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Explore the diversity of the natural world, world cultures, science and technology, art, design and fashion, and Scottish history, all under one roof. A range of new safety measures have been put in place along with timed entry to ensure that we can manage numbers and maintain physical distancing

Somewhere To Eat?

There is the choice of the Balcony Cafe and the Museum Brasserie to fill you and the little ones tummy's up. Both eateries serve some delicious hot and cold food.

Are There Toilets?

There are plenty of toilets available throughout the museum.

Baby Friendly?

There are baby changing facilities on the ground and first floor.

Want To Treat Yourself?

There are 4 shops throughout the museum selling everything from toys to gifts and plenty of souvenirs for you to take home to remind you of such a lovely day that you had at the museum.

Where Shall I Park?

There is pay and display parking on Chambers St and there is the Quatermile NCP nearby.

Features

  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access
  • Open All Year

Category

Museums

Museums

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Opening Times

Daily 10:00-16:30

Price Information

  • All: Free

Facilities

Cafe

How To Get There

Directions

Follow the Signs to the museum from any major routes into the city centre.

Static google map of National Museum of Scotland

Tips

It's looking great at the moment and is well laid out! A lot more hands on exhibits would be great for encouraging children to learn and maybe a museum run hunt and find quiz would be good.

The lifts are plentiful for baby buggies; HOWEVER everyone uses them making it an AGE to get in one even during the week when schools are off. I never knew how a pain I had been by using lifts out of laziness prior to having a child in tow.

It has two rooms that young kids can explore in which is really nice. The lifts are small so expect queues to form for them. Take your own food the cafe is really expensive and not many options.