Reviews of The Royal Scottish Academy. (Museum) in Edinburgh (East Lothian).

The Royal Scottish Academy

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Art museum

The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL, United Kingdom

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Reviews of The Royal Scottish Academy

L. J.

We visited in October 2022 and viewed the Impressionists exhibition detailing how Scottish collectors supported the artists and their works. The exhibition was thorough, outlining how Impressionism had evolved, influenced by early schools of art. Besides the well known stars, other lesser known artists were showcased, together with works of later schools, including works by Picasso and Matisse. There were many paintings and sculptures, including some famous works. The exhibition filled all the main halls of the Academy, with helpful staff in the rooms happy to answer questions.

S. G.

We really enjoyed our visit to this gallery especially the showcasing of modern artists work. The separate exhibition we paid to go and see was well worth the visit. We will definitely come back again. The staff were friendly and very helpful

A. S.

Great Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec exhibition on at the moment £11.50 (£10 online) entry, but I thought it was worth it to see these masterpieces. The exhibition is titled Pin-Ups: Toulouse-Lautrec and the Art of Celebrity. There are pieces by other artists of the period, including John Duncan Fergussons La Taresse , Café D'harcourt. It's beauty stopped me in my tracks.

S.

Having visited this modern art gallery, I don't see myself ever going back. Much of the art was woefully forgettable, and often looked like childrens' school art projects. Only a very small handful of pieces demonstrated any identifiable skill or creativity. If you want to see legitimate art executed by masters, skip this place and just go next door to the Scottish National Gallery where all the classical fine art is. The difference is night and day.

P. T.

Very special place with pictures that are worth spending time with. Good shop and neighbouring coffee shop. Enjoyed it repeatedly.

P. M.

Everyone should visit taste of impressionism.

L. R.

Not my kind of art (modern), but interesting. I didn't like that it cost money and then was given a thick catalog. I would rather have gotten a discount and not been given a catalog, I will end up recycling. Also I think everything was for sale and thus why given a huge catalog.

G. “. G.

Very interesting and enjoyable impressionist exhibition, notwithstanding an excellent permanent collection

P. H.

The royal academy has interesting shows of contemporary art as well as the occasional exhibit of historically important artists. It has a new shop but no restaurant. Many people don't realise that it connects by underground tunnel (whose length also hosts exhibitions as well as an auditorium for scholarly art lectures) to the National gallery which has a lovely indoor restaurant as well as an outdoor seating area that overlooks the beautiful Princes gardens. A nice spot for a coffee & pastry after a day looking at art

N. C.

Came here in the art festival summer time! Really nice memory with friend . It was my first time in Edinburgh and I think here is an old story place , you can find a lot of movie scenes here . I took the city sightseeing bus here very convenient and easy to see every famous place. But be care about the bus timetable Sightseeing bus off at 17:50( maybe have to check again ) anyway really recommend people who live movie or history style ~ here is good for summer vacation .

A. W.

I don't understand I thought this was free? They wanted to charge me £16 but as I had little time I declined and I am sure the last time I was here it was free. If a family of 4 goes to the castle then here that's £150 that can't be right, these are the people you should be encouraging to places like this. I am aware that a Rembrandt exhibition was featured, an important artist, I have seen many of his paintings in the Rijks museum in Amsterdam, where I definitely had to pay but Edinburgh defines itself as culturally motivated, cultural centre or tourist trap?

C. N.

Wonderful exhibitions, well worth visiting. National gallery is at the back. Its lovely to visit also has a restaurant and shop. You could spend the whole day there

E. R.

Wonderful to see the RSW exhibition so many great pieces.

G. L.

A superb gallery in a historic site. A wonderful experience.

M.

new contemporaries exhibition showcased a really high quality of work from recent graduates of Scottish art schools. Definitely worth a visit

D. B.

Excellent watercolour exhibition due to finish shortly. Catch it if you have a chance.

F. N.

Fabulous exhibition of Ade Adesina work.

D. B.

Went last week to the Rembrant exhibition and felt it was an amazing experience, though we did feel the entrance fee in comparison to the amount of actual paintings you get to see was quite high.

F. W.

Well worth visiting. The annual RSA exhibition is usually worth a browse.

C. G.

My visit today, Thursday 29/10/20, was despite Covid restrictions enjoyable. Unfortunately not everything was open. I was impressed by the Stuart Duthin Jerusalem exhibition and hope that everything soon returns to normal.

D. M.

Beautiful building, amazing art.

G. O. (.

Really appreciate this gallery very wheelchair accessible and affordable exhibition. Beautiful modern art exhibition and café and know kids messy art play activity Always worth a visit

A. M.

Exhibitions by living Scottish artists feature here under the auspices of the Royal Scottish Academy. The building is also used for large, important exhibitions by the National Gallery of Scotland, tucked behind it on the Mound and also a wonderful place to visit.

J. L.

Interesting recent graduate exhibition. Like one so much we bought it! It is good to know that this venue has free entry every Friday.

D. C.

Some fabulous works at the Annual Exhibition. Wish we had gone before. Next exhibition start at the And of the month. Looking forward to it

S. M.

Went to Rembrandt exhibition. Excellent. Well worth the money. That said always awesome here and free. Why would you not?

E. B.

Some of the art is challenging such as the brick with googly eyes... £1400?? A misprint? And yet I loved the button hole tabs sewn together hanging from the ceiling...

J. L.

Beautiful gallery, not too daunting in scale, calm tourist attraction in the centre of Edinburgh. Saw Rembrandt exhibition - brilliant!

T.

For sure a nice exhibition if you like modern art. For me not. Quite little exposed items. Then you pass underground to the building next to it. The Scottish art museum

B.

Art was fab but Cafe wouldn't allow us to have tea and cake at 3.00pm because they only had tables available for hot food orders ☹

m. b.

We wanted to see Rembrant exhibition. Very good. Staff helpful and polite. Cafe downstairs was clean. Toilets clean.

L. O.

The Bridget Riley exhibition is worth a visit. Her process, the analysis that's behind each creation is impressive.

j. p.

Spent a good couple of hours looking around with my wife the old master's area not interested in the religious artwork but the rest are well worth looking at

D. N.

Superb Caravaggio exhibition. Very supportive and helpful staff. Well laid out and informative. Closed on 24th - highly recommended.

C. S.

Lots of great art work and free entry, if you are on Princess Street you should really stop in for a visit... you would be mad not to.

A. B.

Great place. Visited while a Rembrandt exhibition. A bit pricey but overall a good experience.

J. O.

The Bridget Riley exhibition is a must-see. Hats off to the curator for a superb use of this wonderful space.

d. r.

Wonderful historic exhibition space in the centre of Edinburgh Great Exhibition spaces and fabulous place to look at art right in the centre of town putting Art at the heart of Edinburgh

V.

RSA NEW CONTEMPORARIES 2020 Exhibition Dates: 15 February 2020 - 11 March 2020 Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 10-5pm, Sundays 12-5pm

i. r.

Wonderful afternoon tea! Given a special window seat looking onto Princes street gardens - special time with family. Left overs boxed upand brought

J. M.

Great venue and the annual show was brilliant

F. H.

Interesting experience, went on a Monday so the one I went (new contemporaries) to see was free

C. K.

Edinburgh has always been renowned for its charm and it didn't disappoint leading up to Xmas. Checked out the Xmas markets where were lined outside the royal Scottish academy and it was really beautiful.

E. Z.

I absolutely loved it: if you like contemporary art, it is definitely a spot not to miss!

C. O.

Need a shop and a bit more variety

D. G.

Current exhibition not to everybody taste. Very modern art and difficult to appreciate

K. T.

A traditional type gallery and the Carrivagio exhibition was excellent.

P. R.

Review of restaurant, nice decor and space. Service is ok. Menu is short and food not very good

S. D.

Great experience, definitely recommend if touring Edinburgh. Eight in the centre of town and an incredible building.

M. H.

Outstanding exhibit on Bridget Riley, it’s a must see!

D. N.

The home of one of the best curated collection of Scottish and international art immortals.

I. A.

Some nice works, free entry. Rather small. Would recommend

P. H.

Latest exhibition not very inspiring

H. (.

Beautifully presented and well laid out exhibition.

D. R.

Well laid out and wheelchair accessible. Enjoyable evening visit.

P. M.

First class Rembrandt exhibition with an interesting mix.

I. H.

Amazing collection of paintings. Not all kilts and stags.

P. S.

Superb collection

N. C.

Always good exhibitions and most are free.

M. H.

Currently a significant review of Rembrandt paintings. What's not to like?

E. B.

Wonderful art. Great architecture and ambience.

S. R.

Very nice building, good exhibition.

J. G.

Excellent gallery with interesting pieces and a decent layout.

c. m. b. d.

What a building... beautiful.. reminds you of when Edinburgh was a great scenic city

a.

I saw contemporary arts exhibition at there.

A. P. F.

Wonderful experience with a great art collection.

A. d. V.

Outstanding collection of works, don't miss going there.

C.

It is Awe-inspiring, for artists like myself, indeed.

P.

It’s a nice place to go with friends and family.

M. D.

An exceptionally good place to visit. I thoroughly recommend it

S. V.

Enjoyed my visit and light lunch there.

D. P.

I'd wait until the refurb works are finished before making a special trip...

J. M.

Good place to visit for art lovers.

T. P.

The caravaggisti exhibition is well worth a visit

L. W.

Great venue and superb exhibition

A.

Attractive building with carved Egyptian style figures on roof

H. M.

Watch out for some world class exhibitions

T. C.

Classic art like no other gallery

S. C.

Contemporary and energetic.

K.

Very friendly staff

A. M. C.

Beautiful. Enjoyed strolling through all the beautiful areas.

G. A.

Good art in here, worth a visit.

E. M.

Excellent Rembrandt exhibition.

B. B.

Lovely exhibition . 10/10

J. M.

Outstanding gallery in a great setting.

I. M.

Fascinating and beautifully displayed artefacts.

M. A. H.

Cab be a bit dull for the younger ones, but worth a trip round.

J. G.

Wonderful art and exhibitions

M. F.

Rembrandt exhibition how wonderful

F. B.

Nice, wonderful location, but nothing to special

J. H.

A good half days browse.

S. R.

Some (classic)masters are on show

G. R.

very interesting. pics and building.

R. B.

Lots to explore in the various galleries.

A. H.

Brilliant loved every minute

J. C.

Lovely place to visit

S. S.

So much to see, so much to think about

F. P.

Interesting place to visit

J. I.

A lovely gallery.

A. V.

Awesome exhibitions

M. M.

Stimulating and wide ranging.

R. B.

Wonderful and well organized

R. W.

brillian imptessionist exhibition

K. S.

An absolute gem in the heart of edinburgh!

K. Q.

Amazing art!

L. S.

Wonderful gallery

D. P.

Excellent gallery

I. H.

Exibition Carabaggio and beyond

J. L.

Enjoyed the visit

S. M.

Love the pictures

L. D.

Lovely place 😁

M. M. P.

Excellent

K. t.

Beautiful

J. Y.

Amazing

R. W.

Excellent

B. P.

Very interesting

D. A.

great

C. K.

Worth a visit

D. A.

Nice place

R. S.

Classical bldg

D.

Magical place

j. b.

Superb

I. a. W.

Als ich hier war, wurde gerade eine Ausstellung zum Impressionismus mit Originalen von u.a. Van Gogh gezeigt. Die Ausstellung war schon ziemlich eindrucksvoll. Das Gebäude ist nicht allzu groß, so dass ich nach etwa einer Stunde wieder draußen war. Ein Ticket hat 12£ gekostet und man kam ohne anstehen rein. Einen kleinen Shop gab es auch. (Translated) When I was here, an exhibition on Impressionism was being shown with originals by Van Gogh, among others. The exhibition was quite impressive. The building isn't that big, so I was back outside in about an hour. A ticket cost £12 and you could get in without queuing. There was also a small shop.

J. W.

Habe hier die „A Taste for Impressionism“ Ausstellung besichtigt, welche wirklich sehr sehenswert ist und mit Werken der weltbekannten Künstler Van Gogh, Degas, Gauguin, Monet und Matisse trumpft. Allein der Wert der dort ausgestellten Kunstwerke ist unvorstellbar. Sehr zu empfehlen trotz relativ hohen Eintrittspreis (12-14£). (Translated) Visited the "A Taste for Impressionism" exhibition here, which is really worth seeing and boasts works by the world-famous artists Van Gogh, Degas, Gauguin, Monet and Matisse. The value of the works of art exhibited there alone is unimaginable. Highly recommended despite the relatively high entrance fee (£12-14).

M. K.

(Translated) Strangely, it didn't lead directly to the exhibition room, but only to the restaurant in the basement, so I guess I got lost. (Original) 이상하게도 직접 전시실로 연결되지는 않고, 지하의 레스토랑만 연결되었는데, 길을 잃었던 것 같습니다.

S. S.

Tolle Ausstellungen, sehr kreative Kunst und ausdrucksstarke Bilder. Äußerst netter Service. Ein Besuch lohnt sich wirklich. Zentral gelegen, mitten auf der Princess Street und dem Princess Garden. Gerne wieder. (Translated) Great exhibitions, very creative art and expressive pictures. Extremely nice service. It's really worth a visit. Centrally located in the middle of Princess Street and the Princess Garden. Gladly again.

N. P.

(Translated) This wonderful Scottish museum is also free with offer. The path is clear and without the risk of leaving behind some works. It is in the center of Princess Street and is made up of two buildings, one for the permanent exhibition, the other for temporary exhibitions, the latter obviously for a fee. (Original) Anche questo meraviglioso museo scozzese è gratuito con offerta. Il percorso è chiaro e senza rischio di lasciarsi indietro qualche opera. È in centro su princess street e è composta di due edifici, una per l'esposizione stabile, l'altro per esposizioni temporanee, quest'ultime ovviamente a pagamento.

G.

(Translated) It's right next to the National Gallery of Scotland. I haven't seen the paid exhibition hall, so I pass. The free part felt too meager. It was disappointing because there were so many contemporary art works and works by artists who didn't know about photography. (Original) 스코틀랜드 국립미술관 바로 옆에 있어요. 유료 전시장은 안봤으니 패스 하구요. 무료 부분은 너무 빈약한 느낌이었습니다. 현대 미술작과 사진 모르는 작가들 작품이 많아 실망스러웠어요.

R. K.

Wir haben nicht die Dauerausstellung sondern nur die kostenfrei Ausstellung der Studenten der RSA besucht. Und wir müssen sagen, dass es eine der schönsten Ausstellungen zeitgenössischer Kunst ist in die man gehen kann. Die Stile sind natürlich komplett gemischt, was sehr viel Abwechslung bringt. (Translated) We did not visit the permanent exhibition but only the free exhibition of the students of the RSA. And we have to say that it is one of the most beautiful exhibitions of contemporary art to go to. The styles are of course completely mixed, which brings a lot of variety.

M. R. N.

(Translated) The Edinburgh Art Gallery. Free entrance, except for temporary exhibitions, such as the last one by Caravaggio. (Original) La pinacoteca de Edimburgo. Free entrance, salvo las exposiciones temporales, como la última de Caravaggio.

R. P.

(Translated) One of the many places to visit in the center of edinburgh. First floor free. (Original) Mais um dos muitos sítios para visitar no centro de edimburgo. Gratuito o primeiro andar.

T. J.

(Translated) A place that can / should be visited quite often. Especially for the outside, it blows and rains ...;) Very attractive temporary exhibitions and a permanent exhibition worth attention. A good place to wind down ... I recommend it. (Original) Miejsce ktore mozna/warto odwiedzac dosc czesto. Szczegolnie jak na zewnatrz wieje i pada... ;) Bardzo atrakcyjne wystawy czasowe oraz warta uwagi ekspozycja stala. Dobre miejsce do wyciszenia... Polecam.

A. A.

(Translated) a wonderful place, located between Princess Street Gardens. Great permanent or temporary exhibitions, very creative art and expressive images. Extremely friendly service. I recommend (Original) cudowne miejsce,położone między Princess Street Gardens. Świetne wystawy stałe lub czasowe, bardzo kreatywna sztuka i ekspresyjne obrazy. Niezwykle miła obsługa.Polecam

S. R.

(Translated) Exhibition of modern painting. Good (Original) Exposición de pintura moderna. Bien

Ç. E.

(Translated) The square is filled with musicians and performing artists. (Original) Meydan müzisyenler ve gösteri sanatını sergileyen sanatçılarla dolu

D. V.

(Translated) They were at an exhibition of Rembandt's works Well-chosen theme, arrangement and lighting. We are not tired of curiosity, although we are not specialists in this... (Original) Були на виставці творів Рембандта Гарно підібрано тематику, порядок розташування та освітлення. Не втомилися від цікавості, хоча ми і не спеціалісти в цьому...

N. O. B.

(Translated) Well! The artifact content of the next museum is richer, moreover, it is free :) (Original) Eh işte! Yan müzenin eser içeriği daha zengin, üstelik bedava :)

N. B.

(Translated) The permanent exhibitions are free, for the temporary ones, which are usually renowned, such as Rembrandt, you have to pay, around 15 pounds. (Original) Las exposiciones permanentes son gratuitas, para las temporales, que suelen ser de renombre, como Rembrandt, hay que pagar, en torno a las 15 libras.

A. L.

(Translated) A superb Rembrandt exhibition which is well worth the price. A must. (Original) Exposition Rembrandt superbe qui vaut largement le prix déboursé. Un must.

M. M.

E. İ. G.

(Translated) Wonderful (Original) Harika

G. M.

(Translated) Good museum something a bit different (Original) Καλό μουσείο κάτι ξεχωριστό διαφορετικό

F. A.

(Translated) View only from the outside .. Building. Still fascinating (Original) Vista solo esternamente.. Palazzo. Comunque affascinante

A. L. B.

(Translated) Interesting temporary exhibitions, in addition to being central (Original) Exposiciones temporales interesantes, además de estar centrico

L. P.

(Translated) Very interesting place, worth a visit... (Original) Nagyon érdekes hely, érdemes megnézni...

g. k.

Hingehen, ganz einfach hingehen. Toll! (Translated) Go there, just go there. Great!

M.

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