Surgeons' Hall Museums

Edinburgh, Scotland

Explore centuries of surgical history and fascinating medical collections in Scotland's oldest museum.

Opening Open 10am-5pm, 7 days a week; last admission 4:30pm. Closed over Christmas and New Year (closed from 5pm on 23 December 2026, reopening 10am on 5 January 2027).

Price Adults £10; Students with valid ID £6.50; NHS staff with valid ID £6.50; Over 60s £6.50; Visitors with disabilities £6.50; Child (5-15) £5.50; Under 5s free; Carers/Personal Assistants free; Family ticket: 2 adults & 2 children £25, 2 adults & 1 child £21, 1 adult & 2 children £17; Annual ticket: Adults £26, Concession £15.

Typical visit Not provided yet

Age fit Recommended age for visiting is 10+, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The Museum contains displays of human remains, which some people may find distressing.

Setting indoor

The experience

About this day out

Surgeons' Hall Museum is home to centuries of surgical history and is one of Scotland's oldest museums, with collections spanning over 500 years. Tickets are purchased from the Level 3 Museum Reception on arrival, with no pre-booking required for standard visits, though large groups should get in touch. The Museum contains displays of human remains, which some people may find distressing.

When to go

Opening calendar

Open 10am-5pm, 7 days a week; last admission 4:30pm. Closed over Christmas and New Year (closed from 5pm on 23 December 2026, reopening 10am on 5 January 2027).

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What it costs

Prices at a glance

Admission: Adults £10; Students with valid ID £6.50; NHS staff with valid ID £6.50; Over 60s £6.50; Visitors with disabilities £6.50; Child (5-15) £5.50; Under 5s free; Carers/Personal Assistants free; Family ticket: 2 adults & 2 children £25, 2 adults & 1 child £21, 1 adult & 2 children £17; Annual ticket: Adults £26, Concession £15.

Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.

Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

Toilets in the basement and on Level 5 (fully accessible, with baby changing facilities)Accessible toilet facilities in the basementLift and staircase providing access to all floorsFree digital guide on the Bloomberg Connects app (37 languages, screen reader, audio guide)10% discount at Café 1505 next to the Museum entrance (no café inside the Museum)No cloakroom or locker facilities

Accessibility: Main entrance via Nicolson Street; Museum reception is on the third floor, accessible by lift or staircase, and the lift and staircase provide access to all floors. Due to the historic building, a portion of the upper gallery may not be accessible to wheelchairs wider than 66cm. Accessible toilets are in the basement. A free Bloomberg Connects guide offers screen reading, enlarged text and audio guide functions, and a full accessibility guide and visual storyboard are available.
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