Scotland
Scotland's northern isles and mainland tip sit on the southern fringe of the auroral zone — Shetland's 'Mirrie Dancers', Orkney's Neolithic stone circles lit by aurora, and Caithness's dramatic clifftops offer Northern Lights with world-class heritage.
Shetland's 'Mirrie Dancers' — Britain's most northerly and frequent aurora sightings
3 Destinations in Scotland
Shetland
Wildlife lovers and culture seekers wanting Britain's most dramatic northern lights experience combined with Norse heritage
Orkney
History lovers and photographers wanting aurora as a bonus over extraordinary Neolithic landscapes
Caithness
Scotland road-trippers wanting mainland Britain's best northern lights chance combined with dramatic coastal scenery
Best Activities in Scotland
Curated guides to the top spots in Scotland for each activity — ranked by aurora score and experience quality.