They have a green oasis section where you can go and sip a cocktail while you catch a view of the calton hill.
National museum edinburgh roof terrace.
Panoramic views across edinburgh s spectacular skyline at james thomson s rooftop tower restaurant.
National museum of scotland.
At the top of the glasshouse hotel is a rooftop bar with an incredible terrace.
National museum of scotland chambers street edinburgh eh1 1jf tel.
This is still a hidden gem i think there may be more people in warmer months than january and i don t mind letting you all in on the secret that the roof terrace has some of the best views of edinburgh castle.
The route and door to the lift are a bit obscure.
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Cafe very pleasant under the glass roof.
For many locals this destination is a well kept secret so you don t want to miss it.
Well laid out artefacts in a way children would appreciate.
Most of the time when you look out at a view of edinburgh you are looking down at the city here you are looking across the chimney pots and towards the spires.
The terrace was designed by sculptor andy goldsworthy in honor of edinburgh born james hutton known as the founder of modern geology.
Edinburgh is a fantastic city for views but i think the roof terrace at the national museum of scotland offers a unique opportunity to see the city at roof top height.
Sandstone blocks sit on the decked platform and plant life.
Uniquely located in central edinburgh above the national museum of scotland atmospheric edinburgh castle edinburgh s royal mile and edinburgh s old town can be admired.
Don t miss the roof terrace for the edinburgh views.
Open all day from 10am until 10pm 7 days.
The roof can be hard to find but persevere.