From 28th February - 7th September 2025, the Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography exhibition will be on display. Milestone photographic portraits of the Royal Family will be featured in this exhibition charting the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day, bringing together more than 90 photographic prints, proofs and documents from the Royal Collection and the Royal Archives. 

The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse was built in the shell of the former Holyrood Free Church and Duchess of Gordon's School at the entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse in the 1840s, and is home to changing exhibitions. The 1999 redesign complements the original 19th-century architecture, elements of which were incorporated into the new spaces.

Step into The King’s Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and discover stunning exhibitions from the Royal Collection. Located right next to the Palace entrance, this elegant gallery showcases a changing line-up of treasures, paintings, photographs, and royal artifacts, often by world-famous artists like Warhol and Beaton. Current exhibitions include “Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography,” featuring striking royal images from the 1920's to today.

Your ticket includes a free multimedia guide and full access to this beautifully restored building. The gallery is wheelchair accessible, and there’s a gift shop for royal-themed souvenirs. Combine your visit with entry to the Palace and gardens for a great day out in Edinburgh’s historic heart.

Please Note:

• Confirmation sent by email within minutes of booking

• You will need to print your eTicket

Your ticket includes:

• General admission to The King's Gallery

Important Information

• You do not need to pre-book.
• Each eTicket is valid only on the date stated on the eTicket.
• Please print and present your eTicket upon arrival. Visitors will only be issued admission upon presentation of a printed eTicket.
• Under 5s are free and but do require an eTicket.
• eTickets can be purchased online up to 11.45pm the day before the intended visit.
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• Online bookings are limited to a maximum of 12 visitors.
• eTickets purchased through Picniq are non refundable. The date of the visit can be amended for a fee of £10. Terms and Conditions apply.

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Map & Directions

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Directions

The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX 
By car: There is a public car park adjacent to the Palace. 
By train: Edinburgh Waverley. The Palace is a 15-minute walk from the station. 
By coach / bus: Bus numbers 6 and Skylink 300 stop near the Palace.

Opening Times

Thursday to Monday:

1st November - 31st March: 9.30am - 4.30pm (last admission 3:30pm)

1st April - 31st October: 9:30am - 6:00pm (last admission 5.00pm)

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