National Library of Scotland

George IV Bridge
0131 226 4531

Established as the Advocate's Library in 1682, this became the National Library of Scotland under an Act of Parliament in 1925. This treasure house of books, manuscripts, music, maps, pamphlets and periodicals focuses on Scotland and the Scots, with over 8 million printed items, 18,500 current periodicals and 252 newspaper titles. Reading rooms are open for reference and research and exhibitions on a variety of Scottish themes are held all year round..

Mon/Tue & Thu/Fri 9:30 - 17:00 (20:00 during Festival)
Wed 10:00 - 17:00 (20:00 during Festival)
Sat 10:00 - 17:00
Sun 14:00 - 17:00

Free
Shop, disabled access, refreshment room

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