National Musume of Scotland

National Museum of Scotland

www.nms.ac.uk
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(22.5K) · National museum in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Explore the diversity of the natural world, world cultures, science and technology, art, design and fashion, and Scottish history, all under one roof.

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Mar 14, 2025
Me and my two children (21 and 13) visited here as we had a few hours to spare before our flight home. It’s free entry, and £3 for a cabin sized locker, which was so convenient for us to use. They …Full review by Discover225166
Mar 10, 2025
An exceptionally large museum, with so much to see and take in. I would recomment two full days of exploration. Thoroughly enjoyed exploring this place. Only thing I would suggest, is a change to t…Full review by Owenomac
Mar 8, 2025
Brilliant place to visit but allow plenty of time as you can spend hours in here! I went with friends, and after having walked most of the day doing other activities I didn’t have the energy to explo…Full review by IslamU9
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The National Museum of Scotland, situated on Chambers Street near the George IV Bridge, is the principal depository of Scottish and world…
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Next door to the Royal Museum, the stunning Museum of Scotland details the history of the Scottish people. From the beginning of time th…
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Questions & answers

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Is the museum open on good friday March 29? does anyone know
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I realise that my reply is pretty late, given it’s now Friday morning, but I would be very surprised if they were not open. Everything that we had planned for London is open, a …
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I realise that my reply is pretty late, given it’s now Friday morning, but I would be very surprised if they were not open. Everything that we had planned for London is open, a copy with slightly reduced hours
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Answer by P W · Mar 28, 2024
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Hi, can anyone tell me which floor the f1 cars are located? Thanks you
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Ground
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Is the roof terrace open ?
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I visited a month or so ago and it wasn't at that time. Maybe contact the museum directly for up to date advice?
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We missed seeing any of the Scotland story exhibits. We used the Chambers Street entrance. Should we have used a …
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We missed seeing any of the Scotland story exhibits. We used the Chambers Street entrance. Should we have used a different one as there seems to be no direct link from the main museum to any of the Scotland areas.
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Not sure I understand your question. We entered through Chambers Street. I believe that is the main entrance. There is access to the entire museum from that entrance. Seems …
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Not sure I understand your question. We entered through Chambers Street. I believe that is the main entrance. There is access to the entire museum from that entrance. Seems we went up some stairs from entrance and that took us to the main multi story room. From there all the exhibits and rooms were available.
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Answer by Chris P · Oct 10, 2019
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Is there parking as I don’t want to get the train through and then a taxi?
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There website states there is off-site parking at nearby NCP car parks. If you are coming to Edinburgh via Waverley train station, the National Museum of Scotland is a 10 minute (0.5 mile) walk.
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The Government grant remains of central importance but donations, sponsorship and income from our shops, ticket sales and commercial events are increasingly critical to enabling …
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There are good restaurants and cafe's nearby, but you're allowed to bring your own picnic
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The Mary Queen Of Scots exhibition for GBP 9 is rumoured to be something special
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The contrasting building architecture and the vast collections truly make for an informative tour
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Be willing to spend upto five hours for the best experience
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Check out where to stay in , Edinburgh and book an accommodation of your choice
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Tickets for National Museum of Scotland tours offer you a lot in comparison to what they charge
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Don't miss the gorgeous 360 views from the roof garden
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There are interactive elements and activities to suit children of all ages, including science experiments, musical instruments and unusual photo opportunities
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Please note over christmas and new year the museum is closed on 25 dec and open 12:00-17:00 on 26 dec, 1 jan and 2 jan
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Admission is included in the ticket price for Edinburgh Castle so make sure you do not miss out this little gem
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Take the elevator to the lovely rooftop terrace for spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle and the city below
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The national museum of scotland can be easily reached on foot if you're in old town
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Admission is free
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It is one of the well known sights in pune uncommonly for visitors
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Audio guides are available in several languages. fees apply for special exhibitions
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The kids will love the natural history section with its display of dinosaur bones and extinct animals
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Admission is free with a ticket to the castle
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Entry to the museum is included in admission to edinburgh castle
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Don't leave without visiting the Dolly the sheep display
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You can get here by train, the nearest station is edinburgh waverley
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The best thing is that everything is free, you can come as many times as you like!
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Admission is included in the entry charge for the castle
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Keep an eye out on the temporary exhibitions as well
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Also find diverse displays on everything from the pharaohs of ancient egypt
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You can see military equipment and weapons, but there are also uniforms, kilts, medals and silverware to be admired
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Don't miss the amazing blaschka models—tiny
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