The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse

Description

Built in the shell of the former Holyrood Free Church and Duchess of Gordon’s School, The King’s Gallery was opened in 2002 by the late Queen Elizabeth II and exhibits magnificent works from the Royal Collection. 

Before you step inside, marvel at the traditional Scottish style of the entrance doors, made of oak and gilded bronze hinges. Don’t forget to look up at Scotland’s heraldic lion sitting above. 

Palace of Holyroodhouse
Venture into the historic palace to see the lavish State Apartments, including the Throne Room, the Privy Chamber, the Great Gallery and the King’s Bedchamber — the grandest room of all. You’ll also discover Mary, Queen of Scots’ chambers, the oldest section of the palace. Here, you can explore the Supper Room, where Mary’s private secretary, David Rizzio, was murdered by her jealous husband and a group of powerful Scottish lords. What’s more, you can still see the bloodstains on the floor! Your ticket also includes access to Holyrood Abbey and the Palace Gardens.

The Edwardians: Age of Elegance (24th April – 6th December 2026)
Explore the glitzy world of two of Britain’s most fashionable royal couples, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and King George V and Queen Mary, through their family connections, royal events, global travels and art collecting. After a successful run in London, the exhibition will showcase more than 150 items, including fashion, paintings and books, as well as personal items such as jewellery, photographs and chinaware, more than half of which are on show in Scotland for the first time. See works from the Royal Collection by many of the period’s most celebrated names, including Fabergé, Tiffany & Co, and Edward Burne-Jones.