Writers Museum Edinburgh

The Writers' Museum    

www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk
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Museum of Scottish writers, particularly Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.

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Dec 23, 2024
The Writers' Museum in Edinburgh is a delightful and often-overlooked gem, nestled on the historic Royal Mile, celebrating Scotland’s literary legacy and the lives of some of its most famous authors.… Full review by trouville2000
Nov 24, 2024
This is a lovely little museum in a really old building, which is worth seeing just for itself. The displays covering 3 Scots writers are well laid out in separate rooms & it is an actively evolving … Full review by 234janicec
Nov 21, 2024
Loved this small little museum, just off the Royal Mile. If you are a literary buff - you should take the time to visit. Each of the 3 floors is dedicated to one of Scotland's most famous writers. … Full review by Suzan J
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This unique museum is housed in Lady Stair’s House on the Royal Mile. The remarkable castle-like house was built in 1622 for Sir Wa…
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This delightful 17th-century house affords the perfect environment in which to spend some time contemplating Scotland's finest writers - …
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Many a people dream of being successful authors with the riches and acclaim that go with the job. A visit to the Writer’s Museum on the …
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This literary museum is devoted to three outstanding Scottish writers. The museum houses a collection dedicated to Robert Burns…
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Hi all! Planning a visit to Scotland for hopefully October of this year (Covid depending). The Writer's Museum shows up …
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Hi all! Planning a visit to Scotland for hopefully October of this year (Covid depending). The Writer's Museum shows up on a lot of the lists of things to do in Edinburgh, but I'm wondering if it's worth it. I don't have any particular love for the three writers the museum focuses on, but the museum kept popping up in my searches! Would people recommend other museums over this one? We only have a few days in Edinburgh and are already planning a good chunk of time at the castle and Holyroodhouse. Would prefer non-art specific museums hence the pull towards this one. Thanks!
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No need to go to the writer's museum - I like those writers, but was not particularly fascinated by seeing their walking sticks or family photos. I would recommend downloading Rick …
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No need to go to the writer's museum - I like those writers, but was not particularly fascinated by seeing their walking sticks or family photos. I would recommend downloading Rick Steves free audio "Edinburgh Royal Mile Walk", he points out more interesting things and talks about the history as you walk along - I learned so much! I also enjoyed "Mary Kings Close" but make sure you do a timed reservation because people were being turned away when we visited. Hope things will be open again and you can do your planned trip in October!
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Answer by Eileen W · May 12, 2020
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Do you have about Robertson Louis Stevenson
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Sorry, meant to say the museum has a section with a nice display on Robert Louis Stevenson.
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