• Sea Blackthorn Bushes overlooking Gullane

  • Couple walking on the beach at Gullane

  • Child playing at Vogrie Country Park

  • Pentland Hills

Edinburgh and the Lothians in autumn

As the summer days draw to a close, the russet autumn colours breathe new life into Edinburgh & Lothians with the backdrop and amber golds of Edinburgh’s Royal Botanic Garden, the bracing beach walks along Edinburgh’s coast and countryside, the invigorating autumn air of the Pentland Hills and country parks like Beecraigs near Linlithgow.

 

Indulge yourself indoors too with a warming visit to the Scotch Whisky Experience or Edinburgh’s lowland malt distillery in Pentcaitland, East Lothian. 

 

You’ll also be spoilt for choice with the vast array of places to dine with our many EatScotland eateries throughout the area offering seasonal, locally sourced produce. This autumn, think tasty berries and hearty puddings!

 

To keep you entertained, autumn presents a full programme of events, from The International Storytelling Festival to the colourful displays from Scottish Ballet’s autumn season and the National Galleries of Scotland seasonal collections.

 

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  • Scottish Storytelling Centre

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Inspiring live storytelling performances and hands-on workshops. This autumn, don’t miss the Scottish International Storytelling Festival from 22 - 31 October 2010.

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  • Inverleith Row

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    One of the world’s finest botanical gardens makes for a perfect afternoon visit on your autumn city break to Edinburgh.

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  • Assembly Rooms

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    The Assembly Rooms is a unique venue with four opulent rooms; Music Hall, Ballroom, Supper Room and Edinburgh Suite.

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  • 5 Charlotte Square

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Charlotte Square is Robert Adam's crowning glory, and the epitome of what Robert Burns called 'the heavenly Hanoverianism' of Edinburgh's New Town with its classic edifices, handsome squares and spacious thoroughfares.

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  • Riddles Court

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Riddles Court is an ‘A’ listed historical Edinburgh landmark. It takes its name from ‘Riddal’s Land’ dating from 1587 and was built by George Riddell, Wright and Burgess.

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  • Tantallon Castle

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Tantallon was the last truly great castle built in Scotland. Its architecture harked back to the mighty stone castles of enclosure of the 13th century, such as Bothwell Castle.

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  • Crichton Castle

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Crichton Castle stands tucked away out of sight, on a terrace overlooking the River Tyne in Midlothian. It was a noble residence for some 200 years.

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  • Glenkinchie Distillery

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    The home of 'The Edinburgh Malt' is located in the rolling farmland of East Lothian and houses an excellent exhibition in the listed red brick buildings.

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  • Museum of Flight

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    National Museums Scotland is a charity and our admission prices include a 10% voluntary contribution through Giftaid.

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  • Bass Rock

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Formed by great volcanic upheavals, the Bass Rock is an iconic landmark on Scotland's eastern shoreline.

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  • Scottish Seabird Centre

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    The five star award-winning Seabird Centre is set in a stunning location overlooking the islands of the Firth of Forth and the white sandy beaches of North Berwick.

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  • Crichton Castle

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    A large and sophisticated castle with a spectacular facade of faceted stonework in an Italian style added, following a visit to Italy, by the Earl of Bothwell between 1581 and 1591.

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  • Midlothian Ski Centre

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    The Midlothian Snowsports Centre offers all the fun of skiing and snowboarding all year around in a fantastic location.

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  • Roslin Glen

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Da Vinci Code fans will love walking Roslin Glen. Begin with a detour to the 15th century Gothic Rosslyn Chapel.

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  • Literary Edinburgh podcasts

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Written and recorded to highlight and celebrate the literary and architectural heritage of the city.

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  • Edinburgh shopping

    Edinburgh & The Lothians

    Edinburgh offers a shopping experience like no other. Whatever your mood and whatever you're looking for, the city has something to suit. From the High Street favourites of Princes Street to the funky boutiques of the New Town and West End, you'll be spoilt for choice.

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