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Scone Palace

Perth, Scotland
Ranked #4 of 20 attractions in Perth
4.0 of 5 stars 60 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings
Owner description: Scone Palace is a 5 star [ Visit Scotland Grading ] Historic House. It was the Crowning Site of 42 Kings of Scots and Scotland, including Macbeth and...... more » Owner description: Scone Palace is a 5 star [ Visit Scotland Grading ] Historic House. It was the Crowning Site of 42 Kings of Scots and Scotland, including Macbeth and Robert The Bruce, who were crowned or enthroned on the Stone of Scone. Today, it is the family home of the Earls of Mansfield, and offers the visitor the opportunity to share in its unique and important history. « less
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Salt Lake City, Utah
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

The medieval kings may have been crowned here, as the advert says, but there is no trace of those events. You will find a beautiful early 19th century fantasy of the gothic era, with some outstanding furnishings. The porcelain collection is good, although it cannot begin to compare to the Wallace Collection in London. If you come by bus,be sure... More

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Port Coquitlam, Canada
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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Seemed to me to be expensive, could benefit from more interaction More

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Calgary
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Lots of things to see and do on site. Great historical value, but the building is not as old as I thought it was. Cab fare from train station in about 7.00 GBP to main gate. Bus service is available but doesn't run very frequently so I walked back to town. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Thoroughly enjoyed visiting Scone Palace. Beautiful grounds and the rooms are magnificent. More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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We visited Scone Palace as part of a two week touring holiday of Scotland. It was a lovely sunny day. Compared to other historic houses, our visit to Scone was somewhat disappointing. There are no formal tours and the contents of the house were not as impressive as, say, Brodie Castle or Glamis. The staff were welcoming and helpful. The... More

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dutrh
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

If you need to learn anything aout Scottish History this place is the first place to go. The grounds are brilliant with some of the biggest and spectacular trees i have seen, around every corner there was a "good god!!" moment. The House is wonderful and the staff are so helpful and a joy to talk too. A great shop... More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Greeted by friendly staff at gate plus white peacock (amazing) ample parking. Scone Palace has amazing history advise you to watch video in the small room as you go towards the ballroom well worth watching. grounds and the maze where great. Cafe clean with plenty of local cakes staff very friendly and helpful Had a great day More

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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Enjoyed a relaxing afternoon during our trip. Stunning setting and good facilities. More

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kirriemuir
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

Had a lovely day here the palace is very interesting and the grounds are nice for a walk More

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Elspeth BRUCE, General Manager at Scone Palace, responded to this review
April 20, 2012

Thank you - we are glad that you enjoyed your visit. More

Perth, United Kingdom
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

There is more to the grounds and gardens than you may think - a really good play area with flying fox which is long enough and exciting enough to keep kids entertained for eternity (mine are ages 8,6,5). Swings and more appropriate items for younger kids too. Over by the flying fox is a donkey and a couple of ponies... More

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Elspeth BRUCE, General Manager at Scone Palace, responded to this review
April 20, 2012

Thank you for you review - look out for some more new things for children in the grounds over the next few months ! More

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