National Galleries Scotland: Modern

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.

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!

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.