The People's Story Museum, Edinburgh

Name: The People's Story Museum
Address: Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 529 4057

#165 among attractions in Edinburgh

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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The People's Story Museum is a museum housed in the historic Canongate Tolbooth, which houses collections telling the story of the working-class people of Edinburgh from the late 18th century to the present day. This is done through use of oral history, reminiscence and written sources. ()

Established: 1989 (35 years ago)Coordinates: 55°57'5"N, 3°10'48"W

Address

Royal MileOld Town (Canongate)Edinburgh EH8 8BN United Kingdom

Contact

+44 131 529 4057

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The People's Story Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Collective, Queen's Gallery, The Scottish Parliament, John Knox House.

~1430 ftNW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Collective, Edinburgh
7 min walk • Collective is a contemporary art institution located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Nestled atop Calton Hill, this museum is not only a destination for art enthusiasts but also offers panoramic views of the city.
~1310 ftE
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Art museum
Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Scotland's capital, the Queen's Gallery in Edinburgh is a treasure trove of art within the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse complex. This elegant space, established in 2002 to mark the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, showcases an array of...
~1140 ftE
Striking modern government building
The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The Scottish Parliament, nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic landscape, is an emblem of Scottish democracy and architectural innovation. Opened in 2004, this distinctive building is situated at the foot of the Royal Mile, adjacent to the royal residence of...
~1100 ftW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Knox House, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, the John Knox House is a remarkable museum that offers a glimpse into the turbulent times of the 16th century Scotland. This beautifully preserved medieval building is reputed to have been the home of the...
~1230 ftN
Memorial, Monuments and statues
National Monument of Scotland, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The National Monument of Scotland stands proudly atop Calton Hill in Edinburgh, a poignant tribute to the Scottish soldiers and sailors who gave their lives during the Napoleonic Wars. This striking memorial, designed to echo the Parthenon in Athens, symbolizes...
~1180 ftE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Dynamic Earth is a cutting-edge museum located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, offering a unique journey through the history of our planet. Opened in 1999, this distinctive attraction is housed in a tent-like structure at the foot of the iconic Arthur's Seat...
~1190 ftNW
Tower, Memorial, Monuments and statues
Nelson Monument, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The Nelson Monument is a prominent historical landmark that towers over the city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Erected in honor of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's most revered naval figures, the monument commemorates his victory and death at the Battle of...
~1470 ftNW
Observatories and planetariums
City Observatory, Edinburgh
8 min walk • The City Observatory was an astronomical observatory on Calton Hill in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is also known as the Calton Hill Observatory.
~130 ftNE
Church, Shopping
Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh
1 min walk • The Kirk of the Canongate, or Canongate Kirk, serves the Parish of Canongate in Edinburgh's Old Town, in Scotland. It is a congregation of the Church of Scotland. The parish includes the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament.
~1220 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The Museum of Childhood is a museum which houses a collection of children's toys and playthings, situated on the Royal Mile, in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was the first museum in the world to specialise in the history of childhood.
~1030 ftNE
Memorial
New Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh
5 min walk • New Calton Burial Ground is a burial ground in Edinburgh. It was built as an overspill and functional replacement to Old Calton Burial Ground and lies half a mile to its east on Regent Road in Edinburgh, Scotland, on the south-east slopes of Calton Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The People's Story Museum open?

The People's Story Museum 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 The People's Story Museum?

Nearby attractions include Canongate Tolbooth, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Canongate Kirkyard, Edinburgh (2 min walk).

How to get to The People's Story Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to The People's Story Museum:

Bus

Regent Terrace • Lines: 124, X5 (4 min walk)
St Andrews House • Lines: 124, X5 (6 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (11 min walk)

Tram

St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (14 min walk)
Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (18 min walk)