National Galleries Scotland: Portrait
A neo-Gothic palace dedicated to exploring various aspects of the Scottish story, the Portrait is a hidden gem right at the heart of Edinburgh. The art tel...
artsandculture.google.comPortrait house in Edinburgh houses Scotland's National Portrait Gallery in a neo-Gothic building modeled on Venice's Doges Palace, hosting portraits of Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie, among historic figures and contemporary portraits including Sean Connery, Robbie Coltrane, and Tilda Swinton. It spans political, cultural, and artistic figures with a focus on the Scottish story and identity, and the gallery regularly hosts exhibitions and family-friendly activities. As part of National Galleries Scotland, overseeing multiple national collections.