Galleries · Central Scotland
Royal Scottish Academy
In or near Edinburgh.
Royal Scottish Academy — a gallery in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Royal Scottish Academy is a gallery located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Royal Scottish Academy is dedicated to promoting Scottish art and architecture. Visitors can explore a variety of temporary exhibitions showcasing contemporary art, including works by renowned artists. The venue also hosts events and workshops related to art and creativity.
Place summary
The Royal Scottish Academy is a prominent art gallery located in central Scotland, postcode EH2. It serves as a hub for contemporary Scottish art and hosts a range of exhibitions and events throughout the year.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9517, -3.1963
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH2 2EL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Phone
- 0131 624 6110
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Mon to Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 12–5pm
- Official site
- www.royalscottishacademy.org
Sources
- osm: way/5182745 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Royal Scottish Academy?
- Royal Scottish Academy is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH2 2EL).
- What is Royal Scottish Academy?
- Royal Scottish Academy — a gallery in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Royal Scottish Academy?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH2 2EL.
- Is Royal Scottish Academy free to visit?
- Yes, Royal Scottish Academy is free to enter.
- How do I get to Royal Scottish Academy?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH2 2EL.