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Talbot Rice Gallery

ArtClosed · Opens 10amFreeEdinburgh Waverley (15 min walk)

Talbot Rice Gallery is the public art gallery of the University of Edinburgh and part of Edinburgh College of Art, housed in Old College on South Bridge. It stages ambitious contemporary exhibitions across three spaces, including the white-cube White Gallery and the neoclassical Georgian Gallery designed by William Playfair as the university's 19th-century natural history museum. Admission is free.

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Getting there

The University of Edinburgh, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

Nearest station: Edinburgh Waverley (15 min walk), South Bridge bus stops, St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams)

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Hours

Final weekend opening 27 September, 10:00–17:00

MonClosed
Tue10:00–17:00
Wed10:00–17:00
ThuToday10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
SunClosed

Admission

Free

Accessibility

Lift from ground floor to the White Gallery; stair lift to the Georgian Gallery; wheelchair and folding chairs on request; accessible toilet; large-print guides.

Nearby

National Museum of Scotland

HistoryFree2 min walk

Surgeons' Hall Museums

Architecture2 min walk

Dovecot Studios

DesignFree2 min walk

Museum of Childhood

ChildrenFree5 min walk

Visitor Information

Is Talbot Rice Gallery free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Talbot Rice Gallery is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Talbot Rice Gallery?
Talbot Rice Gallery is open Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; closed Sunday and Monday. Open Sunday 27 September 2026 (final weekend of Anne Hardy). Hours vary during exhibition changeovers; check the website.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Talbot Rice Gallery?
Talbot Rice Gallery is located at The University of Edinburgh, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, United Kingdom, in the Old Town area of Edinburgh. The nearest stations are Edinburgh Waverley (15 min walk), South Bridge bus stops, St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams).
What can I see at Talbot Rice Gallery?
The University of Edinburgh's free contemporary art gallery, set inside Robert Adam and Playfair's Old College. Current highlights include Fiona Lutjenhuis, Trading Zone 2027, Anne Hardy.
Do I need to book Talbot Rice Gallery in advance?
Talbot Rice Gallery is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Talbot Rice Gallery?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Talbot Rice Gallery accessible?
Lift from ground floor to the White Gallery; stair lift to the Georgian Gallery; wheelchair and folding chairs on request; accessible toilet; large-print guides.

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