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    National Galleries Scotland: Modern

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    Home to Scotland’s outstanding national collection of modern and contemporary art, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art includes two buildings, Modern One and Modern Two set in a beautiful sculpture park.

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    Overall rating

    4.3

    (10 reviews)

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    Access (avg.)

    4.4

    Parking (avg.)

    4.45

    Toilets (avg.)

    2.8

    Staff (avg.)

    4.7

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    karine1985

    Apr 2026

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    4

    Modern 2 art gallery

    Modern 2 is based in an old building near Dean Village that has been updated to include a lift and an accessible toilet. Signage is limited though so take the lift at the accessible entrance to the rear of the building This building has so many old features that contrast with the modern art within. There is a cafe with all kinds of treats. The accessible toilet is on the entrance floor and is narrow, not doughnut room. The staff are knowledgeable about the art and are helpful and approachable.
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    starling14

    Oct 2019

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    4.5

    Everything WAS alright!

    I went to the Surrealist/Dada exhibition here and I love the fact that the building is an installation in itself with the caption 'Everything is going to be alright' illuminated above the entrance. I also loved the grounds featuring earth, water pieces along with impressive sculptures by Gormley and Henry Moore and others. The exhibition itself was a bit heavier on Surrealism than the Dadaism but I still loved it; my favourite was Magritte's 'The Legend of the Centuries'. It also has a great cafe looking out on lovely gardens with both indoor and outdoor seating. As the cafe is so popular, space was a bit tight for my wheelchair but people were lovely and moved seats to accommodate me. Staff were lovely both in the cafe and throughout the gallery, answering art questions for me, operating lifts and giving me a great tip about using the large print information board as the small info print at the paintings is too small for me to read and I can't get close enough in my wheelchair, so thank you for that great tip!
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    karine1985

    Mar 2019

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    5

    Easy to navigate around

    The accessible parking is right next to the accessible entrance. A lift then takes you to the galleries. There is plenty of room to move around and see the exhibits and art. Helpful staff are on hand to open doors but it is mostly open plan. There are accessible toilets available.

    Disabled Access Information Provided by National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    Disabled Access at National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    Lift to all areas

    The venue is on multiple levels, with lifts available to all areas.

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    Seating at regular intervals

    Seating is available at regular intervals

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    Disabled access
    Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance

    There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

    Accessible retail space

    The retail space is accessible, with step-free access and space to move around easily.

    Step-free entrance

    There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance.

    Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet

    There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

    Step-free access to most areas

    There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift.

    Accessible parking at National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    At Modern One, the four disabled parking bays at the front of the building beside the step-free main entrance are temporarily unavailable due to maintenance work on the building. However, there are two disabled parking bays in the main car park to the rear of the building next to the Changing Places toilet. There is a drop-off point at the main entrance. Modern One is equipped with two electric car charging points, trickle charge only (as opposed to fast charge). At Modern Two, there are four disabled parking bays at the rear of the building directly beside the accessible (step-free) entrance. The drop-off point is also to the rear of the Modern Two building adjacent to the accessible entrance and accessible parking.
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    Electric Vehicle Charging

    There is an accessible electric vehicle charging point

    Drop-off or pick up point

    There is a drop-off or pick up point less than 50 metres from the accessible entrance.

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    Dedicated on-site parking

    On-site accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the entrance.

    Public or on street parking

    Accessible parking bays are available nearby within 50 metres of the entrance.

    Transport nearby National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    The Service 13 bus route includes the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Haymarket train station is a short taxi ride away. The gallery is a 15 minute walk from the West End of Princes Street.
    Bus station or stop

    There is an accessible bus station or stop nearby with suitable boarding areas and facilities for disabled passengers.

    Toilets features at National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    At Modern One there is a full Changing Places Toilet in the rear car park. You can access it with a radar key. If you don't have a radar key, please ask a member of staff at the information desk of Modern One.
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    Accessible toilet

    A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.

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    Changing Places toilet with shower

    There is a Changing Places toilet with a shower, which includes an adult-sized changing bench, toilet, sink, hoist and shower.

    Accessible formats at National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    Large print icon
    Large print

    Information is available in large print format.

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    Audio formats

    Information is available in audio format.

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    Sign Language

    BSL interpretation is available.

    Accessible services at National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    Disability awareness/equality training

    Staff have received disability awareness or equality training.

    Audio Description

    Audio description is available to describe visual information.

    Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people

    Personal or general emergency evacuation plans are in place for disabled customers.

    Touch Tours

    Touch tours are available for blind and visually impaired customers.

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    Assistance dog facilities

    Facilities for assistance dogs, such as water bowls and toileting areas, are available.

    Emergency evacuation chair

    An evacuation chair is available in case of emergency.

    Fast-track queuing

    Fast-track queuing is available for disabled customers.

    Wheelchair hire

    Wheelchairs are available for visitors to hire or borrow.

    Other features at National Galleries Scotland: Modern

    Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi is available for customers.

    Carers discount

    A carers discount is available.

    Virtual tours

    A virtual tour of the venue is available, allowing visitors to explore areas they might not be able to access in person.

    Online booking

    Online booking is available.

    Dedicated disabled access information email address

    The venue has a dedicated email address for customers to request additional detailed accessibility information.

    Map or floorplan

    A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.

    More Information

    For additional detailed accessibility information, please contact: access@nationalgalleries.org

    Location

    75 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, EH4 3DR

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