Come face to face with the people who shaped Scotland’s past, present and future at the Portrait .
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Jan 4, 2025
This has everything going for it. It’s a wonderful building. The central hall and gallery are beautiful and really, I’d like to go to (or give at a push) a very glamorous party or reception here. It … Full review by saranLondon
Dec 23, 2024
One of the most striking aspects of the Scottish National Gallery of Portraits is its rich diversity of subjects. The gallery doesn’t just focus on royalty and nobility—there are also portraits of ev… Full review by trouville2000
Nov 6, 2024
Gorgeous building and intriguing collection. Portraits from old to contemporary. Manageable and centrally located. Highly recommend. Full review by D1906XXsarahb
What do you class as "the main attractions" of Edinburgh? The NPG is 2 streets away from Princes Street, within walking distance of both Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle, The RSA and the National Gallery at The Mound. Plus the 2 galleries in Market Street.
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The Royal Mile, the Museum, Modern Art Galleries, Botanical Gardens, pubs including Bow Bar and the Devil's Advocate, Cockburn and Victoria St shops pubs and cafes, the Dogs …
The Royal Mile, the Museum, Modern Art Galleries, Botanical Gardens, pubs including Bow Bar and the Devil's Advocate, Cockburn and Victoria St shops pubs and cafes, the Dogs restaurant, Grain Store and Outsider restaurants, Gardners Cottage restaurant, Cafe Royal, Berts Bar, shops on William Street and Stafford St (West End)...Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill views on a fine day... these are the essentials...
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