Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Housed in a magnificent red‑sandstone Gothic Revival building on Queen Street, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery is the world’s first purpose‑built portrait gallery, opened in 1889. Designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson and funded by philanthropist John Ritchie Findlay, it offers a vivid visual history of Scotland through paintings, sculptures, photographs, and prints. The collection celebrates figures from Mary, Queen of Scots and Robert Burns to contemporary icons like Billy Connolly and Tilda Swinton, alongside pioneers in science, sport, and the arts. Inside, the Great Hall dazzles with its zodiac‑painted ceiling and vast frieze of historical figures, setting the stage for a journey through centuries of national identity. The gallery also houses the Scottish National Photography Collection and hosts a dynamic programme of exhibitions, talks, and events. Free to visit, it is both a cultural treasure and a welcoming space where Scotland’s past and present meet in art and story.
Edinburgh ScotlandThe Scottish National Portrait Gallery is located at 1 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD, in the heart of the city’s New Town. Housed in a magnificent neo-Gothic building designed by Robert Rowand Anderson and opened in 1889, the gallery features an extensive collection of portraits celebrating Scotland’s most influential figures from history and contemporary times. Its stunning architecture includes elaborate murals, sculptural details, and the famous Zodiac ceiling in the Great Hall. Visitors can also enjoy the welcoming Café Portrait on site. The gallery is conveniently positioned near Princes Street Gardens and St Andrew Square, with easy access to Waverley Station and numerous bus and tram routes. Its central location makes it a key cultural and historic landmark, offering an enriching experience of Scotland’s artistic heritage.
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