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Scottish National Gallery: Traveler Reviews

The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL, Scotland (Castle/Royal Mile/High St)
0131 624 6200
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Ranked #13 of 174 attractions in Edinburgh
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Type: Art Museums
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Traveler Description: Located in the heart of the city at the intersection of Princes Street and The Mound housing the national collection of fine art.  Entry is free... more »
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Dundee, United Kingdom
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“Great”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

Free Entry and lots of wonderful things to see from internation and local artists. Doorman very friendly also! Recomend if your visiting the area.

Visited February 2013
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Blyth, England, United Kingdom
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“Cultured must”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013 via mobile

Loads to do in Edinburgh and most of it over priced, if your are there take advantage of something free of charge and improve your knowledge of the city and its people. Obviously not for most young families as a couple we thought we would be bored, this however was not the case and the pictures and sculptures certainly held our attention for a good hour. Decent surroundings, friendly staff a must for a cultured change.

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Darlington, United Kingdom
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“Impressive”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

Lots of well known paintings to view. The Rembrant self portrait is amazing. It was quite busy when we went round - a Friday and the problem was a lot of art students were gathering round particular paintings listening to their tutors.

Visited February 2013
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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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“Great for art lovers”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

Some lovely pieces but a few sections where getting changed, not suitable for children though as would be rather boring for them

Visited February 2013
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Sale, England, United Kingdom
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“good”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

would of been better without our kids as I was in constant fear they might damage something priceless! Lots of lovely paintings in a lovely building.

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