Surgeons' Hall Museums
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A medical museum in Edinburgh, home to one of the UK's most historic pathology collections, including exhibits on the infamous Burke and Hare.

šŸ“œ Award-winning medical museum in Edinburgh, open since 1832.
šŸ” Houses one of the largest and most historic pathology collections in the UK.

Why Go

šŸ’€ See Burke and Hare exhibit, including a book bound in Burke's skin
šŸ”¬ Explore centuries of surgical development and medical history
ā™æ Fully accessible with lifts and wheelchair access
šŸ¤– Discover the Body Voyager gallery on robotic surgery

Why Avoid

šŸ“ø Photography not permitted inside the museum
āš ļø Contains human remains, which some visitors may find upsetting

Tips

ā³ Allow at least two hours for your visit
šŸš¶ Located in city center, 10-minute walk from Waverley train station
šŸ”ž Recommended age 10+, some events 16+ or 18+

Cost

šŸ’° Adults Ā£10.00, concessions and family tickets available.

Hours

šŸ•’ Typically open daily 10am-5pm, check website for specific dates.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Public parking available nearby.

šŸš» Toilets

Accessible toilets available.

Last updated 9 days ago

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