Free Museums in Firth of Forth

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Free Museums in Firth of Forth

National Museum of Scotland
National Museum of Scotland
4.8 (28749 ratings)4.5 (18709 ratings)
Bright modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays and cafe.
Chambers St, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF, United Kingdom
National museumMuseumsNatural History MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Museums in Edinburgh
"This is the big cheese of Edinburgh museums, housed in two utterly different but connected buildings: one Victorian, inspired by Renaissance Venice, and a bold 1990s creation with a tall sandstone tower. The museum does a wonderful job of illuminating the nation’s story, but the 8,000+ exhibits also encompass global history and the natural world. You can’t miss the zany ten-metre Millennium Clock in the main hall, and you should make a beeline for the famous 12th-century Lewis chess pieces, stuffed cloned sheep Dolly and the fabulous creations of the fashion gallery."
Mentioned by Voyage Tips
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"This extremely rich museum has the advantage of being free, so there is no reason to deprive yourself of this interesting cultural break. Located in the Old Town (more precisely on Chambers Street) in a nice building, the National Museum of Scotland is very large (6 floors) and you can easily spend a few hours there to see everything. This modern, fun and interactive museum will appeal to adults and children alike!"
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
10 Best Museums in Edinburgh
"Situated slap-bang in the center of Edinburgh, the National Museum of Scotland is sprawling, highly informative, and very easy to access. It’s also a massively popular museum, thanks in part to the fact that it's free. Collections range from artifacts from ancient Egypt and local archaeological finds, to the remains of the first cloned mammal, Dolly the sheep."
Scottish National Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
4.6 (8645 ratings)4.5 (5073 ratings)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.
The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL, United Kingdom
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Museum of Childhood
Museum of Childhood
4.3 (1678 ratings)4 (1141 ratings)
18th-century buildings housing toy and games collections, exhibitions, puppet theatre and gift shop.
42 High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1TG, United Kingdom
Toy museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by TripSavvy
The 10 Best Museums in Edinburgh
"Be warned, if you take your children to visit the world's first museum devoted to childhood, you probably won't have time to do much of anything else. Full of exhibits and hands-on experiences with toys of the past and present, there are dozens of Dinky cars, doll houses, games, puppets, child-sized cars, and model planes to look at, and sometimes handle. The exhibits of children's clothes chart the development of the concept of childhood and the museum explores the process of growing up."
Mentioned by oneworld365.org
10 Free Things to Do in Edinburgh
"If you have children, or even if you don't you will love the Museum of Childhood. This museum is a magic place where you’ll leave with lots of fond memories. The museum collects different objects from all around the world."
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
4.6 (3034 ratings)4.5 (2461 ratings)
Scots history and celebrity portraits in a grand, red-stone Victorian gallery with a shop and cafe.
1 Queen St, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD, United Kingdom
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Dynamic Earth
Dynamic Earth
4.4 (1682 ratings)4 (2327 ratings)
State-of-the-art family attraction taking visitors through history from the Big Bang to modern day.
Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by edinburgh.org
Top Attractions in Edinburgh - Forever Edinburgh
"Learn about the creation of our planet and travel through time as we explore Earth's past, present and future. Get thrust back in time to the very beginnings of our universe, and witness first hand the big bang and the very first moments of our galaxy and solar system. Make your way back to the present day through volcanic explosions, landscape-forming glaciers and the evolution of our life on Earth."
ScotlandsPeople Centre
ScotlandsPeople Centre
4.5 (38 ratings)4.5 (32 ratings)
National Records of Scotland, HM General Register House, 2 Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 3YY, United Kingdom
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The Fergusson Gallery
The Fergusson Gallery
4.5 (108 ratings)4.5 (72 ratings)
Art museum housing works by JD Fergusson & archives related to modern dancer Margaret Morris.
Marshall Pl, Perth, PH2 8NS, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseums
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Beautifully set in a circular cast-iron building that was once a waterworks, this gallery exhibits an extensive collection of paintings by the Scottish Colourist JD Fergusson in a most impressive display...."
Fraser Gallery St Andrews
Fraser Gallery St Andrews
4.9 (10 ratings)4.5 (53 ratings)
53 South St, St Andrews, KY16 9QR, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Shops in St Andrews
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The People's Story Museum
The People's Story Museum
4.3 (410 ratings)4.5 (330 ratings)
The 16th-century Tolbooth houses a social history museum tracing city life since the late 1700s.
The Royal Mile, 163 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by The Chaotic Scot
5 Free Museums in Edinburgh You Might Not Know About
"The People’s Story sits on the opposite side of the street from the Museum of Edinburgh, and is housed within the Canongate Tolbooth, which has stood on the Royal Mile since 1591. The tolbooth was a once a courtroom, a prison, and a place of gathering for the town council – if only walls could tell tales!. Nowadays, the iconic clock and pretty turrets epitomise Edinburgh’s Old Town charm, and are frequently photographed by passersby."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Museums in Edinburgh
"Sister to the Museum of Edinburgh and also set on the Royal Mile – this time in the 1591 Tolbooth building – this oral history museum delves into the lives of working people in the city, from the 18th century to the late 20th century. You’ll see recreations of a bookbinder’s workshop, a wartime kitchen complete with vintage packaging and a grisly jail cell."
The Black Watch Castle & Museum
The Black Watch Castle & Museum
4.6 (729 ratings)4.5 (827 ratings)
Castle and Black Watch regiment museum, former Earls of Kinnoull residence dating from 16th century.
Hay Street The Black Watch Castle & Museum, Perth, PH1 5HR, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by perthcity.co.uk
City Centre Attractions
"A short stroll through the North Inch park brings you to the mighty Black Watch Castle and Museum. Here, you can immerse yourself in the extraordinary history of The Black Watch, from its formation in 1739 to the amalgamation of the Regiment in 2006. This five-star visitor attraction brings to life the work of the Black Watch regiment and the many pivotal roles it has played in our military history."
Mentioned by Migrating Miss
30 Things to Do in Perth with Kids
"The Black Watch was one of the most important parts of Scottish military history. Inside Balhousie Castle in Perth, you’ll find an entire museum dedicated to this military regiment. With weapons displays, live drums, and an interactive kids programme, there is lots to see and keep them entertained."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Top things to do in Perth, Scotland
"Housed in Balhousie Castle on the edge of North Inch park, this museum honours what was once Scotland’s foremost army regiment (it was subsumed into the new Royal Regiment of Scotland in 2006). Formed in 1725 to..."

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Firth of Forth

The Water of Leith Cafe Bistro
The Water of Leith Cafe Bistro
4.7 (341 ratings)
1 Howard St, Edinburgh, EH3 5JP, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by 10Best
Wonderful waterfront restaurants and cafes in the heart of Edinburgh
"The Water of Leith is a great bistro style cafe which has gained a huge local following and become one of the most popular eateries in the Cannonmills area. The cafe has a relaxed and extremely welcoming ambiance and the French style food is both delectable and reasonably priced. Great Cullen Skink sits happily alongside French classics such as Croque Madame and the specials board is always brimming with tempting treats."
The Braes Bar & Restaurant
The Braes Bar & Restaurant
3.8 (16 ratings)
The Braes Bar & Restaurant St Andrews Holiday Park Kinkell Braes, St Andrews, KY16 8PX, United Kingdom
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The Coffee Mill Cafe
The Coffee Mill Cafe
4.6 (444 ratings)
Cozy family-owned cafe serving soups, sandwiches & salads, plus an all-day breakfast in casual digs.
54-56 West Port, Edinburgh, EH1 2LD, United Kingdom
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop

Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Firth of Forth

C-Shack
C-Shack
4.5 (15 ratings)
3 Pier Pl, Newhaven, Edinburgh EH6 4LP, United Kingdom
Seafood restaurantBar
Mentioned by Time Out Edinburgh
Edinburgh's best seafood restaurants
"It's by the sea – Newhaven Harbour is across the street – the interior looks like a well-appointed surf shack and it has ceviche, chowder, lobster, mussels and oysters on the menu. Meanwhile the specials board could bring scallops with black pudding, sea bream with potatoes, samphire and potted shrimp, and other simple, fresh dishes. Given the owners are Thai – and the premises used to house a Thai restaurant – there may be even be some Asian-inflected options at times."
Teuchters bothy
Teuchters bothy
4.6 (215 ratings)
Warm, homey eatery serving familiar bistro staples & a seafood-leaning menu plus wines & local gins.
1A Dock Pl, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6LU, United Kingdom
BarHamburger restaurantPubSeafood restaurant
Wildfire
Wildfire
4.5 (608 ratings)
Locally-sourced and simply prepared beef and seafood served in intimate, wood and bare stone decor.
192 Rose St, Edinburgh, EH2 4AZ, United Kingdom
Steak houseSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by Scotland 5 days itinerary
5 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Itinerary
"Other things to do in Dunkeld include walking along the river to see the Thomas Telford Bridge, checking out the shops along Atholl Street (and the Atholl Memorial Fountain), checking out the colorful exteriors of the “Little Houses” of Dunkeld which include twenty 18th century private houses restored by the National Trust of Scotland, and stopping at the National Trust owned Ell Shop, which is a restored weaver’s shop. If you have more time, there are a number of lovely woodland walks around Dunkeld including taking a trail through the Hermitage."
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Steak Restaurants In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by Mary Alexiou (@marilein_alexiou) on Aug 30, 2017 at 11:19am PDT. Small and cosy, Wildfire is a family-run steak and seafood bistro that offers a superb menu of food and drink coupled with a quality of service that makes every customer feel special. With exquisitely prepared, top-quality Aberdeen Angus beef and locally-sourced produce where possible, Wildfire is the perfect place to spend some quality time with a friend, partner or family member."
Mentioned by 10Best
Edinburgh's Best Seafood: Fresh Fish and Shellfish from the Scottish Sea
"This is a welcoming, family-run restaurant in the center of the city. Rose Street is a popular destination for pub crawls, but if you need something to eat after a drinking session, or you've been shopping on nearby Princes Street, then you'll find great steak and seafood here. The best Aberdeen Angus steak, Scottish lamb, West coast mussels, fresh fish, and delicious local cheeses can all be found on the menu."

Historic Sites in Firth of Forth

The Ensign Ewart
The Ensign Ewart
4.5 (1367 ratings)5 (3 ratings)
Cosy pub, dating from 1690, with a low, wood-beamed ceiling and an all-day Scottish/European menu.
521-523 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PE, United Kingdom
PubSights & LandmarksHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Tolbooth Tavern
Tolbooth Tavern
4.4 (1026 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
Atmospheric pub, in a reputedly haunted 16th-century building, with wall lamps and framed pictures.
167 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
PubSights & LandmarksRestaurantHistoric Sites
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse
4.5 (12333 ratings)4.5 (9935 ratings)
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques and relics.
Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland
"This palace is the royal family's official residence in Scotland but is more famous as the 16th-century home of the ill-fated Mary, Queen of Scots. The highlight of the tour is Mary's Bedchamber, home to the unfortunate queen from 1561 to 1567. It was here that her jealous second husband, Lord Darnley, restrained the pregnant queen while his henchmen murdered her secretary – and favourite – David Rizzio. A plaque in the neighbouring room marks the spot where Rizzio bled to death."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
2 Days In Edinburgh: The Perfect Edinburgh Itinerary
"All the recommendations so far have been along the Royal Mile, the lovely stretch of interconnecting streets which run from Edinburgh Castle down to Holyrood Palace. It’s not exactly a mile long, but it’s near enough, and is filled with a variety of attractions, from the above mentioned, through to souvenir shops, restaurants and pubs."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 4 days itinerary
4 Day Edinburgh Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"If you want to save money when visiting the city’s popular attractions, consider purchasing the Royal Edinburgh Ticket. This is a pre-paid attraction pass which includes FREE entry to royal sites including, Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Firth of Forth

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