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National Galleries of Scotland: National

National Galleries of Scotland: National

National Galleries of Scotland

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Museum or gallery in Edinburgh

1,482 artworks

Part of National Galleries of Scotland

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Immerse yourself in this breath-taking art collection. Experience paintings by internationally renowned artists such as Vermeer, Titian, Rembrandt, Velázquez and the Impressionists. Explore the newly opened Scottish galleries where you can encounter the very best of Scottish art from 1800 to 1945. Marvel at spectacular views over Edinburgh and discover the work of pioneering artists such as William McTaggart, Anne Redpath, Phoebe Anna Traquair, Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Glasgow Boys.

Whether you are new to the gallery, doing research or just passing by, the National welcomes everyone to explore art, make discoveries or just simply take time to unwind.

The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL Scotland

enquiries@nationalgalleries.org

0131 624 6200

Open daily, 10am–5pm. Closed 25th and 26th December and open on 1st January from 12 noon. Admission is free. A charge may be made for special exhibitions.

https://www.nationalgalleries.org/visit/scottish-national-gallery

Artworks

  • For a Lady Remembered
    For a Lady Remembered James Morrison (1932–2020)
    National Galleries of Scotland: National
  • The Interior of the National Gallery of Scotland
    The Interior of the National Gallery of Scotland Stanley Cursiter (1887–1976)
    National Galleries of Scotland: National
  • The Interior of the National Gallery of Scotland
    The Interior of the National Gallery of Scotland Stanley Cursiter (1887–1976)
    National Galleries of Scotland: National
  • Sept papillions sur une branche de rosier (Still Life of Six Butterflies and a Moth on a Rose Branch)
    Sept papillions sur une branche de rosier (Still Life of Six Butterflies and a Moth on a Rose Branch) William Gouw Ferguson (c.1632/1633–c.1695)
    National Galleries of Scotland: National
  • Twilight
    Twilight Stanley Cursiter (1887–1976)
    National Galleries of Scotland: National
  • Chancel of the Collegiate Church of St Paul, at Antwerp
    Chancel of the Collegiate Church of St Paul, at Antwerp David Roberts (1796–1864)
    National Galleries of Scotland: National
  • Portrait of the Artist's Brother, Captain James Wilkie (1784–1824)
    Portrait of the Artist's Brother, Captain James Wilkie (1784–1824) David Wilkie (1785–1841)
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  • 1,475 more

Not every artwork is on display – if you would like to see a particular work, contact the venue before your visit

National Galleries of Scotland has another 4,286 artworks

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Events

  • National Galleries of Scotland: National
    Catherine Opie | To Be Seen

    National Galleries of Scotland: National

    8 August – 1 November 2026

  • National Galleries of Scotland: National
    Norham Castle, Sunrise

    National Galleries of Scotland: National

    7 May – 4 October 2026

  • National Galleries of Scotland: National
    Portraits of Collectors: from the Renaissance to the 20th Century (in person)

    National Galleries of Scotland: National

    24 September 2026, 18:00–20:00

  • National Galleries of Scotland: National
    Portraits of Collectors: from the Renaissance to the 20th Century (online)

    National Galleries of Scotland: National

    24 September 2026, 18:00–19:00

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