National Library of Scotland
The exterior of the National Library of Scotland's Causewayside building

Book a behind-the-scenes tour of our Causewayside building, home to Scotland's national map collection. This is a special opportunity as part of the Doors Open Day festival.

Our Causewayside building is an iconic piece of modern architecture, purpose-built to house the Library's collections. The tour will take you through parts of the Library not usually open to the public. You will discover the building's design and the range of activities that take place here.

Tours will last approximately one hour. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour is due to start.

Tour times

  • 12 pm noon

  • 1:15 pm

  • 2:30 pm

  • 3:45 pm

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