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Scottish Poetry Library, Edinburgh

#283 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Scottish Poetry Library

Facts and practical information

Coordinates: 55°57'6"N, 3°10'41"W
Address

5 Crichton's CloseOld Town (Canongate)Edinburgh EH8 8DT United Kingdom

Contact
+44 131 557 2876
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Day trips

Scottish Poetry Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Calton Hill, Collective, Queen's Gallery.

  • palace of holyroodhouse edinburgh~1270 ftE
  • calton hill edinburgh~1680 ftNW
  • collective edinburgh~1590 ftNW
  • queens gallery edinburgh~910 ftE
  • the scottish parliament edinburgh~730 ftE
  • john knox house edinburgh~1500 ftW
  • national monument of scotland edinburgh~1350 ftNW
  • holyrood abbey edinburgh~1400 ftE
  • dynamic earth edinburgh~850 ftSE
  • nelson monument edinburgh~1360 ftNW
  • city observatory edinburgh~1650 ftNW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Scottish Poetry Library open?

Scottish Poetry Library is open:
  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Scottish Poetry Library?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Canongate Kirkyard, Edinburgh (2 min walk), The People's Story Museum, Edinburgh (2 min walk).

How to get to Scottish Poetry Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Scottish Poetry Library:

Bus
  • Regent Terrace • Lines: 124, X5 (4 min walk)
  • St Andrews House • Lines: 124, X5 (7 min walk)

Train
  • Edinburgh Waverley (13 min walk)

Tram
  • St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (16 min walk)
  • Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (20 min walk)

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