Visiting Scottish Parliament: what to know
- Tickets
- Free entry to public areas. Check the official website for tour prices.
- Time needed
- One to two hours.
- Best time
- Weekdays during parliamentary sessions to observe debates.
- Getting there
- Walk from Edinburgh Waverley station or take a bus to Holyrood.
Edinburgh itineraries with Scottish Parliament
Scottish Parliament is on day 2
Scottish Parliament is on day 8
Day 2 of Edinburgh & the Old Town
Museum and Parliament
How Scottish Parliament fits into a day.- 9:30National Museum of ScotlandNational Museum of Scotland
- 11:45Greyfriars KirkyardGreyfriars Kirkyard
- 14:00Scottish Parliament BuildingScottish Parliament
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Scottish Parliament FAQs
Can visitors enter the Scottish Parliament?
Yes. The public can attend debates from the gallery and take guided tours on most days.
Is there an entry fee for the Scottish Parliament?
Entry to public areas is free. Tour costs vary; confirm on the official site.
When is the Scottish Parliament open to the public?
Hours depend on the parliamentary calendar. Check the website for current schedules.
