Visitor information
Opening hours:
Open daily, 10:00 - 17:00
Closed: 25 Dec, 26 Dec, and 1 Jan
Pay once, visit all year
- All paid entry tickets are Annual Passes
- Annual Passes are valid for unlimited visits for 12 months from the date of first visit
- 15% off when you book as a family
- All visitors must check in upon arrival
- Last entry is 16:00
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Repeat visit for Annual Pass holders | Free |
| Adult Annual Pass | £12.50 |
| Over 65s Annual Pass | £11.50 |
| Student, Unemployed, Disabled, Young Scot Annual Pass | £10.50 |
| Child 5 – 15 Annual Pass | £9.50 |
| Under 5s | Free |
| Accompanying essential carer | Free |
| National Art Pass | Free |
| National Museums Scotland Members | Free |
| National Trust for Scotland Members | Free |
Become a member
Enjoy unlimited free entry to all our museums and exhibitions, plus invitations to exclusive Member events.
Buy an e-gift voucher
E-gift vouchers can be used towards admission and events at the National Museum of Rural Life.
Groups and schools
Group visits
Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more visiting the National Museum of Rural Life.
School visits
The farm, agriculture, traditional farming, food chains, rural life and Scottish history - whatever your topic, come on a visit to learn more.
Getting here
Arriving at the museum
When you arrive at the museum you must present your ticket (either printed or on a smartphone) or provide your order number. You can also book a ticket on arrival.
Please also bring along your National Museums Scotland Membership card, Annual Pass ticket, or National Trust for Scotland Membership card (as appropriate).
After checking in, you are welcome to stay in the museum for as long as you like until closing time.
Facilities
- Parking
Free parking available. There are 12 designated Blue Badge parking bays in the car park.
- Information
Our information and ticket desk is at the entrance to our museum on the first floor.
- Toilets
Toilets are available in the museum and on the working farm.
- Visiting with babies
Baby changing facilities and a breastfeeding room are available.
- Lifts and ramps
The museum is accessible via lifts and ramps.
- Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum buildings and on the outdoor site.
- Non-assistance dogs
Dogs are welcome outdoors, but must be on a lead. They are not allowed in the museum buildings, Farm Explorer, or picnic area.
- Café
The Shielings Café is open daily from 10:00–17:00.
- Picnic area
Access to the play and picnic area is free with admission.
- Shop
The museum shop sells a range of gifts and books.
- Contactless payments
Card payments are the preferred payment method.
- Farm Explorer
Farm Explorer tractor-trailer ride tickets are available at the museum ticket desk on a first come, first serve basis.
Eating and drinking
Round off your visit with a bite to eat at the Shielings Café or bring your own packed lunch to enjoy in our picnic area.
