National Galleries Scotland: Portrait
4.25
6 reviews4.25
6 reviewsThis neo-Gothic palace is a loveletter to Scotland. A hidden gem right at the heart of Edinburgh, it was designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson as a shrine for Scotland’s heroes and heroines. It opened to the public in 1889 as the world’s first purpose-built portrait gallery. The art within tells you stories of the land and its people. Discover familiar faces of Scotland - contemporary portraits of pop culture icons like Billy Connolly, Emeli Sandé and Tilda Swinton sit alongside pioneers in science, sport and famous historical figures such as Mary Queen of Scots, Robert Burns and Charles Edward Stuart. The gallery is decorated in elaborate murals and sculptural embellishments inside and out. Take time to look up at the Zodiac ceiling in the world-famous Great Hall and reflect and relax in Café Portrait.
Overall rating
4.25
(6 reviews)
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Access (avg.)
4.58
Parking (avg.)
3.91
Toilets (avg.)
4.16
Staff (avg.)
4.91
tinahodgkinson
Jul 2023
5
Very accessible with Extremely Helpful Staff
kayfergone
Dec 2020
4
Visit during Covid restrictions
amymccombes
Apr 2018
4.5
interesting history, art and brilliant cafe
The venue is on multiple levels, with lifts available to all areas.
Seating is available at regular intervals.
There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance.
There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.
There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift.
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.
Information is available in large print format.
BSL interpretation is available.
Information is available in audio format.
Audio description is available to describe visual information.
Wheelchairs are available for visitors to hire or borrow.
Staff have received disability awareness or equality training.
Touch tours are available for blind and visually impaired customers.
Wi-Fi is available for customers.
A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available.
A virtual tour of the venue is available, allowing visitors to explore areas they might not be able to access in person.
The venue has a dedicated email address for customers to request additional detailed accessibility information.
1 Queen Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, EH2 1JD
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