Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Amazing building is worth a visit in itself. Conveniently located in the city centre. The permanent collection is good and there are always interesting exhibitions on. Some are pay to enter, most are free. If you visit a lot, I recommend looking into becoming a Friend of the National Galleries of Scotland, for free entry to the paid exhibitions, and other benefits. Visit the library and look at curious exhibits relating to the Edinburgh Phrenological Society! Large cafe with impressive selection of salads, soups, sandwiches and called, including gluten free cakes. Portraits of contemporary and recent Scottish celebrities (writers, actors, and so on) are on the cafe walls.

Really enjoyed walking around here. There was so much art work walk stand and admire. Probably some of the largest sized paintings I have ever seen. Nice little gift shop inside as well with various things for sale. All staff were very helpful and friendly.