All Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums to visit in Scotland

Discover the artistic treasures of the past at 11 museums in Scotland dedicated to medieval and early Renaissance art. These museums showcase masterpieces from a pivotal era in art history.

Are you captivated by medieval and Renaissance art? Here are the best museums to visit in Scotland:

  1. Edinburgh Castle1

    Edinburgh Castle

     Edinburgh
    This most famous of Scottish castles has a complex building history. The oldest part, St Margaret’s Chapel, dates from the 12th century; the Great Hall was erected by James IV around 1510; the Half Moon Battery by the Regent Morton in the late 16th century; and the Scottish National War Memorial aft
  2. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum2

    Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

     Glasgow
    The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, situated in Glasgow, Scotland, is a renowned museum and art gallery. After undergoing a three-year renovation, it reopened in 2006 and quickly became one of Scotland's most frequented visitor centres. This makes it a significant point of interest for tourists exploring Scotland's rich cultural and historical heritage.
  3. Burrell Collection3

    Burrell Collection

     Glasgow
    The Burrell Collection is a museum/art collection in Glasgow. The Burrell Collection consists of objects collected by Sir William Burrell, a wealthy Glaswegian shipping magnate. It includes an important collection of medieval art including stained glass and tapestries, oak furniture, medieval weapon
  4. St Andrews Cathedral And St Rule's Tower4

    St Andrews Cathedral And St Rule's Tower

     Saint Andrews
    St Andrews Cathedral has a rich history that dates back to the year 742. It was during this time that the relics of the apostle Saint Andrew, who is now the patron saint of Scotland, arrived in the area. This event marked the beginning of the cathedral's existence and its significance in Scottish history.
  5. Dunkeld Cathedral Chapter House Museum5

    Dunkeld Cathedral Chapter House Museum

     Dunkeld
    Dunkeld Cathedral is a significant place of worship for the Church of Scotland. It is situated on the north bank of the River Tay in the town of Dunkeld, within the region of Perth and Kinross in Scotland. This location offers visitors a chance to experience a piece of Scotland's religious history while enjoying the scenic beauty of the surrounding area.
  6. Brodie Castle6

    Brodie Castle

     Forres
    Brodie Castle is a significant historical site located ten kilometers northeast of Nairn in the Scottish Council Area Highland. This castle is the ancestral home of the Brodie Clan, making it a place of great historical significance. Visitors can explore the castle and learn about the history of the Brodie Clan and their influence in Scotland.
  7. Provand's Lordship7

    Provand's Lordship

     Glasgow
    Provand’s Lordship, located in Glasgow, Scotland, is a villa that has a rich history dating back to 1471. It was originally built for the Bishop of Glasgow, Andrew Muirhead, and has since served various purposes, including a parsonage. Today, it stands as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into its storied past.
  8. Bothwell Castle8

    Bothwell Castle

     Bothwell
    Bothwell is Scotland’s largest and finest 13th century castle. Part of the original circular keep survives. At Uddingston off the B7071.
  9. Dunblane Museum9

    Dunblane Museum

     Dunblane
    Dunblane Museum is opposite Dunblane Cathedral. Its building goes back to 1624, when it was the home of the Dean of the Cathedral. The museum features exhibits related to the mediaeval cathedral, Archaeology, Coins and Medals, Communion Tokens, Personalities, Decorative and Applied Art and Social Hi
  10. Alloa Tower10

    Alloa Tower

     Alloa
    Alloa Tower is the ancestral home of the Earls of Mar. It is one of Scotland’s largest surviving medieval Tower houses with an important collection of portraits, silver and furniture; temporary exhibitions from family’s private collections. Features of the tower, where Queen Mary once stayed, includ
  11. 11

    Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery

     Dunbar
    John Muir's Birthplace is a museum located in Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland. It is dedicated to the life and work of the Scottish-American conservationist John Muir. The museum is run by the East Lothian Council Museums Service and serves as a centre for study and interpretation of Muir's work. Muir, a renowned naturalist and preservationist, was born in this house on 21 April 1838.