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The Great Britain Guide

Museums Β· Central Scotland

Musselburgh Museum

In or near Whitecraig.

Free admissionβ™Ώ Wheelchair: limited

Musselburgh Museum β€” a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Mercat Cross, High Street, Musselburgh - geograph.org.uk - 3726770

Leslie Barrie β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Musselburgh Β· 1.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Musselburgh Museum is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2026

Imagery Β© Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Musselburgh Museum showcases the rich history of Musselburgh from Roman times to the present. Visitors can explore detailed displays and themed exhibitions that highlight the town's culture and heritage, all managed by friendly volunteers.

Place summary

Musselburgh Museum is located in central Scotland. This museum showcases the local history and heritage of Musselburgh and its surrounding areas. It provides insights into the town's past through various exhibits and collections.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.9430, -3.0489
District
East Lothian
Postcode
EH21 7BZ
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
Phone
0131 665 6642
Nearest railway station
Musselburgh β€” 1.8 km
Opening
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10.30am–4pm

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Mercat Cross, High Street, Musselburgh - geograph.org.uk - 3726770πŸ“· 4

Memorials & monuments Β· Central Scotland

Musselburgh Tolbooth

Musselburgh Tolbooth is a memorial in the United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ•πŸ‘Άβ†— musselburghmuseum.org.uk
Mercat Cross, High Street, Musselburgh - geograph.org.uk - 3726770πŸ“· 3

Theatres Β· Central Scotland

Arcadia Cinema

Arcadia Cinema in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ‘Άβ†— musselburghmuseum.org.uk
High Street, Musselburgh opposite the War Memorial - geograph.org.uk - 5365721πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

The Royal Esk, 128, 130 High Street, Musselburgh

The Royal Esk, 128, 130 High Street, Musselburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

St Peter's Episcopal Church, Musselburgh - geograph.org.uk - 5128074πŸ“· 5

Historic churches Β· Central Scotland

Saint Peter's Episcopal Church, High Street, Musselburgh

Saint Peter's Episcopal Church, High Street, Musselburgh β€” category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Free↗ musselburghmuseum.org.uk
St Peter's Episcopal Church, Musselburgh - geograph.org.uk - 5128074πŸ“· 5

Memorials & monuments Β· Central Scotland

Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh

Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh β€” category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ•β†— musselburghmuseum.org.uk
St Peter's Episcopal Church, Musselburgh - geograph.org.uk - 5128074πŸ“· 4

Gardens Β· Central Scotland

Pinkie House

Pinkie House β€” a garden in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ•β†— musselburghmuseum.org.uk

Where to eat & stay near Musselburgh Museum

Places to stay

Prestongrange Museum - Hoffmann kiln and chimney - geograph.org.uk - 8059718πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Central Scotland

Drummohr Camping Ground

Drummohr Camping Ground β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Beside the South Esk, Dalkeith Park - geograph.org.uk - 7019496πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Central Scotland

Dalkeith Country Park Camping

Dalkeith Country Park Camping β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Free↗ dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk
Melville Castle - geograph.org.uk - 2049577πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Melville Castle

Melville Castle β€” a hotel in scotland central.

East Suffolk Park - geograph.org.uk - 5367999πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

Kildonan Lodge Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

β†— kildonanlodgehotel.co.uk
Confucius Institute For Scotland - geograph.org.uk - 2490048πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

The Scott

The Scott β€” a hotel in scotland central.

β†— uoecollection.com
Royal Commonwealth Pool, Edinburgh - geograph.org.uk - 3275442πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

The Scholar

The Scholar β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Free↗ uoecollection.com

Places to eat & drink

High Street, Musselburgh opposite the War Memorial - geograph.org.uk - 5365721πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

The Royal Esk, 128, 130 High Street, Musselburgh

The Royal Esk, 128, 130 High Street, Musselburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Prestoungrange Totem Pole - geograph.org.uk - 7129539πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Gothenburg Tavern, High Street, Prestonpans

Gothenburg Tavern, High Street, Prestonpans in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

St Nicholas-Buccleuch Parish Church in Dalkeith - geograph.org.uk - 7924276πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith

Coach and Horses Public House, 168 High Street, Dalkeith in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

James Martin Stagg CB OBE FRSE - geograph.org.uk - 6175405πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Gothenburg Public House, 45 Buccleuch Street, Dalkeith

Gothenburg Public House, 45 Buccleuch Street, Dalkeith in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

The Vennel, Duddingston - geograph.org.uk - 7546304πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Sheep Heid Inn

Sheep Heid Inn in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Free↗ thesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk
Jock's Lodge - geograph.org.uk - 7642609πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Public House, 5 Piershill Place, Portobello Road, Edinburgh

Public House, 5 Piershill Place, Portobello Road, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Arbroath Signal Tower Museum

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Inveraray Jail

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Musselburgh Museum?
Musselburgh Museum is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH21 7BZ).
What is Musselburgh Museum?
Musselburgh Museum β€” a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Musselburgh Museum?
The nearest railway station is Musselburgh, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH21 7BZ.
How do I get to Musselburgh Museum?
The nearest railway station is Musselburgh, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH21 7BZ.