{"id":1408,"date":"2025-07-01T18:02:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T18:02:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/visiter-national-museum-of-scotland-edimbourg\/"},"modified":"2025-07-07T12:26:20","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T12:26:20","slug":"visit-national-museum-of-scotland-edinburgh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/en\/visit-national-museum-of-scotland-edinburgh\/","title":{"rendered":"National Museum of Scotland (Edinburgh): visit + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting Edinburgh? Don&#8217;t miss the <strong>National Museum of Scotland<\/strong>! This emblematic institution of the Scottish capital houses one of the <strong>UK&#8217;s richest collections<\/strong>. We enjoyed the diversity of its <strong>36 galleries<\/strong> spread over 7 floors. The visit is a captivating journey through science, art and history.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, you&#8217;ll find some <strong>useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/visiter-musee-National-Museum-Scotland-Edimbourg-4.jpg\" alt=\"visit National Museum of Scotland\" class=\"wp-image-1396\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit the National Museum of Scotland<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the National Museum of Scotland worth it? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, the National Museum of Scotland is definitely worth a visit. We were impressed by the <strong>richness of its collections<\/strong>, which cover everything from <strong>natural science and technology to world cultures and Scottish history<\/strong>. The building&#8217;s remarkable architecture blends Victorian style with contemporary extensions. The National Museum of Scotland is, in our opinion, one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-edinburgh-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best things to do in Edinburgh<\/a>!   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-qVKNQsV\/0\/NGZw7cT7VdBgGgL44pcbbVB6STTf8QvW5435x73kw\/L\/national-museum-scotland-front-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Outstanding collections\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is the National Museum of Scotland famous?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The museum is internationally renowned for a number of reasons:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Here you&#8217;ll find <strong>Dolly the sheep<\/strong>, the world&#8217;s first cloned mammal and now a global scientific icon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The collections relating to<strong>Scottish history<\/strong> are among the most comprehensive, with unique artifacts such as the reconstructed tomb of <strong>Mary Stuart<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The museum is also distinguished by its <strong>hybrid architecture<\/strong>. The Victorian building from 1866 and the modern extensions from 1998 create a stunning architectural ensemble on Chambers Street. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-zNgVzt6\/0\/LBj7XDJ3TqR8f22s3Z3VDGW6dJmPVkFXp8h3xPvv5\/L\/tower-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - architecture\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our favorite moments<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to our keen interest in the collections, which we&#8217;ll share with you later in this article, we loved it:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Grande Galerie<\/strong> and its magnificent glass roof, the architectural heart of the museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Millennium Clock<\/strong> and its regular mechanical animations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>panoramic view from the<\/strong> 7th floor <strong>terrace<\/strong>, an unforgettable view of Edinburgh and its castle (even in the rain!).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The small space on the 3rd floor dedicated to <strong>ceramics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-F65gJRk\/0\/L62LJg5LnLD5N3Wcw5qTnnTK646qpgX6kTXTCfHKW\/L\/ceramics-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - ceramics\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Edinburgh<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our favorites: neighborhoods and hotels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Our selection is coming soon <strong>Hotel 1<\/strong> &#8211; See prices, photos and availability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Our selection is coming soon <strong>Hotel 1<\/strong> &#8211; See prices, photos and availability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Our selection is coming soon <strong>Hotel 1<\/strong> &#8211; See prices, photos and availability<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full img-portrait\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-114\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark.png 512w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-75x75.png 75w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-270x270.png 270w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-192x192.png 192w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-180x180.png 180w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cropped-Scotland-Lovers-Logomark-32x32.png 32w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">See our complete selection of the best hotels in Edinburgh (coming soon)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-2595386&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2420177&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See all available accommodation &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">History in brief<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The history of the National Museum of Scotland is built around several milestones:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1866:<\/strong> Opening of the Victorian building on Chambers Street, designed by <strong>David Bryce<\/strong> in the Scottish Renaissance Revival style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1904:<\/strong> Museum <strong>extension<\/strong> to accommodate growing collections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1998:<\/strong> <strong>Merger<\/strong> with the Royal Museum to create the National Museum of Scotland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2011:<\/strong> Major \u00a347 million <strong>renovation<\/strong>, and creation of 16 new galleries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2016:<\/strong> Opening of new galleries dedicated to <strong>science and technology<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-K3mCNTx\/0\/KNrGJscRFMgSC8bQ4XcCRwwhBpGzSPStkJLjndJdN\/L\/james-watt-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - History of the building\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access: National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the National Museum of Scotland?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Museum of Scotland is located in Chambers Street, Edinburgh (EH1 1JF).<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Edinburgh city center, in the<strong>Old Town<\/strong> district<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5min walk from the <strong>Royal Mile<\/strong> and Edinburgh Castle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close to the University of Edinburgh and <strong>Grassmarket<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-5jWBck8\/0\/NDJpgfwGGjrRwfMSgJ2MDBcnhfXj7d2mnMZnXv4wQ\/L\/entrance-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Location\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"> RENT YOUR CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Scotland<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/united-kingdom\/?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=scotland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car <\/strong>that&#8217;s not too wide, as some roads have only one lane.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Book early<\/strong> for choice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Driving\/i-RjHpfpW\/1\/LrVXgW4rJn5z9WLFB2hVR6tcSWHDTLKbKDzCN9Ttp\/S\/Scotland_IMG_7522-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Scotland\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/united-kingdom\/?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=scotland\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>See our tips<\/strong> (coming soon)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The museum is within easy reach of central Edinburgh.  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From <strong>Waverley station<\/strong>, it&#8217;s a 10-minute walk up to the Royal Mile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular <strong>bus<\/strong> routes stop nearby.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re planning to visit the museum as part of a city tour, you can opt for a <strong>multi-stop bus<\/strong> that will leave you in front of the museum. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/edimbourg-l44\/visite-a-arrets-multiples-multiples-d-edimbourg-24-heures-t3205\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=scotland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/Ville\/i-d9MhSRB\/0\/KHGhHLtZjPgN3vtZnfBf8M44SpwHtG84B7dWJFFS7\/L\/bus-hop-on-hop-off-edinburgh-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Transport access\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parking in Edinburgh&#8217;s historic center is limited, and there are a few on-street pay spaces, but they are rare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace parking<\/strong> lot is an 8-minute walk away, while the <strong>Blackfriars St<\/strong> car park is only 6 minutes away.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a leisurely visit, take public transport or walk from your accommodation if you&#8217;re staying in the city center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/Ville\/i-8tK29Sf\/0\/MJCJJvVwGsVptjpmS4MQQQd5JtbbVw5mrQsmstdFZ\/L\/blackfriars-parking-edinburgh-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Parking\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blackfriars St Parking<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">discover <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">edinburgh<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">What to do in Edinburgh (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Best hotels (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Best restaurants (coming soon)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/Calton-Hill\/i-hb6hjX4\/0\/LWcB8wBNXmsQj4D6RnWfrnHVBtx2gKdw92M9Qd9k8\/S\/Scotland_IMG_8267-S.jpg\" alt=\"Edinburgh at sunset\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips: duration, schedules, eating&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best time to visit<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We found that the National Museum of Scotland is a <strong>very busy<\/strong> museum. It&#8217;s always a bit crowded, especially on rainy days, which are relatively common in Edinburgh. Sunny weekday afternoons can be quite peaceful.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-Kmg36d9\/0\/LZ6hL4Tx2P3WVdxNkBcShSNBQqkc4r35rVxD4ZbqD\/L\/hall-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Best moment\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Length of visit and main difficulties<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allow <strong>at least 3 hours <\/strong>for a complete visit, 4 hours if you wish to see everything in detail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The museum <strong>covers 7 floors with 36 galleries<\/strong>: plan your visit according to your interests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access is fully adapted for people with reduced mobility thanks to the elevators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free changing rooms are available at the entrance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-JNrtzjD\/0\/Nchv5Tj3rJThVGN43SXP2ZgkdrHmGmcrzkLCcXnMC\/L\/clock-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Visiting time\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advice on how to visit<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We began our visit in the main gallery. This allows you to get an immediate feel for the building&#8217;s architecture. We then gradually climbed to the upper floors. After a break at the Balcony Caf\u00e9, we returned to the tower to finish the tour on the 7th floor terrace, with its panoramic view of the city.<br\/>Pick up a <strong>free map <\/strong>at reception to help you find your way around this vast complex.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-LNvcsrB\/0\/L7fxCcr2PWtB88rpnLQmq8PfmKpwkRrQStW4PL4fb\/L\/model-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Map\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">PLAN YOUR DREAM TRIP AROUND <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">scotland<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">All the information you need for your trip:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" id=\"liste_discover\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>15 maps for easy planning  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 170 pre-selected locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical advice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 170 photos to help you choose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size bouton_10 is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-f5f78b3b wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"font-size:13px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" style=\"border-radius:4px\">Coming soon &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"834\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Cover-eBook-Road-Trip-Ecosse.jpg\" alt=\"Cover-eBook-Road-Trip-Scotland\" class=\"wp-image-295\" style=\"width:203px;height:157px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Cover-eBook-Road-Trip-Ecosse.jpg 834w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Cover-eBook-Road-Trip-Ecosse-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Cover-eBook-Road-Trip-Ecosse-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scotland-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Cover-eBook-Road-Trip-Ecosse-702x526.jpg 702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 834px) 100vw, 834px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum is perfectly suited to families.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Children love the animal gallery, with its life-size T-Rex and numerous interactive features, but there are also discovery trails, and we spotted an adventure area entirely dedicated to them on the 5th floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nms.ac.uk\/national-museum-of-scotland\/families\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-Hr9wpLH\/0\/K4jL2xdGW5PZZXRHBSQX4MBW6Jm7jDWV92bT97Bhx\/L\/aventure-land-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Family visits\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedules and rates<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Closed on December 25 and January 1 only.   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admission to all permanent collections is completely free, making it one of Edinburgh&#8217;s most accessible attractions.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only certain temporary exhibitions may be subject to a charge.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the official website for more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nms.ac.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-3RmCbKm\/0\/LhQJBb8dGCDQMsvZpjnjZwc98RptxnV8MNTxpstxm\/L\/services-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Opening hours and prices\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guided tours<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Free guided tours<\/strong> are offered daily.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Audioguides<\/strong> are also available in 5 languages (English, German, Spanish, French and Chinese) via the Smartify app. During our visit, they offered 3 different themes: the must-sees, LGBTQIA+ stories and a mindfulness trail to explore the museum in complete serenity. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-bv2wd68\/0\/MWCVWG92GT6PSBV685P9n9dFDSwVfwHFh89w4wLmm\/L\/visit-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Guided tours\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catering<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We spotted 2 restoration points within the museum grounds:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Museum Kitchen<\/strong> on the first floor offers modern Scottish cuisine in elegant surroundings.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a quick break, the <strong>Balcony Caf\u00e9<\/strong> on the 3rd floor offers sandwiches, pastries and hot drinks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-Z5MZFGx\/0\/MgVsQ7fGGhNcXCXSNXx3v8NsdLxcpc5VhJXvpvCWB\/L\/balcony-cafe-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Restoration\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Balcony Caf\u00e9<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore the natural and scientific worlds of the main building<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Grande Galerie and the Millennium Clock, between light and mechanics<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As soon as we entered the <strong>Grande Galerie<\/strong>, we were captivated by the magnificence of its Victorian glass roof, which bathes the space in exceptional natural light. This architecture of iron and glass, typical of the 19th century, creates a grandiose atmosphere in which visitors move harmoniously between the different galleries. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-Kbw3smL\/0\/KFr9HQ6zLzjJfx74zdQZhnMN2TzggG9VXktBc6MCQ\/L\/national-museum-scotland-inside-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - The Great Gallery\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the edge of the gallery and at the foot of the escalators, don&#8217;t miss the <strong>Millennium Clock<\/strong>. We loved its mechanical animations, which are triggered regularly. Take your time to observe the details of this contemporary work of art, a veritable technical feat that blends traditional watchmaking with modern innovation.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-QmC8mkR\/0\/NKpNc7WH6zBtMWCnJDKNN9Kw7NN22smxvhptQFJ2V\/L\/millenium-clock-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Millennium Clock\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dolly the cloned sheep at the heart of technological innovation<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the section dedicated to cutting-edge technologies, we searched for and found <strong>the famous Dolly<\/strong>! This pretty sheep has become a worldwide symbol of the scientific advances of the 20th century. Displayed in a showcase on a specially-designed circular base, she is enthroned at the heart of technological innovation. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-sMBWG4R\/0\/K2CSKCGKgTRj6kmFdwrH8DvQW5Tr7RBn3dCCBWfS7\/L\/dolly-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Dolly the cloned sheep at the heart of technological innovation\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A life-size T-Rex in the Animal World Gallery<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The &#8220;Natural World&#8221; gallery impressed us with its imposing <strong>tyrannosaurus rex<\/strong> skeleton, which majestically dominates the space. The dimensions of this prehistoric predator, perfectly reconstructed using modern paleontological techniques, are spectacular. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-ZN3g6bh\/0\/Kf9dgV7nbfzDXbgnSHpXGH6NpTNCq5pZ5QrF8svn2\/L\/t-rex-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - A life-size T-Rex\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around this giant of ancient times, you can admire a remarkable collection of <strong>naturalized specimens<\/strong> that trace the evolution of life on Earth. Well-designed interactive displays allow you to explore past and present biodiversity in detail, from the tiniest insects to the largest mammals. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-jNStRd4\/0\/MVVdWmQk8Dz9wqKDxmz7BhKwgdWm7tb6hVJQSS6XG\/L\/animal-world-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - The Animal World Gallery\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore cultures, arts and everyday objects<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suspended pirogues in the maritime routes gallery<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the &#8220;Facing the Sea&#8221; room, we loved the <strong>traditional boats<\/strong> from Oceania that floated above the void. They bear witness to the extraordinary nautical skills of the Pacific peoples. Note the finesse of their construction, based on ancestral techniques handed down from generation to generation.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-3vt7djG\/0\/Mb5GkCjGgrV3wTgMKzrbLt8dwnT4Dj2SMRwkCt5km\/L\/pirogue-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Hanging pirogues\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around these masterpieces, you&#8217;ll discover a fascinating array of objects linked to <strong>global navigation<\/strong>. The exhibition reveals how the oceans have always been routes of cultural exchange rather than barriers, linking civilizations through millennia of maritime routes that you can retrace thanks to the interactive features on display. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-rxwR6S3\/0\/NPF5m8dPSht57mkDk7JDjQM5v3Mn7rJXDdQDzBNTX\/L\/board-seas-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - The Maritime Routes Gallery\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Egyptian mummies and Buddhist statues in sacred collections<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Galleries devoted to ancient Egypt and Asia transported us into the mysterious world of millennia-old spiritual beliefs. We were particularly struck by the presence of <strong>authentic mummies<\/strong>, preserved with consummate skill by ancient embalmers. The funerary objects that accompany them tell a vivid story of Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-hhW4qXz\/0\/MPdfLL76GvwNG8D928tNpNJmxHnKzWQrpPSBFLZVb\/L\/momies-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Egyptian mummies in the sacred collections\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the Asian section, you&#8217;ll be struck by the serenity emanating from the <strong>Buddhist sculptures<\/strong>, from Burmese Buddhas to Chinese bodhisattvas. Each expresses a particular philosophy of spiritual awakening. We found it fascinating to compare these different approaches to the sacred, from the elaborate rituals of Pharaonic Egypt to the contemplative meditation of Buddhism. They are universal testimonies to the human quest for transcendence.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-65H9LXv\/0\/NDmRvWNHbgFVgVgDV2HsthMdNz369zb2Bk9RwHHxd\/L\/buddah-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Buddhist statues  \"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An 18th-century Mantua dress in the fashion gallery<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the &#8220;Fashion and Style&#8221; exhibition, we loved this 18th-century Mantua court dress. It epitomizes the splendor and constraints of the European aristocracy of the Ancien R\u00e9gime. This spectacular piece, with its precious fabrics and extraordinarily fine embroidery, revealed the complex dress codes that governed society at the time.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-sxt6WZQ\/0\/L72NFhC62gHp5xhqBRGRdGK6VzmFmnx44NSGhrXgs\/L\/mantoue-dress-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - An 18th-century Mantua dress in the fashion gallery\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This gallery brilliantly traces the evolution of fashion as a mirror of social transformations, from restrictive crinolines to the contemporary sartorial revolutions you&#8217;ll discover along the chronological trail.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-FV6ftBt\/0\/Ndjc5KPvRmXBSStHCJXmNvbMhGjW8rB2j5c3MRqM7\/L\/contemporary-dress-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - the fashion gallery\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sounds, instruments and moods in the temporary music exhibition<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The musical exhibition in progress at the time of our visit offered us a real sensory voyage, thanks in particular to its immersive approach. We enjoyed the diversity of the traditional<strong> instruments<\/strong> on display, and had fun testing them out to discover and compare their sounds. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-VH5MhHM\/0\/M7vSrgW9V7LqzDLR6zmDLQQLqpkvjqHwmbrp67Mkk\/L\/pipes-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Sounds and instruments in the temporary music exhibition\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A number of interactive devices allowed visitors to explore the manufacturing secrets and playing techniques specific to each musical tradition. The exhibition showed how music is a universal language that crosses borders and unites peoples. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-KK57qsZ\/0\/KNpVrhw4wQ4r3J66TP3s9RG6mTQsxWRCCFqMcLBJL\/L\/musical-journey-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - history in the temporary music exhibition\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tracing Scottish history on the Tower&#8217;s floors<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Celtic stones to Mary Stuart&#8217;s tomb<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first levels of the Tower plunged us into Scotland&#8217;s most ancient roots, from the mysterious <strong>stelae carved by<\/strong> the Picts to the sumptuous artefacts of the Scottish Renaissance. We particularly liked a bas-relief called <em>The Deer Hunt<\/em>, depicting a stag hunt. This carved stone bears witness to the narrative art of the Picts.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-6JggjtB\/0\/Krj23JKjnNzrCWHh3tVz6QcnmhXVLRgx6TF8JQgCd\/L\/pictish-stone-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Celtic stones  \"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The highlight of this historical tour is the symbolic reconstruction of the tomb of <strong>Mary Stuart<\/strong>, a tragic and emblematic figure in Scottish history. Her personal objects, from her jewels to the political documents that sealed her fate, moved us. This section traces the tumultuous history of medieval Scotland, from Viking invasions to the Wars of Independence.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-Lm9g8bQ\/0\/LK9N7MjxW7GTRfcqHqZpKt3DdGqC52N7stqKTV3VL\/L\/mary-stuart-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Mary Stuart's tomb\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Industrial machinery and everyday life in the Victorian era<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Tower&#8217;s intermediate levels took us back to industrial Scotland in the 19th century, a period of revolutionary transformation that forged the country&#8217;s modern identity. We saw monumental <strong>textile machines<\/strong> that showcase Scottish technical ingenuity and the meteoric rise of the Lowlands textile industry. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-PRwPjWd\/0\/L5mnqFnHCnf4cgcdRsNFb9n8fTkHBzZPNZ6597Bk7\/L\/loom-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - Industrial machinery\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll discover how the Industrial Revolution radically transformed everyday life in Scotland. <strong>Everyday objects<\/strong> produced on a large scale (crockery, furniture, clothing) illustrate the emergence of a consumer society and the gradual improvement in living conditions. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Scotland\/Edinburgh\/National-Museum-of-Scotland\/i-BL9rPcg\/0\/NfVjcRrCFbw433vVrgwSDZjw6wSMS9T6zLKmdG8N5\/L\/tableware-national-museum-scotland-L.jpg\" alt=\"National Museum of Scotland - objects\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Panoramic view of Edinburgh from the museum terrace<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The climb to the 7th floor finds its ultimate reward on the <strong>panoramic terrace<\/strong>, which offers an unobstructed view of Edinburgh. We stayed for a while, despite the rain, contemplating the panorama and trying to identify the main monuments of Scotland&#8217;s capital. 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