Sensory processing difficulties are highly prevalent in autism and affect quality of life. Identifying the lived visual experiences of autistic individuals across the lifespan is important for informing interventions, adaptations, and mechanistic understanding of differences in visual perception. However limited research exists exploring the visual experiences of autistic adults. To address this knowledge gap, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 autistic adults, and data were analysed using framework analysis. Six main themes emerged: hypersensitivity, detail focus, face processing, social and emotional impact, everyday impact of visual experiences, and preferred visual environment and adaptations. This study provides further insight into the visual sensory experiences of autistic adults and the marked impact of these experiences on physical, social, and emotional well-being. The importance of consulting autistic individuals in the design of work and community spaces is highlighted in addition to improved awareness of sensory issues and greater understanding from the wider community.