Blair Castle in Pitlochry stands as Scotland's most visited historic house, serving as home to the Atholl family for over seven centuries. Dating from 1269, the castle evolved from its medieval origins—notably Comyn's Tower—into a Georgian mansion transformed by the 2nd Duke in 1740. The castle displays 700 years of Scottish architectural heritage across thirty rooms, featuring portraits of past Dukes and Duchesses, eighteenth-century plasterwork, period furniture, and historical weapons. The estate encompasses nine acres of walled gardens, ancient woodland, a ruined kirk, red deer park, and a Gothic folly. Visitors can explore layers of history spanning from Mary Queen of Scots to Queen Victoria's stays.
