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Arthur's Seat is part of an ancient volcano which forms the main peak of the group of hills in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. From the top of Arthur's Seat you can enjoy panoramic views of Edinburgh and watch as the autumnal colour palette envelops the city.Arthur's Seat is part of an ancient volcano which forms the main peak of the group of hills in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. From the top of Arthur's Seat you can enjoy panoramic views of Edinburgh and watch as the autumnal colour palette envelops the city.
Arthur's Seat is part of an ancient volcano which forms the main peak of the group of hills in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. From the top of Arthur's Seat you can enjoy panoramic views of Edinburgh and watch as the autumnal colour palette envelops the city.

Scotland in Autumn: 16 places to see the best Autumn colours in Scotland, starting with Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

If you love stunning Autumn colours, mild temperatures and no pesky midges (bugs) then you’ve come to the right place - assuming Scotland is the place you’ve come to as the scenery in Autumn is jaw-droppingly gorgeous.
Thomas Mackay
By Thomas Mackay
Published 18th Oct 2022, 12:42 BST
Updated 22nd Oct 2022, 13:26 BST

The Autumn season ignites the Scottish landscape with a vibrant collage of bright colours, seeing our trees transform from deep greens to an exquisite display of orange and brown hues.

With Scotland being a bastion of beauty famed for its iconic landscapes that have graced many a Hollywood title and even seen the country voted ‘the most beautiful country in the world’ in previous years, now is a perfect time to visit.

Looking to discover the best of Scotland’s Autumn scenery? Here are 16 beautiful places in Scotland to see the autumnal colours at their best.

Looking to discover the best of Scotland’s Autumn scenery? Here are 16 beautiful places in Scotland to see the autumnal colours at their best.

The Trossachs refers to an area of wooded glens and lochs located to the east of Ben Lomond in the Stirling council area. This includes the iconic Loch Lomond which has featured as the subject in famous Scottish songs.

9. Trossachs

The Trossachs refers to an area of wooded glens and lochs located to the east of Ben Lomond in the Stirling council area. This includes the iconic Loch Lomond which has featured as the subject in famous Scottish songs. Photo: IsabelPoulin via Canva Pro

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Perthshire or 'the county of Perth' is located in Central Scotland and here you can find many a stunning view during this Autumn. Locations like Strathearn or Fortingall Village are a must.

10. Perthshire

Perthshire or 'the county of Perth' is located in Central Scotland and here you can find many a stunning view during this Autumn. Locations like Strathearn or Fortingall Village are a must. Photo: Empato via Getty Images Signature

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Glenfinnan is a hamlet in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands. The viaduct is the filming location of the magical train from Harry Potter called the Hogwarts Express which saw the young wizards and witches off to their school.

11. Glenfinnan

Glenfinnan is a hamlet in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands. The viaduct is the filming location of the magical train from Harry Potter called the Hogwarts Express which saw the young wizards and witches off to their school. Photo: Marcis Wallin /500px via Getty Images

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This is a botanical garden located in the West End of Glasgow which features multiple glasshouses with a variety of exotic plant life growing inside them - it is also free to enter. If you're not close to Glasgow then search online for botanical gardens in Scotland as there are several, including one in Edinburgh.

12. Glasgow Botanic Gardens

This is a botanical garden located in the West End of Glasgow which features multiple glasshouses with a variety of exotic plant life growing inside them - it is also free to enter. If you're not close to Glasgow then search online for botanical gardens in Scotland as there are several, including one in Edinburgh. Photo: romanbabakin via Canva Pro

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