Discover the latest information about visiting our museums
Following the latest Scottish Government guidelines, our museums are now closed until further notice.
This includes:
All existing ticket holders will be contacted and refunded where appropriate.
We will update this page and our social media channels with the latest visiting information.
A range of new safety measures have been put in place in line with Scottish Government guidelines.
This includes pre-booked timed entry, face coverings, enhanced cleaning, sneeze screens, hand sanitising stations and one-way routes in certain areas of the museum where physical distancing is not possible.
We want you to have a safe and enjoyable visit. During your visit, we ask you to:
Please keep your distance from others (2m). | Follow the directional signage. | ||
Use the hand sanitiser provided. | Please note card payments only. | ||
Wash your hands often. | Face coverings must be worn by visitors over 5 years old. |
Please do not visit the museum if you or anyone in your household has any symptoms of Coronavirus.
We have acquired VisitBritain’s Good to Go accreditation. This Industry Standard mark means that National Museums Scotland has followed government and industry Covid-19 guidelines, has a Risk Assessment in place and a process to maintain cleanliness and aid physical distancing. |
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