Plan Your Visit

How to find us and explore Linlithgow’s fascinating history and intriguing stories

A Warm Welcome Awaits

Everything you need to know before your visit to Linlithgow Museum, from opening times and accessibility information to directions and facilities.

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Opening Times

Thursday-Saturday: 10am-4pm | Sunday: 1pm-4pm

Opening times may occasionally vary for events or holidays. Please check our social media channels for the latest updates.

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Admission

Free Entry

If you enjoy your visit, please consider supporting the museum to help us continue sharing Linlithgow’s stories and keeping the museum open for everyone.

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Find Us

At the heart of Linlithgow

Linlithgow Museum is located on the first floor of the Linlithgow Partnership Centre on Linlithgow High Street, around 5 minutes’ walk from Linlithgow Palace.

Getting Here

Linlithgow Museum
Tam Dalyell House
Linlithgow Partnership Centre
93 High Street
Linlithgow
EH49 7EZ

Linlithgow Museum is located on the first floor of the Linlithgow Partnership Centre on Linlithgow High Street, just 5 minutes’ walk from Linlithgow Palace.

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How to Get Here

However you travel, Linlithgow Museum is easy to reach in the heart of the town.

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BY TRAIN

Linlithgow Station is around a 10-minute walk away along the High Street, with frequent trains from Glasgow and Edinburgh seven days a week.

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BY CAR

Linlithgow is easily reached from the M9. Leave at Junction 3 when travelling from Edinburgh and the east, or Junction 4 when travelling from the west, then follow signs for Linlithgow.

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BY BUS

There are bus stops just a few dozen yards away at the east side of Linlithgow Cross. Buses heading East stop at the north side of the High Street; buses heading West on the south side.

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PARKING

Limited parking, including a designated disabled parking space, is available in Court Square beside the museum. Alternatively, The Cross Car Park offers paid parking just a few minutes’ walk away.

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BY BIKE

Bike parking is available directly outside the Partnership Centre.

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BY BOAT

We’re only a few minutes walk downhill from the Union Canal, with moorings next to the Linlithgow Canal Centre.

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Accessibility

We want everyone to feel welcome at Linlithgow Museum.

The museum is located on the first floor of the Linlithgow Partnership Centre, with step-free access via a lift. Accessible toilet facilities are available within the building, and a designated disabled parking space is located nearby in Court Square.

If you have particular access requirements or would like to know more before your visit, take a look at our full accessibility information.

Accessibility Information

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Visiting with Families

Little visitors are very welcome!

Linlithgow Museum is a relaxed, family-friendly place where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions and discover history for themselves.

Look out for BB, our time-travelling museum mascot, and her Explorer Challenges, with activities designed to help curious young visitors discover the stories and objects around the museum.

We’re free to visit, so you can stay for as long – or as little – as suits your family.

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Groups and Schools

Discover Linlithgow’s stories together.

We welcome school groups, community organisations and other organised visits to Linlithgow Museum.

Whether you’re planning a learning session, a group visit or something tailored to your interests, we’d be delighted to hear from you and help you make the most of your visit.

Please contact us in advance to discuss your group and how we can help.

Email: enquiries@linlithgowmuseum.org

Find out more about Groups & Schools

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Explore More of Linlithgow

Why not combine your visit with nearby attractions including:

  • Linlithgow Palace

  • St Michael’s Parish Church

  • Linlithgow Loch

  • Linlithgow High Street shops and cafés

  • Beecraigs Country Park and Cockleroy