Scone Palace Ticket Portal

FAQs / Help

Is there an additional charge for parking?

Parking at Scone Palace is free for visitors. There are plenty of car parking spaces available for up to 200 cars, some hard-standing and the remainder on grass.

How far is the car park from the Palace entrance?

The main car park is just a few minutes walk to the Palace entrance.

Are drones permitted at Scone Palace?

No, we do not permit drones to be used at Scone Palace.

Is smoking permitted at Scone Palace?

No. Smoking and Vaping are not permitted within the Palace and Gardens

Are there parking facilities for those who need accessibility?

Yes, we have some spaces as close as possible to the entrance of the Palace. Please ask our staff on arrival, and they will direct you to these spaces. There is a wheelchair lift into the Palace which is accessed via the Gift Shop.

Are dogs allowed in the grounds? 

Dogs on leads are allowed in the gardens surrounding the Palace, but not in the Maze. Please respect our surroundings and pick up any waste after your dog and dispose of it in the litter bins which are situated in various places around the gardens. We do not advise that you leave your dog in the car. Water bowls are available at the front of the Palace. Assistance dogs are welcome in the Palace.

Is picnicking allowed at Scone Palace?

Yes, you are welcome to picnic next to the car park where there is a designated picnic area.

Is cycling permitted in the grounds?

 You may cycle to the Palace and leave your bike in the cycle rack in the parking area and then, afterwards, you can cycle to the exit - but cycling in or around the grounds is not permitted.

Is Scone Palace a National Trust or Historic Scotland property?

Scone Palace is not part of the National Trust or Historic Scotland, and as such, no discounts are applicable, standard admission rates apply.

How long does it take to go around the Palace?  

The enhanced Palace tours will take approximately one hour and we recommend at least another hour to visit our Shop, Coffee Shop and Gardens.

What are the age ranges for tickets?

Adult Aged 16 and over 

Child - 4 to 15 yrs

Under 4's go free

Family - 2 adults and up to 3 children

 

 

Is photography allowed at Scone Palace?

Photography is permitted within the gardens, but not within the Palace.

Is the Historic Houses pass accepted at Scone Palace?

Yes. Please use discount code SPTOURHH when booking tickets. Access to the Gardens is free and there is a special rate of £10 for Guided Palace tours. We do NOT accept the Historic Scotland Explorer's Pass.

Are bags, pushchairs, electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters allowed in the Palace?

Unfortunately we cannot allow large bags, rucksacks, prams, pushchairs, electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters into the Palace. We do offer a limited supply of manual wheelchairs free of charge. Assisted access is via the Gift Shop.

Is there a map of the Gardens?

A: A map of the Gardens will be emailed to you when you book tickets. Alternatively, you can download a copy from our website

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