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.

Maps at Causewayside, Edinburgh
Visit the Maps Reading Room in our Causewayside building in Edinburgh to access our extensive maps collection.

Kelvin Hall, Glasgow
View films from our Moving Image Archive, attend workshops and events, and access online Library resources.

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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