Roslin Castle ruins in Roslin Glen
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Autumn Breaks
Autumn in Scotland is stunning. It's the perfect destination for an autumn break with beautiful landscapes, leafy cities, mild temperatures and dark starry skies.
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Find the Perfect Autumn Break
Autumn brings beautiful colours, quieter trips and a chance to really take your time exploring Scotland.
River Garry
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Autumn experiences
Find the perfect autumnal landscape, or head out for a night under the stars - it's a great time for stargazing.
BWA Tiree World Classic
Returning to the stunning Isle of Tiree in the Inner Hebrides, the event showcases the best of the UK’s windsurfing talent.
Perth Accordion & Fiddle Festival
For the 74th year, the Perth Accordion & Fiddle Festival features competitions, concerts and ceilidhs.
Stirling Science Festival
Four days of science shows, fun workshops, hands-on experiments, talks, exhibitions and much more.
Edinburgh Horror Festival
This event brings together theatre, comedy, magic, spoken word, movies, games, improv, workshops, interactive events and more.
Pumpkin Patch 2023
Arnprior Farm hosts Scotland’s original Pumpkin festival, with over 20,000 pumpkins to choose from over 3 weeks in October.
A cosy wood burning stove in a contemporary Scottish home
© VisitScotland / Iona Spence
Places to Stay
Book the perfect accommodation for a dreamy autumn break. Gaze at the stars in a hot tub, watch the leaves fall from from a forest lodge, or splash out on a luxury city hotel.
School holiday ideas
The Japanese Garden at Cowden in Dollar, Fife
© The Japanese Garden at Cowden
Plan a Family October Break
Find great ideas for what to do for half-term and October holidays. Scotland is a great autumn destination for families, with magical places to stay, attractions and days out options.
What is Autumn in Scotland Like?
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Dark Skies
Scotland enjoys some of the darkest skies in Europe. You might even be lucky enough to spot the mesmerising Northern Lights!
