What You Can Do
A summary of what you can do when visiting The Scottish Parliament. Find out what there is to do on a particular day of the week or find out about guided tours and watching Parliament in action.
Tours
One hour guided tours of The Scottish Parliament are free of charge. They usually include a visit to the Debating Chamber, Garden Lobby and a Committee Room.
Tickets for Parliament Debates
How to book tickets to watch a meeting of Parliament in the Debating Chamber.
Tickets for Committee Meetings
Committees are where small groups of MSPs meet to consider and discuss legislative and other issues. Visitors can observe these meetings free of charge.
Parliament Shop
The Parliament Shop in the Main Hall stocks a great variety of exclusive souvenirs and Scottish gifts.
Parliament Café
The Cafe offers a wide selection of food, from cakes and shortbread (made at the Scottish Parliament) to soup, sandwiches, salads and hot lunches.
Opening Hours
The Scottish Parliament is open to visitors Monday to Saturday. Opening times vary according to time of year and the sessions of Parliament.
How To Find Us
Directions to The Scottish Parliament building by road and public transport.
Crèche
The public crèche at the Scottish Parliament is the only facility of its kind in Europe and is considered by the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body to be an important part of creating an open and accessible Parliament
Accessibility Information
The Scottish Parliament has produced an access guide that aims to help disabled people who are visiting the Holyrood building.
Art Collection
Find out more about the Parliament's art collection
The 'Discover Holyrood' series
Leaflets that help people to get the most out of their visit to the Parliament building
Visitor Code of Conduct
If you are visiting the Parliament to watch proceedings in the Chamber or at a committee meeting, there is a code of behaviour which you need to follow, by order of The Presiding Officer.
Official Guide Book
A guide book is available to enhance your visit.