Early years
Book a gallery visit for 3 to 5-year-olds to discover the stories and magic of art.
Discover the inspiration and power of the visual arts, through historic, modern and contemporary art. Gallery visits align closely with the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence to nurture creativity, develop skills and deepen understanding of culture in Scotland and the world.
You can also take inspiration from our online learning resources for ideas to engage learners with art, wherever you are.
Plan a visit
Book your self-led gallery visit or workshop below. If your learners have additonal needs contact us and we'll tailor a visit to suit your needs.
Secondary school / FE
Book a group visit to deepen understanding of art in Scotland and the world.
Higher education
The galleries are a valuable resource for students and tutors in higher education. Book a self-led visit now.
Resources
Explore our teachers' resources, for use in the classroom and in the gallery.
You Art World
Your Art World is an online community by and for 3-18 year olds: a place to think, wonder, create and share your art online. Find resources and open-ended challenges to inspire critical thinking, play and individual voice
Learning through pictures
Whether you want to introduce a new topic, encourage literacy or just get to know your students better, art postcards can be used in many ways across the curriculum.
Portrait Gallery
Watch this short welcome video / social story to prepare your learners for their visit to the Portrait Gallery. It introduces the people, the spaces and how to get around.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One)
Watch this short welcome video / social story to prepare your learners for their visit to Modern One. It introduces the people, the spaces and how to get around.
Which gallery do you want to visit?
There is so much to discover at all our galleries in the centre of Edinburgh.
Scottish National Gallery
Home to one of the greatest art collections in the world.
Open daily, 10am-5pm
Modern Two
Modern Two is currently closed. Our research facilities are open by appointment.
Closed
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Come face to face with the people who shape Scotland’s past, present and future.
Open daily, 10am-5pm