# National Galleries Scotland: National, Edinburgh — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Scotland's premier art museum welcomes families with wheelchair hire, baby facilities and pushchair-friendly galleries showcasing world-class paintings and sculptures in Edinburgh's historic heart. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/edinburgh/attractions/national-galleries-scotland-national (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Art Gallery # National Galleries Scotland: National National Galleries Scotland: National [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=884949992558829971&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Elida Boyas](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100286553296297833519) **In short:** National Galleries Scotland: National is an art gallery in Edinburgh, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 17,291 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About National Galleries Scotland: National Scotland's premier art museum welcomes families with wheelchair hire, baby facilities and pushchair-friendly galleries showcasing world-class paintings and sculptures in Edinburgh's historic heart. ## What's nearby - Princes Street Gardens 200m away - Scott Monument 200m away - Edinburgh Castle 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating 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 Accessible Toilets Onsite Parking 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 [Burak Delibaş](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113002856808012268465/reviews) ★★★★★ The National Galleries of Scotland: National is a wonderful place to visit, whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply curious. Admission is free, making it an easy stop while exploring Edinburgh. The gallery features an impressive collection spanning from the Renaissance to modern art. Seeing works by artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Diego Velázquez was definitely a highlight. The gallery is easy to explore without feeling overwhelming. The exhibition spaces are bright and well organized, making it enjoyable to spend a couple of hours there. The upper levels also offer lovely views over the city. Before leaving, I’d recommend stopping by the gallery shop, which has an excellent selection of art books, postcards, and high-quality souvenirs. · via Google [Anastasia Chistyakova](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110827226344146207132/reviews) ★★★★★ 💰 Price / Value for Money – Good Free entry is a big plus, but there isn't enough to see for a longer visit. 💡 Tip – A good option to escape the rain for a while, but don't plan too much time here. ✅ Would I Recommend? Yes, if you're nearby I spent around 30 minutes in the museum, which was enough to see everything that interested me. Single works by Rembrandt, Monet, and Van Gogh are on display. There are also some interesting Scottish art pieces. Opening hours are quite short. Overall, the collection felt rather limited. Free admission makes it worth a quick visit. 🌍 Background – Adult tourists, first time in Edinburgh. · via Google [Jagoda Czuplak](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116972163251126020089/reviews) ★★★★★ This gallery was stunning. It was clean, well sign-posted and every painting had a detailed description alongside it. Staff were available in each room to assist and answer any questions. A great amenity was the availability of luggage/backpack storage lockers on Level 1, which take a £2 coin that is returned to you after use. If you do not have this, then a token for the lockers can be bought from reception for a £2 donation to the galleries, which is very reasonable! Despite us visiting on a Saturday, the gallery felt spacious and was not overcrowded at all. The gift shop was lovely, offering a wide selection of souvenirs for art lovers. Overall, it took us around 2 hours to complete our visit. · via Google [Stefan Trujic](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116762761736887504382/reviews) ★★★★★ We visited the Scottish National Gallery during a public holiday and were pleasantly surprised that it wasn’t crowded at all. Admission is free, but a donation of around £5 is recommended, which we think is absolutely fair considering the quality of the collection. The gallery is very well organized, with a great selection of paintings and artworks. The space is comfortable to walk through, everything is clearly displayed, and it’s easy to follow the layout. Overall, definitely worth a visit if you’re in Edinburgh—even if you’re not a huge art enthusiast. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4887c648eae6c6eb:0xc47f9545e742193!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this art gallery offers an impressive collection of Scottish and international masterpieces, including works by famous artists like Van Gogh and Monet. They also highlight the free admission, making it an accessible and worthwhile experience. Guests mention the calm, elegant atmosphere and the helpful, knowledgeable staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.9509020%2C-3.1956862) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (17,291 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 1-2 hours **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Edinburgh [More attractions in Edinburgh](https://staycation.co.uk/edinburgh/attractions) ★ 4.7 (17,291 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.nationalgalleries.org/visit/scottish-national-gallery?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** EH2 2EL **Plus Code** 9C7RXR23+9P [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4887c648eae6c6eb:0xc47f9545e742193!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4887c648eae6c6eb:0xc47f9545e742193!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4887c648eae6c6eb:0xc47f9545e742193!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: National is indoors, so it works on a rainy day. ### What ages is National Galleries Scotland: National suitable for? National Galleries Scotland: National suits all ages. ### Is National Galleries Scotland: National wheelchair accessible? National Galleries Scotland: National has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at National Galleries Scotland: National? Yes: paid street parking. ### How do I contact National Galleries Scotland: National? 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