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Highlights
- Spend sixty minutes viewing famous artifacts and hearing stories about secrets and science.
- A professionally trained guide provides trusted knowledge and local insights to deepen your understanding.
- Use a multilingual audio app to move at your own pace and better understand each exhibit.
- Get reduced rates for Gladstone Land and discounts on gin experiences to explore more culture.
- Your visit contributes to preserving historic artifacts and educational programs at the museum.
Your Experience
Visit the National Museum of Scotland to learn about local history, science, and culture with a trained guide. The tour lasts one hour and starts near the William Chambers Statue on Chambers Street.
Meeting Point
Gather beside the William Chambers Statue to check your ticket and meet your guide. This spot is close to the main entrance on Chambers Street.
Highlights
See famous items like the Lewis chessmen, Newcomen engine, and Dolly the sheep. The guide shares stories about artifacts, witchcraft legends, and scientific discoveries.
Independent Exploration
After the tour, use a free audio guide app on your phone in English, French, or German. You can visit other nearby sites like Gladstone Land or the Edinburgh Gin Distillery using included discounts.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- One-hour guided tour of the museum
- Live commentary provided in English
- Guided by a certified Blue Badge guide
- Donation to the National Museum included
- Multilingual audio guide app available supporting English, German and French
- 15% discount on experiences at Edinburgh Gin Distillery
- £1.50 off entry to Gladstone Land
- 10% discount at the café within Gladstone Land
- Gratuities for the tour guide
- Headphones
- Personal smartphone
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Must Know
- Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a smooth experience.
- Meet your guide at the William Chambers Statue on Chambers Street before the tour begins.
- Museum entry is free; download the audio guide using the QR code on your voucher in advance and bring headphones.
- Small items can be stored securely at the museum cloakroom with lockers available from £3.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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