The Pitlochry Dam Visitor
Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre Armoury Road, Pitlochry
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Multimedia exhibitions on hydro-electricity, dam history & salmon breeding, plus a cafe & gift shop. Summary via Google
About The Pitlochry Dam Visitor
The Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre sits on Armoury Road and houses multimedia exhibitions covering hydro-electricity, the history of the dam, and salmon breeding. A cafe and gift shop are on site. Admission and parking are free.
The centre overlooks the river and dam. Its interactive exhibits explore hydroelectric power and include a salmon ladder. The cafe serves food and coffee at moderate prices.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
What's nearby
- Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre Café (SSE) next door
- Pitlochry Fish Ladder 150m away
- Salmon Ladder at Pitlochry Dam 150m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this dam and visitor center offers stunning views of the river and dam, along with interesting, interactive exhibits about hydroelectric power and the salmon ladder. They also highlight the free admission and parking, as well as the delicious food and coffee available at the reasonably priced cafe. Guests mention the staff are friendly and helpful, and the facilities, including restrooms, are clean and well-maintained.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2,799 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- Pass
- Destination
- Pitlochry
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.