About The Black Watch Castle and Museum
Discover Scotland's military heritage at this fascinating museum housed in historic Balhousie Castle, featuring regimental treasures and tales of the famous Highland regiment.
What's nearby
- North Inch, Playground next door
- North Inch Golf Course 300m away
- TK Maxx 300m away
- KFC Perth - Dunkeld Road 400m away
- North Inch 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Sunday
- 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Fabulous museum. Loads of interesting artifacts to look at and informative videos to watch and tapes to listen to. Spoke to a lovely gentleman upstairs who was very knowledgeable and interesting to talk to. A must see if you head to the area. Lovely tea room for food and a cuppa afterward, maybe best to book as was really busy when we wanted to go
· via Google
A must do activity if you visit the area. The front of house staff were very helpful and kind. Everything is immaculate. The exhibits are respectful and displays are presented to a very high standard.
· via Google
An impressive historic building set within attractive grounds. The castle has plenty of character and offers a strong sense of its past. Well maintained and a worthwhile place to visit if you’re exploring Perth
· via Google
Been before(covid) but well worth a second tour. Discover the history and artefacts of the BlackWatch and all the campaigns they took part in. The cafe serves great food and is always busy . Nice features outside and a few memorials look at,with nice views across the park
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers well-presented and informative exhibits detailing the history of the Black Watch regiment, with many highlighting the engaging guided tours. They also appreciate the friendly, helpful, and professional staff, as well as the excellent on-site cafe and gift shop. Others mention the beautiful, accessible grounds and ample parking.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Balhousie Castle, Hay Street, Perth, PH1 5HR Get directions
- Category
- Castles & Palaces
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,511 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Perth