Museum on the Mound

The Museum on the Mound is located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, just 500 metres from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street!

About Museum on the Mound

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Want to see a million pounds? See Scotland's oldest banknote? Explore the changing face of Edinburgh? Build a model home? Crack open a safe? These are just some of the things you can see and do at the Museum on the Mound!

Located in the historic Bank of Scotland Head Office, this fascinating museum takes a fresh look at money – and much, much more. Art & design, technology, crime, trade and security – all feature in the story of money.

We are open throughout the year and admission is FREE. We look forward to seeing you!

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Upcoming Events at Museum on the Mound

Family and Kids

Festive Fun at Museum on the Mound

3rd December 2025 - 6th January 2026

Museum on the Mound, Edinburgh Old Town

Museum on the Mound is delighted to be offering fun, free family-friendly activities, trails and handling tables throughout the Winter holidays.

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