Autumn & Winter Getaways: Gdansk, Bellagio, Iceland & More

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56 places: Gdańsk, Bread Bridge - "Bridge of Love", Malbork Castle, and 53 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Amelia Wheatcroft-Brown.

Gdańsk

Place

• Historic city with an astronomical clock and beautiful architecture • Ideal for a 2-3 day visit • Budget around £30 a day for dinner and activities • Consider a boat city cruise

Bread Bridge - "Bridge of Love"

Landmark

4.7

• Place to put a love lock

Malbork Castle

Castle

4.8

• Take a bus from Gdansk for a day trip

Mariacka Street

Place

4.9

• Take a walk down this famous street

Sopot

Place

• Consider a day trip from Gdansk

Brama Złota

Historical landmark

4.7

• Historic gate in Gdansk

Museum of the Second World War

Museum

4.8

• Important historical museum

Palm House

Landmark

4.4

• Botanical garden with palm trees

Pachołek hill observation deck

Place

4.8

• Offers sunset views

Bellagio

Place

• Picturesque town on Lake Como with colorful streets • Ideal for a 1-2 day visit • Expect a budget of £60-£120 a day due to higher prices • Enjoy gelato and explore the lakeside promenade

I Giardini di Villa Melzi

Botanical garden

4.7

• Beautiful gardens to visit in Bellagio

Varenna

Place

• Known for its colorful waterfront and romantic walks

Villa Carlotta

Museum

4.7

• Explore the villa and its gardens

Piazza della Chiesa

Place

• Enjoy an Italian coffee in this square

Vik

Place

• Explore the village and nearby attractions

Víkurfjara Black Sand Beach

Landmark

4.8

• Famous for its striking dark sand and basalt columns

Kirkjufellsfoss

Landmark

4.6

• Iconic mountain, often photographed with Kirkjufellsfoss

Seljalandsfoss

Natural feature

4.8

• Waterfall where you can walk behind the cascade

Gljúfrabúi

Landmark

4.9

• Hidden waterfall close to Seljalandsfoss

Sky Lagoon

Public bath

4.7

• Geothermal spa with ocean views

Arctic Adventures Silfra Fissure

Sports activity location

4.7

• Dive or snorkel between tectonic plates, known for clear water

NC500 Club

Travel agency

4.8

• Scenic driving route in the Scottish Highlands • Ideal for 1+ weeks • Consider a campervan to cut costs • Budget for cities like Edinburgh will be higher

Edinburgh

Place

• Explore the historic city, including the old town, castle, and Arthur's Seat • Day 1 of the recommended itinerary

Inverness

Place

• Enjoy forest hikes nearby • Drive from Edinburgh (3 hours) • Day 2 of the recommended itinerary

Loch Morlich

Lake

4.8

• Stop here for hikes • Part of Day 2 of the recommended itinerary

Dunrobin Castle & Gardens

Castle

4.7

• Visit this historic castle • Part of Day 2 of the recommended itinerary

Castle Of Old Wick

Historical landmark

4.4

• Visit this historic castle • Part of Day 2 of the recommended itinerary

Castle Sinclair Girnigoe

Building

• Visit this historic castle • Part of Day 2 of the recommended itinerary

John o' Groats

Place

• Take a 30-minute journey here • Enjoy a hot chocolate overlooking the most northerly point in the UK • Part of Day 3 of the recommended itinerary

Durness

Place

• Head to Durness on Day 3 of the recommended itinerary

Fort William

Place

• Gateway to Ben Nevis • Part of Day 4 of the recommended itinerary

Ben Nevis

Mountain peak

4.8

• Highest mountain in the UK • Located near Fort William

Glenfinnan Viaduct

Place

4.7

• Famous railway viaduct, known from Harry Potter films • Part of Day 4 of the recommended itinerary

Eilean Donan Castle

Historical place

4.6

• Iconic Scottish castle • Part of Day 4 of the recommended itinerary

Eilean na Mòine

Landmark

4.6

• Visit this location • Part of Day 4 of the recommended itinerary

Glencoe

Place

• Drive through one of Scotland's most dramatic valleys • Hike the Lost Valley or Three Sisters viewpoint • Part of Day 5 of the recommended itinerary