National Museum of Scotland
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- From £800 per hour
- 1500 people
- Old Town
- 1200m² (12917ft²)
Spaces in National Museum of Scotland
Entrance Hall
The Rooftops on Level 5 provide a prestigious setting with floor-to-ceiling windows and fabulous views over Edinburgh's Old Town and the castle. The space is suitable for breakfast meetings, lunches, receptions, and dinners, with the option to use the private roof terrace for additional event space. The Auditorium Complex offers comprehensive facilities for conferencing, presentations, and performances, including a 200-seat auditorium with a full suite of audiovisual equipment and exclusive use of the South Hall Gallery and Events Space.
Board and Bute Rooms
The Board and Bute Rooms at the National Museum of Scotland offer a stunning and versatile setting for a wide range of events. The suite of stunning private rooms is split across three levels and can accommodate events such as private dining, meetings, workshops, and weddings. The circular Bute Room is a striking and flexible space suitable for almost any occasion, while the Boardroom boasts a beautiful burr maple central table and panoramic windows overlooking Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Castle. The rooms are crowned with a private roof terrace offering 360-degree views of the city. The venue also offers the Hawthornden Court, Kingdom of the Scots, Early People gallery, and the Galleries, providing a variety of atmospheric spaces for different types of events.
See venueAuditorium Complex
The Auditorium Complex at the National Museum of Scotland provides comprehensive facilities for conferencing, presentations, and performances. It includes a 200-seat Auditorium with a full suite of audiovisual equipment. The hire also includes exclusive use of the South Hall Gallery and Events Space, offering convenient spaces for breakout sessions, catering, and exhibitions. The space is suitable for a wide range of events, from intimate private dining and weddings to conferences and awards ceremonies. The versatile setting ensures an unforgettable event, surrounded by history and dramatic objects from the museum's collection.
See venueRooftops
Rooftops on Level 5 of the National Museum of Scotland is a prestigious setting with floor to ceiling windows and a fabulous outlook over Edinburgh’s Old Town and unrivalled views of the castle. It is an ideal setting for hosting breakfast meetings, lunches, receptions, dinners, and other events. The space also features a private roof terrace, which can be used for receptions, BBQs, or as a photo opportunity. The venue offers a unique and stunning Edinburgh setting for a variety of events.
See venueAbout National Museum of Scotland
Bright, modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays & a cafe.