The village centres around the 12th–13th century former parish church of St. Serf, where the Dupplin Cross is displayed (Historic Scotland; open in summer without entrance charge).

The fountain at the centre of the village dates from 1874 and was gifted by Alexander Martin, a former Dunning resident, who made his fortune in New Brunswick as a confectioner.

A plaque on the outer kirkyard wall commemorates the evacuated children (mainly from Glasgow) who stayed here during the Second World War.

The interior was remodelled in the early 19th century to place the pulpit centrally after adding a north wing and internal galleries.

In a field north-west of the village stands a sombre 18th-century monument bearing the inscription "Maggie Wall was burnt here 1657 as a Witch".

Notable residents include decorated SAS Commander Brigadier Rory Walker OBE MC.