Halloween Breaks 2025

Great holiday destinations for a Halloween break in 2025

Here you'll find some of the best deals on Halloween breaks in 2025 across the British Isles.

As autumn turns colder and winter beckons, there's no better way to brighten your spirits than Halloween weekend breaks. The rolling hills and rugged landscapes of Britain and Ireland are at their most atmospheric at this eerie time of year. Wander into the wilderness of WalesOpens in a new window or Scotland'sOpens in a new window stunning countryside in search of the supernatural, or explore the horrible histories of cities like EdinburghOpens in a new window and LondonOpens in a new window on a city break with a difference.

Book your Halloween trips with Expedia to get great deals on flights, hotels and activities. You're sure to find a wickedly delightful Halloween short break to suit you.

Top Halloween Break Destinations

Discover the Welsh wilderness – if you dare

For the ultimate in UK Halloween breaks, wild and wonderful WalesOpens in a new window has plenty of remote corners and medieval history to get lost in on an autumn getaway. The rugged peaks of Snowdonia in North WalesOpens in a new window are amazing places to go in search of hidden histories dating back to the Middle Ages.

Soak in the atmosphere of Scotland

With its fascinating history of warring clans, horrifying battles and Celtic happenings, ScotlandOpens in a new window makes a great destination for UK Halloween breaks. The forbidding rugged landscapes of the Scottish HighlandsOpens in a new window are the perfect place to absorb autumn colours and the harrowing atmosphere of a landscape scarred by battles lost and won.

Explore England’s hidden heritage

There's a lot more to EnglandOpens in a new window than red buses, cups of tea and the Royal Family. This country has a fascinating and eerie history dating back hundreds – no, thousands – of years. Head to StonehengeOpens in a new window – a fascinating stone circle set against the backdrop of haunting Salisbury Plain – for a glimpse at the country's hidden prehistoric history on a Halloween short break with a difference.

Explore the atmospheric coast of Cornwall

Cornwall, the Celtic corner of England's south-west, is famous for its rugged and atmospheric coastline and fascinating history. Head to the island of St Michael's MountOpens in a new window near Marazion for a Halloween half-term break steeped in centuries of religious and military history.

Follow in a Giant’s footsteps in Northern Ireland

The dramatic coastline and rolling hills of Northern IrelandOpens in a new window have been the inspiration for dramatic films and TV series like Game of Thrones and are ideal for atmospheric Halloween breaks in 2025. Explore the rugged Causeway Coast and the fascinating volcanic landscape of the Giant's CausewayOpens in a new window. The only UNESCO World Heritage Site on the island of Ireland, its stunning rock formations are said to have been created by the legendary giant Finn MacCool.

Head to Ireland, the spiritual home of Halloween

Visit IrelandOpens in a new window on a Halloween weekend break to discover the festival’s ancestral home. Home to the Celtic festival of Samhain that gave rise to modern-day Halloween as we know it, from medieval GalwayOpens in a new window in the west to storied DublinOpens in a new window in the east, the country is home to eerie surprises behind every corner.

Where can I travel for Halloween?

If you're planning a Halloween short break, look no further than your own doorstep: the stunning countryside of Britain and IrelandOpens in a new window bursts into autumnal colour as the seasons change. With a fascinating and gruesome history that dates back millennia – from Scottish battles to Welsh kings, English stone circles (such as StonehengeOpens in a new window) to Irish giants – these islands are the perfect place to celebrate the spirit of the season.

What is the most affordable place to travel on Halloween trips?

The UK and Ireland are brimming with atmospheric and fascinating history for your Halloween short breaks – so you'll find something to intrigue you even in more affordable areas off the beaten path such as Dumfries and GallowayOpens in a new window in Scotland or NorfolkOpens in a new window in England. Browse Expedia for some of the best deals on Halloween breaks in 2025.

Where is the best place to spend Halloween in Europe?

If you'd rather head abroad for your Halloween family breaks, you don't have to look far: IrelandOpens in a new window is considered Halloween's spiritual home. The Celtic festival of Samhain – Halloween's origin story – was first celebrated here, and there are plenty of fascinating creepy corners to explore to this day. Head to the town of TrimOpens in a new window for the annual Púca Festival, an authentic celebration like no other.

What is the Halloween capital of the UK?

If you're planning for a Halloween break in 2025, look no further than Northern IrelandOpens in a new window. From the eerie archway of the Dark HedgesOpens in a new window, captured in Game of Thrones, to the death-defying rope bridge Carrick-a-RedeOpens in a new window, Northern Ireland is home to plenty of hidden-gem destinations with a Halloween vibe. Book Halloween holiday packages with Expedia including hotels and car hire and set off from the atmospheric walled city of Derry/LondonderryOpens in a new window – home to its own world-famous Halloween festival – to explore the rugged Causeway Coast and beyond.

What should couples do for Halloween?

Couples can stir a little love potion into their bubbling cauldron this season, as booking a romantic UK Halloween hotel break in 2025 is no toil and trouble at all with Expedia: head to a historic city like EdinburghOpens in a new window for a stunning spooky getaway that's steeped in romance and atmosphere. Meet Greyfriars BobbyOpens in a new window by his owner's grave and discover the Edinburgh Dungeons for a look at the city's eerier echelons, then soak up the stunning city skyline from the magnificent vantage point of Edinburgh CastleOpens in a new window.

What are some Halloween holiday packages that I can book?

Whether it's a Halloween family break to explore the wild Lake DistrictOpens in a new window or a Halloween trip to BrightonOpens in a new window, Expedia has a wide selection of package dealsOpens in a new window available for your Halloween half-term breaks and more. Combine the cost of travel, accommodation and activities for spine-chilling savings and a no-stress Halloween holiday experience.

How can I find the best deals for Halloween?

Expedia has a vast array of affordable Halloween breaks in 2025 for travellers on a budget; refine your travel options and sort search results by price to find the holiday to suit your wishes and your wallet.

Why should I book my Halloween breaks through Expedia?

Book travel, accommodation and activities for your Halloween breaks in 2025 in just a few clicks with Expedia – browse package deals to take the stress out of holiday planning or use our search filters to tailor a break to suit you.

Is it possible to cancel Halloween holiday packages?

Many Halloween trips available to book on Expedia offer a degree of flexibility. Look out for features such as 'Free cancellation' on the website to make sure you're covered if your plans change. Our partners' booking conditions vary so check your booking for more details.