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Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage tickets and tips

🚒Explore Scotland’s firefighting history from the 1800s to today
🧑‍🚒Historic fire engines, uniforms, equipment and hands-on displays
🏛️Interactive and educational experience for families, adults and school groups
🔥A fascinating indoor attraction celebrating bravery, innovation and public service

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Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage,
1A Dryden Terrace EH7 4NB, Edinburgh

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When is it open?

Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage opening times

Fri – Sun 10 am – 4 pm

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage facilities

First Aid
Pushchair Friendly
Toilets
Quiet Room

Here’s the questions people are asking about Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

Most visitors spend around 30–60 minutes exploring the museum, although you can take longer if you wish to read all exhibits in detail.

Yes. The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage is an indoor attraction, making it a good option for rainy or colder days in Edinburgh.

Visitors can explore historic fire engines, vintage uniforms, tools, photographs and archival materials that chart the development of firefighting techniques, equipment and training in Scotland over nearly 200 years.

Yes. The museum includes interactive displays and hands-on elements that help bring the history to life, particularly for younger visitors. These features encourage learning through exploration rather than passive viewing.

Most visitors spend between 30 and 60 minutes exploring the museum, but those with a strong interest in history or firefighting may choose to stay longer.

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Contact Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage directly using the info below.

0131 550 4954

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Laura Says

Really interesting and well presented

David Says

Small museum with lots to discover

Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage tips and tricks

People say...

Laura Says...

Really interesting and well presented

David Says...

Small museum with lots to discover

Sarah Says...

Perfect for families and history fans

Mark Says...

Informative and different

Here’s the questions people are asking about Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

Q. How long does a visit usually take?

Q. Is the museum indoors?

Q. What types of exhibits can visitors expect to see?

Q. Are there interactive or hands-on elements?

Q. How much time should I allow for my visit?

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