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Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh

#6 among attractions in Edinburgh

Museum, Art museum, Top attraction, Art gallery
Scottish National Gallery

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1859 (166 years ago)Visitors per year: 1.58 mil.Coordinates: 55°57'3"N, 3°11'44"W
Address

The MoundOld Town (Waverley Station)Edinburgh EH2 2EL United Kingdom

Contact
+44 131 624 6200

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Princes Street, Scott Monument, Princes Street Gardens, Gladstone's Land.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Scottish National Gallery open?

Scottish National Gallery is open:
  • Monday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 7 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?

Nearby attractions include The Mound, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Royal Scottish Academy Building, Edinburgh (2 min walk), New College, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Museum on the Mound, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Scottish National Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Scottish National Gallery:

Bus
  • The Mound • Lines: 23, 27, 41, 42 (2 min walk)
  • Princes Street • Lines: 1, 12, 124, 22, 26, 29, 3, 31, 4, 44, X5 (3 min walk)

Tram
  • Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (3 min walk)
  • St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (8 min walk)

Train
  • Edinburgh Waverley (6 min walk)
  • Haymarket (26 min walk)

Where to next? Visit scotland Scotland region page or discover the top tourist attractions in United Kingdom.