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Step 1
Research coach and local Edinburgh bus access options by visiting the Traveline Scotland website (see Resources below). It contains journey planners for both inter-city and intra-city bus routes.
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Step 2
Take the train to Edinburgh's Waverley Station. It is only a few minutes' walk from Chambers Street, where the museum complex is located. It is well-marked by street signs.
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Step 3
Arrive by car. Though the museum encourages those who visit to arrive by public transportation, there are several car parks near the museum where guests can pay to leave their cars.
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Step 4
Enjoy the Museum of Scotland free of charge! Admission to both the Museum of Scotland and the Royal Museum costs nothing.
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Step 1
Know that the Museum of Scotland is open daily from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Exceptions apply during the Christmas season.
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Explore all there is to do during your visit! With exhibits on just about everything from Dolly, the sheep who was the world's first cloned animal, to ancient Egyptian mummies, the Museum of Scotland offers a staggering range of items of interest. Use the official Museum of Scotland website to familiarize yourself with the permanent collection (see Resources below).
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Step 3
Stay abreast of any special events being held or any special collections that may be visiting. Topics from digital animation to the early drawings of Pablo Picasso have been featured in past events. The Museum of Scotland is proud to offer a year-round program of exciting events.
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Step 4
Take advantage of the wide range of public services offered by the museum's staff. Family events, lectures and workshops, courses and guided tours are among the many community educational services offered by the Museum of Scotland. It is best to call ahead to ask about this year's specific schedules before you visit.
