Gleneagles

#13 among destinations in the United Kingdom

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Nestled in the heart of the Scottish countryside, Gleneagles stands as a beacon of golfing excellence, offering a blend of natural beauty and sporting challenge that is revered across the globe. This prestigious golf resort, with its rich heritage dating back to the 1920s, has become synonymous with the sport's grandeur, providing golf enthusiasts with an unparalleled experience.

Gleneagles is home to three championship golf courses—the King's Course, the Queen's Course, and the PGA Centenary Course, each offering a unique test of skill to players of all levels. The King's Course, designed by the legendary James Braid, is a masterpiece of golf course architecture, demanding strategic play amidst rolling fairways and majestic views. The Queen's Course, though shorter, presents its own set of challenges with tight fairways and tricky greens, while the PGA Centenary Course, host of the 2014 Ryder Cup, is a modern classic that combines the best of traditional and contemporary course design.

The golf courses at Gleneagles are complemented by the resort's luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities, making it a complete destination for those seeking the ultimate golfing retreat. From the sumptuous Gleneagles Hotel, with its elegant rooms and fine dining options, to the state-of-the-art practice facilities and expert tuition available, every aspect is tailored to provide guests with an unforgettable stay.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 56°16'42"N, 3°45'9"W

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Gleneagles – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Drummond Castle, Innerpeffray Library, Ochil Hills, Strathearn.

6.2 miNW
Garden, Park, Forts and castles
Drummond Castle, Crieff
160 min walk • Drummond Castle is located in Perthshire, Scotland.
4.7 miN
Library
Innerpeffray Library, Crieff
120 min walk • Innerpeffray Library was the first lending library in Scotland. It is located in the hamlet of Innerpeffray, by the River Earn in Perth and Kinross, 4 miles southeast of Crieff. The library building is Category A listed.
4.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Ochil Hills
122 min walk • The Ochil Hills; Scottish Gaelic: Monadh Ochail is a range of hills in Scotland north of the Forth valley bordered by the towns of Stirling, Alloa, Kinross, Auchterarder and Perth.
4.6 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Strathearn
118 min walk • Strathearn or Strath Earn is the strath of the River Earn, in Scotland, extending from Loch Earn in the West to the River Tay in the east. Strathearn was one of the original provinces of the Kingdom of Alba, and was led by a mormaer and then an Earl.
4.8 miW
Museum, Memorial
Ardoch Roman Fort
122 min walk • Ardoch Roman Fort is an archaeological site just outside the village of Braco in Perthshire, Scotland, about seven miles south of Crieff. At Ardoch are the remains of a Roman fort and several marching camps which included a signal tower.
2.1 miNE
Town
Auchterarder
53 min walk • Auchterarder is a small town located north of the Ochil Hills in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, and home to the Gleneagles Hotel. The 1+1⁄2-mile-long High Street of Auchterarder gave the town its popular name of "The Lang Toun" or Long Town. The modern town is a shopping destination with a variety of independent shops and cafes.
1.7 miSW
Town
Blackford
44 min walk • Blackford is located in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, approximately 5 miles from the town of Auchterarder. The village is located just off the A9 between Perth and Stirling which has been bypassed since 1978.
4.8 miNW
Village
Muthill
124 min walk • Muthill, pronounced, is a village in Perth and Kinross, Perthshire, Scotland. The name derives from scottish gaelic Maothail meaning “soft-ground”.