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Things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland: The Best Museums
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals.
Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
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1. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
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4.5 based on 7,564 reviews
The Botanics offers visitors peace and tranquility amongst its stunning 72 acres in Edinburgh city centre. Founded in 1670, the Garden is acknowledged to be one of the finest in the world.
Reviewed By N8766KRmarkh - Chippenham, United Kingdom
enjoyed a leisurely stroll with friends who were visiting from the south west. it was a lovely day which helps. Free to enter, really well maintained, lots to look at , easy access, coffee at east gate, food in the restaurant across the gardens which offers a visitor centre and shop that sells plants (which are probably superb but a little pricey!)
2. Patriothall Gallery
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
3. Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern Two)
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4.5 based on 615 reviews
Home to Scotland’s outstanding national collection of modern and contemporary art, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art comprises two buildings, Modern One and Modern Two both set in beautiful sculpture park. The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Modern Two has a detailed recreation of Eduardo Paolozzi's studio on permanent display, as well as his 7.3m tall sculpture, Vulcan, that dominates the cafe where you can enjoy our delicious lunches, cakes and coffee while taking in this stunning work. The gallery is currently showing an exhibition devoted to the film special effects superstar Ray Harryhausen. Book your ticket in advance via: nationalgalleries.org
Reviewed By Rongauld - Barga, Italy
On either side of Belford Road across the Water of Leith from Edinburgh's Georgian classical "New Town" the twin galleries are worth a lengthy visit. In Gallery One at present, until May, there is the most amazingly thought provoking exhibition including work by Scottish Artist, Katie Paterson, on the themes of Time and Light. The 100 Year book project, the Moonlight Sonata bounced from the surface of the moon and the lunar eclipse mirrorball are all spectacular. Then across the road is Gallery 2, with a permanent exhibition of Edinburgh born Eduardo Paolozzi, pop art sculptor, as well as a temporary exhibition by Paula Rego with video autobiography containing interviews about her productive and provocative life. All this is FREE! but you are requested to donate at least £5 pp. well worth it.
4. Inverleith House
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By veryb2014
350 year old house and gallery space, free entry and nice informative staff. The house is very near to the John Hope Gateway entrance with a cute cafe next door.
5. Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One)
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4.0 based on 412 reviews
Home to Scotland’s outstanding national collection of modern and contemporary art, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art comprises two buildings, Modern One and Modern Two both set in beautiful sculpture park. Explore sculptures by major artists such as Ian Hamilton Finlay, Henry Moore, Rachel Whiteread and Barbara Hepworth outside and a superb collection of art ranging from the 1900s to the present day within. Discover the dramatic lawn at the front of Modern One, designed by landscape architect Charles Jencks. The collection includes works by Matisse, Picasso, Vuillard and Dix, as well as a superb selection of paintings by Scottish artists such as Peploe, Fergusson, Gillies and Redpath. Cafe Modern One serves lunches, incredible cakes and delicious coffee. Admission is free, but tickets must be booked in advance.
Reviewed By CaptainPilko - Preston, United Kingdom
Once you get past the - for me at least - fatuous contemporary 'installations' there is a wealth of interesting and skillfully crafted stuff on display - Man Ray, Dali, Picasso, and most enjoyably a host of (for the non-expert) Scottish artists many of whose names were new to me - the colourist pictures by Cadell are superb.
