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National Library of Scotland

Visit the Library

Find everything you need to plan your visit to the National Library of Scotland in Edinburgh or Glasgow, from opening hours to accessibility.

George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

Join the Library, view collections in our reading rooms, access eResources, and enjoy our exhibitions, events, café and shop.
The building exterior at the entrance of the National Library of Scotland with people outside

Maps at Causewayside, Edinburgh

Visit the Maps Reading Room in our Causewayside building in Edinburgh to access our extensive maps collection.
The exterior of the National Library of Scotland's Causewayside building

Kelvin Hall, Glasgow

View films from our Moving Image Archive, attend workshops and events, and access online Library resources.
The exterior of the entrance of Kelvin Hall in Glasgow during early morning

On-site services

Consult collections in person

Find out how to use the collections in person and plan your visit to one of our reading rooms or consultation spaces.

Schools and teachers

School visits, workshops for schools, and teacher training opportunities.

Discover endless stories and resources.

Join the Library to get access to our reading rooms, visit us to get a library card, preorder books online and access our digital resources wherever you are and at anytime you need them.
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Your donation preserves Scotland's rich heritage, ensuring that our world-renowned resources remain accessible to future generations. Every gift, large or small, makes a difference.
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