Government Building sights in Edinburgh
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Scottish Parliament Building
The Scottish parliament building, built on the site of a former brewery close to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, was officially opened by HM the Queen in October 2005. The public areas of the parliament building – the Main Hall, where there is an exhibition, a shop and cafe, and the public gallery in the Debating Chamber – are open to visitors (tickets needed for public gallery – see website for details). You can also take a free, one-hour guided tour (advance booking recommended) that includes a visit to the Debating Chamber, a committee room, the Garden Lobby and, when possible, the office of an MSP (Member of the Scottish Parliament). If you want to see the parliament in …
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Parliament Hall
This magnificent 17th-century hall, with original oak hammer-beam roof, is where the original Scottish Parliament met before its dissolution in 1707. Now used by lawyers and their clients as a meeting place, it’s open to the public. As you enter (there’s a sign outside saying ‘Parliament Hall; Court of Session’) you’ll see the reception desk in front of you; the hall is through the double doors immediately on your right.
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