AUTUMN IN EDINBURGH: THE FESTIVE GET-AWAY, DONE THE RIGHT WAY.
Are you ready for foggy mornings, rainydays, and dark evenings? Knitted jumpers, pumpkin spiced lattes, and colourful leaves? Well, ready or not, autumn has arrived to Edinburgh. It is time to surrender the aesthetics,wrap yourself in warm clothes, buy a hot chocolate from a nearby café and explore the city. At The Bruntsfield Hotel, we are all about autumn and we look forward to welcoming you and your friends or family, while you explore the wonderful city of Edinburgh. But what can you do to bring out the most of your visit and to not let the dark evenings darken your mood as well?
Are you ready for foggy mornings, rainydays, and dark evenings? Knitted jumpers, pumpkin spiced lattes, and colourful leaves? Well, ready or not, autumn has arrived to Edinburgh.
It is time to surrender the aesthetics,wrap yourself in warm clothes, buy a hot chocolate from a nearby café and explore the city. At The Bruntsfield Hotel, we are all about autumn and we look forward to welcoming you and your friends or family, while you explore the wonderful city of Edinburgh.
But what can you do to bring out the most of your visit and to not let the dark evenings darken your mood as well?
VISIT THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN
With its free entry, astonishing nature, and close location, the Royal Botanic Garden teases you to visit. The colour-changing, falling leaves only enhance the beauty of the over 10,000 different living plants transported from around the world. This season is the perfect time of year for taking a walk from the Chinese Hill to the Rock Garden and spend some time in nature before the winter cold approaches.
PAY AVISIT TO THE CRAIGIES PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
Are you excited for the spook of Halloween? Carving pumpkins, planning your costume, and preparing to goguising, all while reinforcing your love for sweets? Then, the Craigies Pumpkin Festival is for you! Located in South Queensferry, Craigies Farm hosts a thrilling event of exciting Halloween activities, appropriate for children and adults. So why don’t you pop your costume on and visit the place where pumpkins are born?
EXPERIENCE BONFIRE NIGHT
The 5th of November. The night of fireworks, excitement, and beautiful views. Guy Fawkes Night in Edinburgh never ceases to amaze tourists, whether they are visiting from other parts of Scotland or a different country.
If you are just thrilled to be spending Bonfire Night in Edinburgh, don’t worry it will not disappoint you. Whether youare travelling with your children, spouse, or friends, we recommend watching the fireworks from the viewpoints of Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, or if you don’t mind a bit of hiking, the top of Arthur’s Seat.
However, be prepared, it does tend to get chilly at night, so it is best to bring a couple of blankets, and a flask of hot (or alcoholic) drinks to keep you warm.
ENJOY THE CHRISTMAS MARKET
On the 15th of November, the magic of Edinburgh Christmas Markets breaks to the surface. Pop your skates on and visit the doughnut-shaped ice rink on George Street, see the handmade products at the market stalls, have some mulled wine on Princes Street, and, if you are brave enough, try the breath-taking (don’t worry, not literally) rides.Whatever you decide, your visit will be nothing less but magical.
Whether you choose to do one or all of these activities, or maybe you have your own plans set in stone, The Bruntsfield Hotel awaits you with its cosy, elegant, beautiful rooms.
BOOK OUR ROOMS TODAY SO YOU CAN HAVE THE FESTIVE BREAK IN EDINBURGH WE ALL KNOW YOU WANT AND DESERVE.
