National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

Verified 1 Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JD Location

Located in Edinburgh on 1 Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JD, the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait is an art gallery and museum that offers a fascinating collection of portraits from various eras. The stunning architecture of the hall adds to the overall experience. Visitors can explore sections dedicated to modern art and the heroes of Scotland. The gallery is a must-visit, especially for those interested in Scottish history and culture. Families with children will also find a special room downstairs where kids can draw and leave their artwork for display. With free admission, it is a great option for an enjoyable outing in Edinburgh.

📍 Location

ℹ️ About

Name National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait
City Edinburgh
Website https://www.nationalgalleries.org/visit/scottish-national-portrait-gallery
Phone +44 131 624 6200

🙋‍♂️ Frequently asked questions about National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

What is the contact phone number for the Art gallery?

The contact phone number for National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait is +44 131 624 6200

What are today's opening hours?

Today Friday, the opening hours for National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait are 10 am–5 pm and it is currently closed. Here are the opening hours for the entire week.

What is the street where National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait is located?

This Art gallery is located at 1 Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JD.

What services does this Art gallery offer?

Art gallery, Art museum, Tourist attraction

Is it open on Saturdays?

It's opened on Saturdays from 10 am–5 pm.

Is it open on Sundays?

It's opened on Sundays from 10 am–5 pm.

🕓 Opening Hours

Today, Friday, December 01, 2023, the opening hours for the Art gallery are 10 am–5 pm

Monday 10 am–5 pm
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 10 am–5 pm

👍👎 Reviews

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We visited the gallery in September, and thought it was fabulous, and the staff were terrific. The hall is gorgeous. We didn't have enough time to see all of it but did visit the Modern Art and the Heroes of Scotland sections. Well worth the visit!! Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

david swift

1 months ago


Somewhere free to go in Edinburgh. Kids thoroughly enjoyed it. The architecture is amazing inside. There is also a room downstairs near reception for kids to draw and leave their art for display. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

lee leung (Frecklee)

1 months ago


Mr. Hume who looks like Moon Se-yoon... hahaIt was fascinating to see people in the picture that I had only seen in books.It was a useful time.

joohee kim

1 months ago


A beautiful museum with impressive portraits from many eras...it's best to visit first thing in the morning at 10 a.m. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Carmen Boetzkes

1 months ago


Good place to visit for free and getting a look at the art pieces Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait … More

Marzia Mahzabin

1 months ago


It’s a pity, of course, that I know little about prominent Scottish figures, but the building where their portraits are located is wonderful Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Alna Ale

1 months ago


Großartig, überwältigend, beeindruckend.Dieses wunderschöne Museum sollte man auf jeden Fall besichtigt haben.Schon die beeindruckende Eingangshalle ist überwältigend. Eine großartige und sehr beeindruckend Ausstellung ????, in der man sich Stunden lang aufhalten kann.Das Scottish National Museum sollte man auf jeden Fall bei einem Edinburgh Besuch einplanen. Ein Besuch ist im übrigen kostenlos ????⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Ulf Zimmermann

1 months ago


Absolutely love this place for ask that it holds and the amazing food Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Sylvia Dow

1 months ago


Beautiful space, very well curated, great history lesson and fabulous contemporary portraits too. Lighting in some areas inhibits viewing of portraits. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

sally amazon

1 months ago


Great pictures. Must visit. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Göktuğ YILMAZ

1 months ago


The building & museum collections are absolutely beautiful. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Dety Pratidina

1 months ago


A brilliant collection of portraits, sculptures and photographs. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait … More

Namrata Mujumdar

1 months ago


Nice gallery, free entry Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Sylva Vankova

1 months ago


very nice place for free access!only regret: going there too late in the day so as not to take full advantage of the gallery before it closed

Tanguy Lucci

1 months ago


Lovely looking place to visit and you will have a great time.

Hugh Mcavoy

1 months ago

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