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The Local Edinburgh Guide to art galleries, shops, pop up shows, public and private exhibitions.

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art

5 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR - Map

An amazing building and grounds that are home to an ever changing art collection. The Modern Art Gallery in the Dean area of Edinburgh is favourite for many art lovers and anyone looking for an interesting time. The building itself … Read More

Category: Culture, Great Galleries
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Dovecot Studios

10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT - Map

Forget any preconceived ideas about what ‘crafts’ are and enter a modern space that shows exceptional work. The Dovecot Studios shows the best work from leading craft makers and artists. The building used to be a public swimming bath before … Read More

Category: Arts & Crafts Shopper, Culture, Great Galleries, Newington
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The Adam Pottery & Studios

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76 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BJ - Map

A local working pottery ceramics studio and gallery exhibiting an inspired range of work. Founded by Janet Adam in 1983 the basement space was formerly a bakers; this is not an awkward gallery spaces its all very relaxed here. Janet is … Read More

Category: Arts & Crafts Shopper, Independent Local Traders, New Town, Shopper
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Fruit Market Gallery

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The Fruit Market Gallery has a reputation for exhibiting lively and divisive art. This gallery tends not to sit in safe middle ground which is refreshing and surprising in this historic area of Edinburgh. The Gallery is located behind Waverly … Read More

Category: Culture, Great Galleries, Old Town
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Scotsman Steps by Martin Creed

104 steps in different marble, this is an inspired and sympathetic public art piece by Turner Prize winner Martin Creed. The enclosed stairs that run from the Scotsman on the bridges down to the Old Town and Waverley Station is … Read More

Category: City Walking, Newington, Old Town, Update, Visitor
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Edinburgh Arts Venue: Summerhall

History, science, academia, creativity, and an inspired vision for Summerhall promises it will be at the forefront of  Edinburgh’s arts scene. Positioned in a landscape of university buildings, festival venues and international theatres Summerhall will be a year round arts … Read More

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Out of the Blue Drill Hall

36 Dalmeny Street, Edinburgh, EH6 8RG - Map

A cultural hub with a cafe and range of public events from art sales to flea markets. This former army drill hall has become a centre for artists studios and community events. The large inside hall is home to a … Read More

Category: Area, Arts & Crafts Shopper, Curio & Collectables, Leith, Shopper
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Kiss The Fish

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9 Dean Park Street, Edinburgh, EH4 1JN - Map

A great place to get creative, fun environment, lots to choose from and a friendly helpful team on hand to help! Located in Stockbridge Kiss The Fish is a shop and art studio for children and adults. Anyone can pop in and choose … Read More

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