Scone Palace

Palace Historic palace in Scotland associated with royal coronations

Near Perth, Scone Palace occupies a historic estate with state rooms, restored interiors and landscaped grounds; visitors come for guided tours, garden walks and events tied to Scottish monarchy history.

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Scone Palace is a stately country house and historic estate near the village of Scone in Perthshire, Scotland, situated on the site long associated with royal coronations.

The palace stands near the medieval Scone Abbey, the traditional coronation place of Scottish kings and associated with the Stone of Destiny. The present country house incorporates older elements and was extensively altered in the 18th and 19th centuries to its current appearance as a grand historic residence.

The estate lies near Scone village about 6 kilometers north-east of Perth, in central Scotland, set within a largely agricultural landscape of parks and farmland.

  • Proximity to Perth: Located about 4 miles (roughly 6 kilometers) north-east of Perth, in Perth and Kinross, making it an easy day trip from the city.
  • Coronation site connection: Historically associated with the medieval coronation site at Scone and the Stone of Destiny, which links the place to Scotland's royal traditions.

What to See #

  • State rooms: Publicly accessible state rooms and historic interiors within the palace complex showcasing period decoration, furniture and local portraiture.
  • Palace grounds and gardens: Extensive surrounding parkland and formal gardens with specimen trees, avenues and walks used for estate events and visitor tours.
Scone Palace
Scone Palace, Scone, Perth PH2 6BD, Scotland, UK
+44 1738 551000
56.4226, -3.4381
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https://www.sconepalace.co.uk/
Apr-Oct Daily 10:00am-5:00pm; Nov-Mar seasonal openings (check website)
Adult £14-£16 (approx. £16 in 2024); concessions and combined ticketing for special rooms may vary

How to Get to Scone Palace #

Scone Palace is near Perth, Scotland. From Perth city centre it’s about a 10-15 minute drive (around 6 km) east along the A94/A93. Trains run to Perth station from Edinburgh and Glasgow; from Perth station take a taxi or local bus to the palace. Check the palace website for tour and garden opening times and parking information.

Tips for Visiting Scone Palace #

  • Book timed entry for the Palace and Palace Gardens during high season to avoid queues.
  • Don't miss the Stone of Destiny (the Stone of Scone) replica and the palace's ceremonial rooms-guided tours add context that the rooms' displays omit.
  • Allow time to wander the surrounding Moot Hill and the 13th‑century Scone Kirkyard-history is layered outside the palace walls.

Best Time to Visit Scone Palace #

Late spring through early autumn offers pleasant weather for the palace and grounds; check the website for exact seasonal opening times.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Best weather for the palace grounds, gardens and outdoor history walks.
Winter (low season)
November-March · -2-8°C (28-46°F)
Fewer visitors and seasonal events like indoor displays, but some areas may be closed.

Weather & Climate near Scone Palace #

Climate

Scone Palace's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (751 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 85 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
0° – 6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 7°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
2° – 9°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
4° – 12°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
6° – 15°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
9° – 18°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° – 20°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° – 19°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
9° – 16°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

9°
Feels Like Cold
9°C
Temperature
6° – 13°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
3° – 9°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 7°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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