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National Galleries Scotland: Modern One
Museum4.6 · 4 8524.2 · 451≈ 1 h 30 minFree entry
A flagship venue of the National Galleries of Scotland, housed in an imposing 1825 neoclassical building designed by William Burn. The museum showcases modern and contemporary art from 1900 to the present, featuring masterworks by Matisse, Picasso, Giacometti, Bacon, and Andy Warhol. Outside, visitors can wander through an acclaimed sculpture park highlighted by Charles Jencks' sculpted earthwork 'Landform' and bronzes by Henry Moore.
Highlights
- Masterpieces of modern art by Picasso, Matisse, and Warhol
- Charles Jencks' stepped earthwork installation 'Landform'
- Sculpture park featuring major bronzes by Henry Moore
Opening hours
| Mon | 10:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Fri | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 – 17:00 |
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