The leaves are turning golden and there is a slight chill in the air. The days are crisp, the fire is roaring and it\u2019s time to dig out the jumpers.<\/p>\n
We shouldn\u2019t say it but Autumn is one of our favourite seasons to explore Edinburgh and this year is no exception.
\nThat\u2019s why, we\u2019ve caught up with some of our favourite attractions in the city to compile our top 10 suggestions of what to do and where to go over the next few months.<\/p>\n
Go on\u2026 our beautiful city is waiting for you.<\/strong> 1. EDINBURGH CASTLE<\/strong> 2. FIRE FOLKLORE AT SAMHUINN FIRE FESTIVAL<\/strong> 3. MEET THE RESIDENTS OF MARY KING\u2019S CLOSE<\/strong> 4. AUTUMNAL WALKS IN THE BOTANIC GARDENS<\/strong> 5. HALLOWEEN-INSPIRED WALKING TOURS<\/strong> 6. FROM BEAN TO BAR \u2013 EDINBURGH\u2019S CHOCOLATARIUM<\/strong> 7. A WHISKY-STOP TOUR OF SCOTLAND<\/strong> 8. #EDINBURGH101<\/strong> 9. SCOTTISH NATIONAL GALLERY OF MODERN ART<\/strong> 10. THE SCOTTISH INTERNATIONAL STORYTELLING FESTIVAL<\/strong> The leaves are turning golden and there is a slight chill in the air. The days are crisp, the fire is roaring and it\u2019s time to dig out the jumpers. We shouldn\u2019t say it but Autumn is one of our favourite seasons to explore Edinburgh and this year is no exception. That\u2019s why, we\u2019ve caught […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":344,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13,14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-343","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hotel","category-travels"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/343","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=343"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/343\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/344"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=343"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=343"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.roseatehotels.com\/edinburgh\/theroseate\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=343"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nAdvance booking to the majority of our suggestions is highly recommended given current number restrictions.<\/p>\n
\nAtop a hill overlooking the city below, Edinburgh\u2019s 12th-century castle dominates the skyline. One of the oldest fortified places in Europe, the castle has a storied history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress. A gentle stroll from the hotel, the castle is the perfect starting point to learn about Edinburgh\u2019s beginnings. Tickets can be purchased here.<\/p>\n
\nSignifying the transition from summer to winter, the Samhuinn Fire Festival is Edinburgh\u2019s annual Halloween celebration hosted by the Beltane Fire Society. This immersive festival \u2013 which typically takes place on Carlton Hill \u2013 allows you to wander through other-wordly creatures and witness a spectacular display of storytelling and firey folklore. Given the current situation, we\u2019d recommend keeping an eye on the Beltane website here for updates on tickets for this year\u2019s festival.<\/p>\n
\nDelve deep into Edinburgh\u2019s neoclassical old town and experience over 400 years of history. From myths and legends to the deadly plague, there are a myriad of tales to be told during your hour-long tour. Mary King\u2019s Close is open seven days a week & tickets can be booked here.<\/p>\n
\nLoved by visitors and locals alike, the Royal Botanic Garden is over 350 years old and a world-leading plant science, conservation and education centre. Comprising over 70 acres, the gardens are within walking distance of the Dunstane Houses and offer an unrivalled view of the city\u2019s skyline. Tickets can be purchased here.<\/p>\n
\nFancy stretching your legs and exploring Edinburgh on foot? Our friends at Mercat Tours have just the ticket. Their history walks unveil treasures of the old town and secrets of the city\u2019s Royal Mile whilst their ghost tours are a short, sharp shock into the city\u2019s unsavoury past. Find out which tour takes your fancy via this link.<\/p>\n
\nIt\u2019s Edinburgh\u2019s version of Willy Wonka\u2019s iconic chocolate factory. Find out where cocoa beans are grown and transformed from the bitter seed of a jungle tree to the smooth, velvety treat we all love. Make your own chocolate, try your hand at different flavours and taste up to 30 chocolates from more than 15 Scottish and international chocolate makers. Yum! Tickets can be purchased here.<\/p>\n
\nAfter a day exploring, return to our very own Ba\u2019 Bar to learn more about Scotland\u2019s varying whisky regions, their styles and variances. Guided by our resident whisky expert, we offer a number of different experiences including pairing Single Malts with Cheese and our Highland Park Premium Select Whisky Tasting experience, exclusive to the Dunstane Houses. You can book your whisky experience here.<\/p>\n
\nThe interactive #Edinburgh101 Objects tour brings you the opportunity to learn more about our fair capital and its fascinating history, exactly where it happened. The do-it-yourself walking tour features a downloadable map and a checklist of over 100 monuments which can be sourced here.<\/p>\n
\nFrom the Dunstane Houses, it\u2019s a scenic walk along the Water of Leith to The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, home to the country\u2019s foremost collection of modern and contemporary art. Comprising two buildings, Modern One is housed in a neoclassical building designed by William Burn which has now reopened after lockdown. Modern Two will reopen on the 24 October. Tickets for both can be purchased here.<\/p>\n
\nTaking place from the 17 \u2013 31 October, the Scottish International Storytelling Festival takes you on a voyage exploring Scotland\u2019s coasts and waters through music and storytelling. This year\u2019s festival \u2013 which is one of the largest of its kind \u2013 will take place in small-scale live settings. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"