Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh

Name: Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
Address: 75 Belford Rd, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 624 6200

#52 among attractions in Edinburgh

Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture, Modern art museum, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is part of the National Galleries of Scotland, which are based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The National Gallery of Modern Art houses the collection of modern and contemporary art dating from about 1900 to the present in two buildings, Modern One and Modern Two, that face each other on Belford Road to the west of the city centre. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1960 (64 years ago)Visitors per year: 356.9 thous.Coordinates: 55°57'3"N, 3°13'40"W

Address

75 Belford RdDean VillageEdinburgh EH4 3DR United Kingdom

Contact

+44 131 624 6200

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Day trips

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Murrayfield Stadium, Tynecastle Park, Murrayfield Ice Rink, St Cuthbert's Church.

0.8 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
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Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh
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0.8 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Murrayfield Ice Rink, Edinburgh
22 min walk • Murrayfield Ice Rink is a beacon for ice sports enthusiasts nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Established in 1952, this venue has become a cornerstone of the local sporting community, providing a year-round haven for ice skating, ice hockey,...
0.9 miE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh
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0.8 miNE
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The Grange Club, Edinburgh
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Church of St John the Evangelist, Edinburgh
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Cemetery, Historical place, Monuments and statues
Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh
8 min walk • The Dean Cemetery is a historically important Victorian cemetery north of the Dean Village, west of Edinburgh city centre, in Scotland.
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Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh
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Museum, History museum, Historical place
Georgian House, Edinburgh
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Nightlife, Cinema, Bars and clubs
Filmhouse, Edinburgh
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Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Modern Two, Edinburgh
4 min walk • Modern Two, formerly the Dean Gallery, in Edinburgh, is one of the two buildings housing the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, one of Scotland's national art galleries. It is operated by the National Galleries of Scotland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art open?

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art?

Nearby attractions include Modern Two, Edinburgh (4 min walk), Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh (8 min walk), West Coates, Edinburgh (8 min walk), St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh (13 min walk).

How to get to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art by public transport?

The nearest stations to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art:

Bus

Queensferry Terrace • Lines: 41, 43 (7 min walk)
Stewart's Melville • Lines: 41, 43 (8 min walk)

Tram

Haymarket • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (13 min walk)
West End • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (17 min walk)

Train

Haymarket (14 min walk)