Edinburgh - National Gallery of Scotland

 
The National Gallery, the work of Playfair, contains Scotland's biggest collection of European paintings and sculptures, beginning with the Renaissance and even including some Post-Impressionists. Prince Albert laid the foundation stone for the building in 1850 and it was opened in 1859.

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Address: National Gallery of Scotland / Scottish National Portrait Gallery, The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL, Scotland
Hours:
10am-5pm; Thu: 10am-7pm
Tips: Admission to the Permanent Collection is free. Admission charges vary for exhibitions.
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service
Typical Visit: 8 hours

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