Meet your guide by the William Chambers Statue. From there, you’ll step inside the National Museum of Scotland and explore Scottish history, science and world culture.

Hear stories from your guide on Dolly the sheep, the first ever mammal cloned from an adult cell. See the Lewis chessmen made from walrus ivory, the Newcomen engine and uncover the rumours of Satanism and witchcraft behind the Arthur’s Seat coffins.

After your tour ends, continue exploring the museum at your own pace with an audio tour app. Discover Ancient Egyptian relics, a tyrannosaurus rex skeleton and even the Scottish maiden – an early version of the guillotine.

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You must meet your guide at the designated meeting point to receive your tour.

The National Museum of Scotland is free for all to enter. This package includes a guided tour by a certified guide, an audio tour app, a donation to the museum and exclusive local discounts.

Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival. Please bring your own headphones.

A cloakroom is available to store small personal items with locker rentals from £3.