Scone Palace is a Category A-listed historic house near the village of Scone and the city of Perth, Scotland. Built in red sandstone with a castellated roof, it is an example of the Gothic Revival style in Scotland. Scone was originally the site of an early Christian church, and later an Augustinian priory.

Why is Scone Palace famous?

It was an important religious gathering place of the Picts, it was the site of an early Christian church and it housed the Stone of Destiny. Robert the Bruce was crowned at Scone in 1306, and the last coronation was of Charles II when he accepted the Scottish crown in 1651.

Is Scone Palace part of Historic Scotland?

Q Is Scone Palace a National Trust or Historic Scotland property? A: Scone Palace is not part of the National Trust or Historic Scotland, and as such, no discounts are applicable, standard admission rates apply.