Get lost in the plethora of museums, galleries and theatres that make Edinburgh one of the world's cultural capitals
Museums
9 can’t-miss museums in Edinburgh
Whether you’re interested in local history or nature, blazing fires or cold hard cash
Things to do
Art galleries in Edinburgh you need to check out
Discover works by contemporary artists from home and abroad
Shopping
Avid reader? These are Edinburgh’s best bookshops
You’re about to dive into Unesco’s first City of Literature. Erm, read on?
Things to do
The absolute best theatres in Edinburgh
Home to the world’s biggest arts festival, Edinburgh boasts a thriving theatre calendar
Clubs
6 incredible clubs in Edinburgh
Here you’ll find intimate clubs with DJ line-ups to rival much bigger metropolises
Where to get your culture on
Art
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
This 1889 gothic-style building tells the tale of Scotland since the 16th century
Art
Summerhall
Formerly a veterinary school, Summerhall is now a cutting-edge art and performance space
Art
National Gallery Of Scotland Complex
In the heart of the city, the gallery hosts a permanent collection of classical art
Art
Stills Gallery
This photography centre built in 1977 offers production facilities and educational courses
The best museums and galleries in Edinburgh
Museums
Museum Of Childhood
This institution combines a vast collection of toys with artefacts from childhoods past
Time Out says
4 out of 5 stars
Art
Fruitmarket Gallery
Expect exhibitions by a range of influential British and international artists with a particular emphasis on Scots
Users say
4 out of 5 stars
Museums
Museum of Edinburgh
Set in a 16th century townhouse and its adjoining properties, this museum overflows with history
Art
Ingleby Gallery
This repurposed former gig venue is now a versatile exhibition space
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