Secretary of State for War and the Colonies. Perth was once a city but it was declassified as one and made into a town. It is one of only three cities in the UK to have had this happen. Car Hire Perth will make your journey a memorable one.

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Attractions of Perth

Perth has a lot of attractions that range from castles such as that at Elcho to Museums and Galleries. Ferguson Gallery and the Perth Museum and Art Gallery are two popular attractions. At Scone Palace there is an annual Game Conservancy Scottish Fair which includes all aspects of the countryside relating to game such as Falconry.

Sights of Perth

Scone Palace is a beautiful castle in Perth and it has a long history as it is the place where 42 Scottish Kings were crowned. St John's Kirk is the oldest building in Perth and it is situated in the town center. The building dates back to 1159 and there is also another beautiful building in St Ninians Cathedral. The Black Watch Museum is another noteworthy place to visit in your Car Hire Perth vehicle.

Sport in Perth

St Johnstone is the local football team and for rugby there is the Perthshire Rugby Football Team. There is a leisure center in the town that contains a swimming pool and other modern facilities. Shinty is played in Perth during the summer and Perth is also home to a horse racing course. The town is home to Scotland's biggest volleyball tournament each May.

Nightlife in Perth

Perth has a large selection of very bars and the Kirkside Bar in St John's Place is the quintessential Scottish pub. The Foundry Bar is right next to the Caledonian cinema and Ormonds Bar is in South Street named after St Johnstones greatest ever manager. Most pubs offer food and entertainment. The Loft Nightclub is a very popular place.

Shopping in Perth

The High Street in Perth is pedestrianized so shopping is good fun and the street runs from Tay Street to South Street and here you will find all the major retailers. The city center is awash with small and big streets that run of High street filled with great shops that make the town a great place for shopping.

Getting to Perth

Perth Airport is fairly small and it is situated 7km from the town in a place called New Scone. Perth Airport is used as a private airport and for commercial flights the nearest is Dundee Airport, which offers regional flights. For flights to European destinations you need to go to Aberdeen or Edinburgh Airport. Car Hire Perth will simplify your holiday needs.

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