Nether Town Hill

The walk up Nether Town Hill takes about forty minutes from Perth, and you'll find yourself on proper Fife moorland before you know it. It's not dramatic - no craggy peaks or dramatic drop-offs - but that's rather the point. The hill gives you a genuine 360-degree view across the Tay Valley without the crowds you'd get scrambling up Ben Lomond or somewhere more famous.

On a clear day you can see all the way to the Ochils. In winter, when the light's low and thin, it's genuinely lovely. In summer it can feel a bit exposed if the midges are out, so go early or wait for a breeze. The path's straightforward enough for families with older kids, though younger ones might find it tedious - it's a steady gradient rather than a thrilling adventure.

There's nothing up there except the view and a basic cairn, so don't expect facilities or a summit cafe. It's free to walk, obviously. Allow two hours return if you're not rushing.

If you're based at any of the nearby parks - Fossoway Cabins or Greenhill Farm Glamping are closest - this makes a decent half-day outing to break up a longer holiday. Pair it with a wander around Perth town centre or a visit to one of the Perthshire distilleries if you want something more substantial. Worth the walk? Yes, but only if you're already in the area and fancy some proper fresh air rather than a destination in its own right.