National War Museum | National Museums Scotland Visitor information for National War Museum Admission details: Free entry with paid entry to Edinburgh Castle Find us: Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG Tel: 0300 123 6789 Plan your visit Opening hours: Apr - Sep , Open daily, 09:45 - 17:45 Oct - Mar , Open daily, 09:45 - 16:45 Closed 25 Dec, 26 Dec. As the National War Museum is located within Edinburgh Castle, please refer to the Edinburgh Castle website to buy your tickets. Featured Exhibition Maps: Memories from the Second World War Saturday 9 March 2024 Sunday 4 October 2026 Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this new exhibition charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War. National War Museum See and do Explore over 400 years of conflict through a unique collection of military objects, artwork and personal stories. Find out more School visits If you're studying war, the military or conflict, a visit to the National War Museum can be a unique and exciting experience for your pupils. Find out more Become a member Help protect remarkable objects and be the first to hear about the stories they hold. Join us from just £45. Awards