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Killiecrankie Visitor Centre

A cafe, shop and information point above the Pass of Killiecrankie, on the B8079, where the paths into the gorge and to Soldier's Leap begin.

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On the rim of the Pass of Killiecrankie, where the B8079 runs north from Pitlochry towards Blair Atholl, the visitor centre looks out over the wooded gorge of the River Garry.

A long covered walkway of timber runs along its front, with tables looking into the treetops.

Inside there is a cafe and patisserie using local produce, with soups, sandwiches, bakes and ice cream, among them a single malt flavour, and a shop of gifts, maps, bird feeders and things made nearby. An information area tells the story of the gorge and the battle fought here in 1689, and dogs are welcome.

The centre is the starting point for the paths down into the gorge, to Soldier's Leap and along the river. It opens every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, from ten until five in summer and until four in winter.

Close byKilliecrankie HouseA white country house by the Pass of Killiecrankie, now a restaurant with rooms, with tasting menus, a cocktail bar and whisky tastings.2 min by roadSee itWooden sign for Killiecrankie House, Restaurant & Rooms, framed by leaves
Before you go

Open every day, from ten until five from April to October and until four from November to March; closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

Where
On the B8079, Killiecrankie, PH16 5LG.
Telephone
01796 473233.
Where it is

Above the Pass of Killiecrankie, three miles north of Pitlochry.

Close byKilliecrankie.
  1. River winding through the Pass of Killiecrankie, autumn trees lining the gorgePass of KilliecrankieThe wooded gorge where the Jacobites won the battle of 1689.Under a mile2 min by road
  2. Soldier's LeapSoldier's LeapThe gap a Redcoat soldier jumped across the Garry, fleeing the Jacobites.Under a mile3 min by road
  3. River gorge cutting through autumn woodland at the Pass of KilliecrankieGarry BridgeA high bridge over the Garry gorge, with a bungee jump.2 miles3 min by road
  4. Blair CastleBlair Castle3 miles5 min by road
  5. Blair Atholl WatermillBlair Atholl Watermill3 miles6 min by road
Directions
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