National Library of Scotland (George IV Bridge Building)
Edinburgh
Situated in the heart of Edinburgh the National Library of Scotland is the country’s largest library. Within its collections of millions of items one can view books, manuscripts, newspapers, maps, films and many other formats, from Scotland and beyond.
Activities
Discover stories of the National Library's history, collections and how you can explore them for yourself as we celebrate our centenary year. With drop-in games and activities for all ages, entry to our Treasures and Dear Library exhibitions and an introduction to our Reading Rooms, as well as bookable behind-the-scenes tours of the Library’s stack floors hidden below George IV Bridge.
Guided Tours
Our guided tours will take you through the towering, book-laden stacks that are not usually open to the public.
Bookable tours with limited capacity will last 30 minutes and run at 10:15, 11:45, 13:15 and 14:45.
Collection ShowcasesCollection showcases with limited capacity will last 30 minutes and run at 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 and 15:30.
Facilities
Additional Access Information
Due to the space restrictions of some aspects of our historic building there will be a limited capacity for wheelchairs and pushchairs on tours. Please contact us in advance if you will be bringing either.
Gallery
Key Information
Guided tours must be pre-booked. Bookings and a full list of National Library Doors Open Day events in Edinburgh and Glasgow can be found here.
Where to find us
Address
- National Library of Scotland (George IV Bridge Building)
- George IV Bridge
- Edinburgh
- EH1 1EW