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Scottish Parliament Building

Name: Scottish Parliament Building
Rating: 4.3

4.3 ·

Step inside the Scottish Parliament Building, where modern architecture meets working democracy. See the debating chamber and exhibition space, then stop at the cafe in a visit that costs nothing.

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Full description

The Scottish Parliament Building stands at the foot of the Royal Mile, a modern design of curves and angles clad in oak and granite inside. Entry is free after a brief security check, and visitors can see the debating chamber, look round an exhibition space, and use the cafe and gift shop.

Reviewers say it is distinctive to look at and especially rewarding if you are interested in politics or how government works. Guided tours are also available.

A visit takes around 45 minutes.

Reviewers say it is distinctive to look at and especially rewarding if you are interested in politics or how government works. Guided tours are also available.

A visit takes around 45 minutes.

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Address

Horse Wynd, Edinburgh EH99 1SP, UK

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

45 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Expect a short security check on entry
the cafe offers options for coeliac visitors
check opening on the day, as parliamentary business can affect access.

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Reviews

A good & interesting visit to the parliament building. Access was free and with a brief security check you are in. Well wirth a look around. The cafe is also very good with a range of items for Coeliacs. Not cheap but not as bad as some seen recently. The parliament session was due the start on the following day so…

Ian Henderson

1/5

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