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National Museum of Scotland

Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF, Scotland
+44(0)300 1236789
Ranked #3 of 163 attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 934 Reviews
Type: Museums
Fee: No
Description: Explore the diversity of the natural world, world cultures, science and technology, art and design and Scottish history, all under one roof.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

My graphic designer's eye appreciated the wall displays in the great hall and throughout -- all are very striking with an interesting combination of items. Lots of stuff in this museum. We had the morning but I could have spent a lot more time there. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

My friend and I went the last day of our trip to Edinburgh and couldn't believe how big this museum is! There was so much to see, we especially liked the world cultures area - so much interesting info along with the artifacts. My favorite was Dolly the Sheep! Have to go back next time we're in Edinburgh - I... More

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glasgow
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

nice building and helpful staff.Exibits were good and and lots of interactive things for kids to do. More

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seaford
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

leave a few separate times to visit,so much to see,views from the top outside terrace give a good overview of the city. More

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Berlin, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The exhibitions about each topic are small but eczellent More

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Lincoln, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Brilliant museum with something for everyone. Excellent arts and crafts section. Amazing paintings More

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Edwards, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Have to go back because we stayed so long on the early history. Fascinating! More

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Angers, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Smashing picts. what a diaspora. Fabulous history Through ages. Paintings More

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Melbourne, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Map was confusing and I wandered around for along time trying to find the Scottish trains Exhibition with Art Deco prints but it was worth it eventually. More

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Hampshire
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Great stuff and just so fascinating. We loved it as there were so many different galleries full of the most amazing artefacts-even Newcomen's engine! Whoever pout this together deserves a big pat on the back-there is something here for all, no matter what your age, and you won't come away without having learnt something new! More

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