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The Anatomical Museum, The University of Edinburgh

Name: The Anatomical Museum, The University of Edinburgh
Rating: 4

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Seize a rare chance to visit the Anatomical Museum, the University of Edinburgh's original medical school collection. Study historic anatomical specimens on a booked open day, ideally with a guide explaining them.

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Full description

The Anatomical Museum is the original anatomy museum of the university's medical school, preserved as a relic of how medicine was taught. Its collection of specimens is unflinching rather than sensational, and reviewers describe it as fascinating and educational for anyone who can handle the subject.

Access is limited: the museum opens only on particular open days and visits must be booked ahead through the university website. Guided tours by the curator have impressed past visitors.

Plan around 45 minutes once you have secured a slot.

Access is limited: the museum opens only on particular open days and visits must be booked ahead through the university website. Guided tours by the curator have impressed past visitors.

Plan around 45 minutes once you have secured a slot.

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Address

Doorway 3, McEwan Hall, Teviot Pl, Edinburgh EH8 9AG, 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

Check the university website for open days and book ahead, as walk-ins are not possible
join a guided tour if one is offered
expect graphic specimens and prepare accordingly.

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Reviews

Must book in advance. The building, history and collection are all nice but it is a small museum.

4/5

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