Visit Inverness Museum and Art Gallery (IMAG) to discover the stories of creativity and heritage that have shaped the Scottish Highlands. Located in the centre of Inverness, IMAG brings history to life through fascinating museum galleries, vibrant art exhibitions and a prized photographic archive. With a welcoming coffee shop and gift shop, events programme and interactive exhibits, there is something on offer for visitors of all ages to explore and enjoy.
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
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Explore Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Museum collections
Discover what's in the collection and how it began.
Art galleries
A year-round programme of temporary exhibitions and events in our galleries and craft showcase.
Learning and engagement
Find out about the Community Gallery, and our range of loan boxes and learning resources.
Coffee Shop and Gift Shop
View our Coffee Shop menu here and discover unique gifts in the shop.
Latest news
Explore our blog for staff updates on current projects and news
Contact us
Contact details for IMAG staff.
Donate to Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Donations play a vital part in helping us maintain and improve our wonderful visitor attractions and the activities we offer.
Opening times
*Our coffee shop operates slightly shorter hours, opening 15 minutes later and closing 30 minutes earlier.
*Winter opening hours (November to March)
Tuesday – Thursday: 12.00 – 16.00
Friday & Saturday: 11.00 – 16.00
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
*Winter opening hours (November to March)
Tuesday – Thursday: 12.00 – 16.00
Friday & Saturday: 11.00 – 16.00
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
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mon
Closed
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tue
12:00 - 16:00
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wed
12:00 - 16:00
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thu
12:00 - 16:00
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fri
11:00 - 16:00
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sat
11:00 - 16:00
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sun
Closed
From Inverness Railway Station, it’s just a short walk to the Inverness Museum & Art Gallery. Exit the station onto Station Square and turn right toward Falcon Square. Continue straight along the B865, then follow Church Street past the Victorian Market. The museum is located on Church Street, just a few minutes from the station.
From Inverness Railway Station, it’s a quick ride to the Inverness Museum & Art Gallery. Head out of the station onto Station Square and turn right toward Falcon Square. Follow the B865 along Academy Street, then continue onto Church Street. The museum is on Church Street, just past the Victorian Market. The journey is less than half a mile and takes only a few minutes by bike.
Several public buses stop close to Inverness Museum & Art Gallery. The nearest stop is Castle Steps, served by routes such as 302, 17, 2, 253, M96, and X99. Just around the corner at Castle Street, you’ll find additional services including routes 4, 14, 14A, and 16. Both stops are only a short walk from the museum, making it easy to reach by bus. For information about public transportation services in Scotland please consult http://www.travelinescotland.com.
A private disabled parking bay is located at the museum entrance, available on a first-come, first-served basis. A Highland Council Blue Badge bay is also nearby, with a 3-hour limit. Space is available at the entrance for visitor drop-off. Coaches can use the drop-off point outside Inverness Town House. No other parking is provided at the museum. Paid on-street parking is available on Castle Street, and nearby car parks include Rose Street Multi-storey, Eastgate Shopping Centre, and Inverness Cathedral.
Accessibility
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Drop off point
- Ramp to main entrance
- Wheelchair access throughout
Additional accessibility information:
Please note our passenger lift is currently out of order, and there are steps at the entrance. This means we are not currently accessible to wheelchair users or anyone who requires step free access. We apologise for the inconvenience and will update visitors as soon as access is restored. Assistance/service dogs are welcome at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. For detailed access information, please see our external accessibility guides:
