# National Galleries Scotland: Modern, Edinburgh — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Scotland's premier modern art collection welcomes families with fully accessible galleries, wheelchair hire for just £1, and baby-changing facilities throughout. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/edinburgh/attractions/national-galleries-scotland-modern (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Art Gallery # National Galleries Scotland: Modern National Galleries Scotland: Modern [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3618923367312360438&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [National Galleries Scotland: Modern Two](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105671739032631320679) **In short:** National Galleries Scotland: Modern is an art gallery in Edinburgh, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 754 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About National Galleries Scotland: Modern Scotland's premier modern art collection welcomes families with fully accessible galleries, wheelchair hire for just £1, and baby-changing facilities throughout. ## What's nearby - Britannia Hotel Edinburgh 150m away - St. Andrew's Catholic Church 200m away - Belford Hostel 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Changing Rooms Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted Wheelchair Hire ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Duncan Bennett](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115437301329789436071/reviews) ★★★★★ I've visited Modern on a number of occasions - usually to peruse a gallery show. On this occasion I went along with an artist friend to see the Joan Eardley exhibition. We were not disappointed; truly beautiful (if often cold landscapes). But they were so well rendered that you could actually feel the cold sweeps she set to canvas. The only disappointments on this visit were that the upper galleries were closed, and that it cost £4.75 for a fruit scone. But this is ably compensated by the fact that it was free to visit the gallery itself. Well done for Edinburgh council allowing art to be available to all. · via Google [Shelley C](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103761861645047489361/reviews) ★★★★★ The building that houses the Modern Two is architecturally interesting. You have to pay to enter this building. On the first Monday of every month you can choose how much you want to pay with a minimum starting amount of two pounds. There are a number of rooms that display the latest exhibits, in this case it was Resistance. This consists of photographs showing activism in the United Kingdom over the last century. It was quite interesting comparing the past to what is happening today. There are toilets, which were clean, a small gift shop and a cafe. There was also a car park. There are some sculptures outside the building which can be seen for free. Staff were welcoming and happy to chat. There is disabled access to all floors. You have to go to the rear of the building for step free access. There are disabled parking spaces in the carpark and there is a disabled toilet. · via Google [Fi Muir](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101172553710793870697/reviews) ★★★★★ Visited Joan Eardley exhibition this week -absolutely delightful! Definitely worth a visit to appreciate her talent and life as a young artist. Filled with her art and those who influenced and supported, photography and its history. It’s free! Super cafe ☕️ too. A great way to spend an hour or two at Modern Two. · via Google [jared slizofski](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118039397088619443422/reviews) ★★★★★ Very cool place, just stopped in to use the bathrooms but stayed for the exhibits. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4887c791828cbceb:0x3238ffa0f20383f6!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this art gallery offers beautifully curated and thought-provoking exhibitions, with many highlighting the "Resistance" and Joan Eardley displays. They also appreciate the excellent cafe with delicious food and coffee, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. Guests mention the free entry for some exhibitions, convenient on-site parking, and accessible facilities. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.9518276%2C-3.2241621) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (754 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 1-2 hours **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Edinburgh [More attractions in Edinburgh](https://staycation.co.uk/edinburgh/attractions) ★ 4.6 (754 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.nationalgalleries.org/visit/scottish-national-gallery-modern-art?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0131 624 6200](tel:01316246200) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Edinburgh **Postcode** EH4 3DS **Plus Code** 9C7RXQ2G+P8 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4887c791828cbceb:0x3238ffa0f20383f6!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4887c791828cbceb:0x3238ffa0f20383f6!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4887c791828cbceb:0x3238ffa0f20383f6!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Edinburgh Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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National Galleries Scotland: Modern has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is National Galleries Scotland: Modern suitable for? National Galleries Scotland: Modern suits all ages. ### Is National Galleries Scotland: Modern wheelchair accessible? National Galleries Scotland: Modern has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at National Galleries Scotland: Modern? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact National Galleries Scotland: Modern? 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