Edinburgh: Museum
Places and attractions in the Museum category
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Edinburgh Castle
Spectacular old fortress with city views Edinburgh Castle stands as a historic fortress, majestically perched on Castle Rock in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. Known for its robust and strategic position, it overlooks the city from its cliff-top location, offering breathtaking views and serving as a...
Palace of Holyroodhouse
16th-century royal palace and abbey The Palace of Holyroodhouse, often referred to simply as Holyrood Palace, is a distinguished residence of the British monarchy and an emblem of Scottish history nestled at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. This majestic estate serves as the official residence of the...
Scottish National Gallery
Old Masters and Scottish masterpieces Nestled in the heart of Scotland's capital, the Scottish National Gallery stands as a proud custodian of the nation's art treasures. Located on The Mound in Edinburgh, this neoclassical building houses an impressive collection of fine art, making it a must-visit...
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Victorian gallery of notable Scots Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, housing the country's most significant collection of portraits. This stunning red sandstone neo-gothic palace, designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson, opened its...
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland
The Museum of the Royal Scots (The Royal Regiment) and the Royal Regiment of Scotland stands as a proud repository of military heritage in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Located within the venerable walls of Edinburgh Castle, this museum is dedicated to the...
Collective
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.
National War Museum
Military exhibitions at Edinburgh Castle Nestled within the historic confines of Edinburgh Castle, the National War Museum stands as a poignant testament to Scotland's military history. This venerable institution, located in the heart of Scotland's capital, is dedicated to sharing the stories and preserving...
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum
Nestled within the historic walls of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum stands as a testament to over 300 years of military heritage. This distinguished museum is dedicated to Scotland's only cavalry regiment, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, which...
Queen's Gallery
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...
Gladstone's Land
Stepping into Gladstone's Land is like traveling back in time through the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. This historic tenement, managed by the National Trust for Scotland, offers a vivid glimpse into 17th-century city life.
HMY Britannia
Royal family's former personal vessel HMY Britannia, a former royal yacht of the British monarch, is now a cherished attraction docked in the historic city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Launched on April 16, 1953, and commissioned into service for Queen Elizabeth II in January 1954, this majestic vessel...
National Museum of Scotland
Natural history and industrial exhibits Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic landscape, the National Museum of Scotland stands as a beacon of culture and knowledge. This impressive institution is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of Scotland's past, its contributions to the...
John Knox House
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...
Dynamic Earth
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...
Museum on the Mound
Nestled in the heart of Scotland's historic capital, the Museum on the Mound stands as a testament to Edinburgh's rich cultural tapestry. Located within the iconic headquarters of the Bank of Scotland, this unique museum takes visitors on an enlightening journey...
Camera Obscura
Perched high on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is a unique attraction that offers visitors an enchanting experience blending history, science, and amusement. Established in the 19th century, this fascinating venue houses a delightful...
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is part of the National Galleries of Scotland, which are based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
City Art Centre
The City Art Centre is part of the Museums & Galleries Edinburgh, which sits under the Culture directorate of the City of Edinburgh Council.
Surgeons' Hall Museums
Surgeons' Hall in Edinburgh, Scotland, is the headquarters of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. It houses the Surgeons' Hall Museum, and the library and archive of the RCSED. The present Surgeons' Hall was designed by William Henry Playfair and completed in 1832, and is a category A listed building.
Georgian House
The Georgian House is an 18th-century townhouse situated at No. 7 Charlotte Square in the heart of the historic New Town of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. It has been restored and furnished by the National Trust for Scotland, and is operated as a popular tourist attraction, with over 40,000 visitors annually.
Edinburgh Dungeon
The Edinburgh Dungeon is an underground tourist attraction in Edinburgh's city centre, on East Market Street, which uses live actor shows and interactive rides to show various historical events from Scottish history in a scary fun style, with audience interaction and special effects, theatrical sets and performance.
Royal Scottish Academy Building
The Royal Scottish Academy building, the home of the Royal Scottish Academy, is situated on The Mound in the centre of Edinburgh, was built by William Henry Playfair in 1822-6 and extended in 1831-6 for the Board of Manufactures and Fisheries.
Modern Two
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.
St Cecilia's Hall
St Cecilia's Hall is a small concert hall and museum in the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the United Kingdom. It is on the corner of Niddry Street and the Cowgate, about 168 metres south of the Royal Mile. The hall dates from 1763 and was the first purpose-built concert hall in Scotland. It is a Category A listed building.
Inverleith House
Inverleith House is a historic house, now within the Royal Botanic Garden, in the suburb of Inverleith, in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Museum of Childhood
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.
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is a facility in Edinburgh, Scotland providing artists with studios, exhibition space and workshops.
James Clerk Maxwell Foundation
The James Clerk Maxwell Foundation is a registered Scottish charity set up in 1977. By supporting physics and mathematics, it honors one of the greatest physicists, James Clerk Maxwell, and while attempting to increase the public awareness and trust of science. It maintains a small museum in Maxwell's birthplace.
Fruitmarket Gallery
The Fruitmarket Gallery is a contemporary art gallery in Edinburgh, Scotland. Since its opening in 1974, the gallery has become part of the Scottish contemporary art scene. After a period of closure to undergo a significant renovation, the gallery reopened in 2021 with expanded exhibition space and facilities.
Museum of Edinburgh
The Museum of Edinburgh, formerly known as Huntly House Museum, is a museum in Edinburgh, Scotland, housing a collection relating to the town's origins, history and legends.
Writers' Museum
The Writers’ Museum, housed in Lady Stair's House at the Lawnmarket, on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, presents the lives of three of the foremost Scottish writers: Robert Burns, Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.
Rhubaba Gallery and Studios
Rhubaba Gallery and Studios is an artist-run gallery and studios in Edinburgh, Scotland, co-founded by Edinburgh College of Art graduates Frances Stacey, Rachel Adams, Tom Nolan, Catherine Payton and Claire Davies.
Talbot Rice Gallery
Talbot Rice Gallery is the public art gallery of the University of Edinburgh, in Scotland. With a 19th-century former natural history museum and a contemporary white cube gallery.
The People's Story Museum
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.
Dalmeny House
Dalmeny House is a Gothic revival mansion located in an estate close to Dalmeny on the Firth of Forth, to the north-west of Edinburgh, Scotland. It was designed by William Wilkins, and completed in 1817. Dalmeny House is the home of the Earl and Countess of Rosebery.
Trinity House
Trinity House, 99 Kirkgate, is a building in Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, which was a guild hall, customs house, and centre for maritime administration and poor relief.
Royal Botanic Garden
Lavish gardens with glasshouses and tours The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular tourist attraction.
Cramond Roman Fort
Cramond Roman Fort is a Roman-Era archaeological site at Cramond, Edinburgh, Scotland. The settlement may be the "Rumabo" listed in the 7th-century Ravenna Cosmography.
The Wee Red Bar
Edinburgh College of Art is one of eleven schools in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Edinburgh.
Jupiter Artland
Jupiter Artland is a contemporary sculpture park and art gallery outside the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. Jupiter Artland Foundation is a registered charity that is supported by classes, workshops, events, ticket sales, and donations.
Russell Collection
The Russell Collection is a substantial collection of early keyboard instruments assembled by the British harpsichordist and organologist Raymond Russell.
Barnton Quarry
Barnton Quarry is a disused stone quarry in Corstorphine Hill, Clermiston, Edinburgh, Scotland. The site was later used as a military command centre, and is now being converted into a museum.
Dovecot Studios
Dovecot Studios is a tapestry studio and arts venue in Edinburgh, Scotland. Dovecot Studios was established by the 4th Marquess of Bute in 1912, recruiting weavers from William Morris' workshops at Merton Abbey in London.