Visit Us

It is free to visit our Search Room to consult aerial imagery. An appointment is necessary and guarantees a workstation and the availability of expert staff. Find out how to make an appointment.

If you would like to arrange a group visit please submit your request using our Contact Form.  We can accommodate a maximum of 20 people per group.

Postal Address

The National Collection of Aerial Photography

RCAHMS

John Sinclair House

16 Bernard Terrace

Edinburgh - EH8 9NX

United Kingdom

Opening Times

Monday - 9.30am to 4.30pm

Tuesday - 9.30am to 4.30pm

Wednesday - 9.30am to 4.30pm

Thursday - 9.30am to 4.30pm

Friday - 9.30am to 4.30pm

We are closed at weekends and on public / local holidays. Find out more about public holidays in Scotland.

Please note that from Monday 12 April 2010 we will have new opening times.  

Planning your journey

For information on planning journeys by public transport within Scotland please visit Traveline Scotland.

• Train - The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley.  To plan a journey please visit National Rail Enquiries.
• Air - The nearest airport is Edinburgh (EDI).  To plan a flight please visit BAA Edinburgh.
• National Buses - To plan a journey to Edinburgh please visit Edinburgh Bus Station.
• Local Buses - To plan a journey in and around Edinburgh please visit Bustracker.
• Bicycle - We are located near the National Cycle Network.  A bicycle shed is available to the rear of the building, although they are parked at your own risk.  To plan your journey please visit sustrans.
• Car / Motorbike - There is limited free parking to the rear of the building.  This is accessed from Bernard Terrace via an archway and a controlled access system.  Parking spaces are available for disabled visitors.  Vehicles are parked at your own risk.

Access Guide

Ensuring that our building and services are accessible to all our visitors is important to us.  We aim to create an environment that is welcoming and accessible.  There is a lift to our Search Room and our building is wheelchair accessible.

Please contact us before your visit if you have any questions about accessibility.