All open air museums to visit in Scotland

Experience history come to life at open-air museums in Scotland. These museums feature historical buildings, reenactments, and interactive exhibits in an outdoor setting.

Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Scotland:

  1. Highland Folk Museum1

    Highland Folk Museum

     Newtonmore
    Spend a day - experience centuries. This award winning museum has recreated a thriving township from the 1700s with heather thatched roofs and open turf fires, a working croft with cattle, sheep,ducks and hens and an old tin school from the 1930s where the teacher rules. Costumed interpreters bring
  2. Summerlee Museum Of Scottish Industrial Life2

    Summerlee Museum Of Scottish Industrial Life

     Coatbridge
    The Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life is a unique museum located in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is situated on the historic site of the Victorian Summerlee Iron Works and the former Hydrocon Crane factory. This museum offers a deep dive into the industrial and social history of the region, providing a comprehensive understanding of the area's past.
  3. The Scottish Crannog Centre3

    The Scottish Crannog Centre

     Aberfeldy
    Join the 21st Century Crannog Community where you will be taken on a fascinating journey into Scotland's prehistory. Walk in the footsteps of the original Crannog dwellers and immerse yourself in village life with original artefacts; demonstrations of textiles, cooking and ancient crafts & techn
  4. Kirbuster Museum4

    Kirbuster Museum

     Birsay
    Kirbuster Museum is the last un-restored example of a traditional ‘firehoose’ in Northern Europe. The house has a central hearth, complete with peat fire, and a stone neuk bed reminiscent of the Neolithic interiors that can be seen at sites such as Skara Brae, Orkney. The site also has an Edwardian
  5. Auchindrain Museum5

    Auchindrain Museum

     Inveraray
    Auchindrain is situated in the scenic region of Argyll and Bute, Scotland, just 6 miles south of Inveraray. It is conveniently located on the A83, making it easily accessible for visitors traveling by car. The location offers a unique opportunity to explore the Scottish Highlands and immerse oneself in the rich history of the region.