Superb array of paintings. From the skating minister to the Monarch of the Glen. The paintings are themed well and give you a good sense of the important collections on display. The building is so central to Prince's Street and the architecture is gorgeous. They are undergoing renovation work at the moment which will give them more to display. When we visited we wanted to see more.
An unmissable museum, a little like all those you will find in this fabulous city.
To visit it well everything would take some time, but you can first choose the sections that interest you most and go and visit them.
Admission is free and a small donation is welcome.
A moment to spend an afternoon in the city
It is almost overwhelming when you walk into it. So many masterpieces on view.
Just changed upon it. Wasn't intending to go and loved every turn within it. Will go again.
I love it. A must visit place if you are in Edinburgh
A discrete collection of artworks by mostly Italian,Dutch and Scottish painters and a very beautiful,neo-classical building...worth visiting if you're into art
A great experience. So much to see. Very informative.
Good collection of paintings very interesting and well laid out
Lovely gallery with some important pieces to see + as a bonus it is a free admission (fees may apply if there are special expositions)
Love popping in here, when avoiding the crowds on Princes Street.
A great place to wander and spend a couple of hours!
Bad service, we went to see an exibition but we were told it was going to start the day after, so we went again the next day and we were told that in that day the exibition was not ready yet and that it was going to start in the evening, so we went again the next moring and again we were told it was only for private members and it was going to open to the public at 2 o' clock PM, so we went back again at 4 o clock and 30 minutes later they started to announce they were closing (closing time should be at 5 PM) The cashier of the shop doesn't even know what they sell.
Large collection of paintings by very famous artists through the centuries. A very interesting collection, both permanent and loaned works.
The place is not large, but a good place to enjoy the paintings quietly and take a break.
Lovely gallery, the paintings are beautiful, really impressive gift shop
With free admission you can see beautiful works of art in several rooms. The gallery itself is divided into 2 buildings between which one can go back and forth. The building, which is located directly on the main street, shows several current exhibitions, whereas the rear building has a consistent exhibition of old artists.
Plenty to see in this gallery - from renaissance to impressionists. Lots of variety
Lovely surroundings overlooking the Gardens. Great food. Well organised during this crazy time.
great free and interesting, to visit absolutely ... inside the height of the outside
Well worth a visit, though some parts looking a bit worn.
One of the most beautiful museums in Edinburgh.
Completely free, it offers a wide range of paintings coming from all over Europe and many different artists.
Some areas of the museum are still under construction but will be completed shortly with even technological improvements.
Highly recommended if you visit Edinburgh.
Rich collection of masterpieces from all over Europe.
Great building and art venue few facilities but a well preserved historical public venue
It is a little bit small as National Gallery next to the National Museum. It is free like most of UK's museums and galleries. worth the visit and it wont take a long time.
Very beautiful gallery, depicting the history of Scotland in the beautiful works of art. I recommend spending a few hours there.
Was really happy to visit this gallery and discover a Turner exhibition.
The Cafe in the princess street gardens is very posh, just buy a coffee and watch the world go by
What an amazing day my first time here just incredible display of art
Normally 5 stars, but currently 3 because at least half the wonderful collection is in storage during building alterations.
Masterpieces by European painters (Scotland, Italy, France, Germany, ...)
A nice collection of the paintings of the famous scotisch and european artist! I enjoyed seeing the works of Rembrandt, Ruebens of Titian... and exploring for me unknown scotisch or englisch painters...
Disappointing. Been spoilt by better galleries in London and Paris.
Fine painting collection. There is Refael, Rubens, Titian.
Beautiful pictures with free admission. I suggest you to visit when you are close to the castle to have a little taste from different painters.
Site of obligatory visit. The entrance is free and from the museum there is a bus line that runs through the different modern art museums. Edinburgh is a beautiful city, full of charm and history.
I love to visit this museum not just because of the art, but because it feels like the art belongs in the space. A must see in Edinburgh.
Relatively small for a national gallery but with some tremendous pieces fromthe Italian Masters to the impressionists. Plan for about an hour for the free exhibit.
Excellent venue, well worth a visit. Make sure you visit the Scottish Cafe in the basement, excellent food with great service too.
Its beautiful and it's free to get in ,they just want a donation
As with most of this capital city, fabulous. Amazing that it has free admission.
Beautiful art gallery with carefully selected art works. Very nice shop and restaurants.
A place cannot be missed. Free admission and beautiful paintings display in different floors. A lot to learn about history n it has a beautiful gift shop n coffee place.
A wonderful gallery in the centre of Edinburgh. Highlight for me is the Turner watercolours every January.
Free admission and lots of art to see. Recommended.
Free, but undergoing renovations. Hope yo come back when the construction is finished. Note that the bag drop is in the OTHER building, so drop them off before entering the main gallery.
Beautiful museum that gives free access to culture.
Little boy very well explained and with very good works
Wonderful and inspiring environment and talks are exciting and interesting.
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