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Parliament dissolved ahead of election

The Scottish Parliament is now dissolved ahead of the election on Thursday 7 May 2026.

During dissolution, there are no MSPs and no parliamentary business can take place.

For more information, please visit Election 2026

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School visits

We deliver education sessions to over 22,000 Scottish pupils every year.

About the tour

We have a range of options for visiting the Parliament, designed for Scottish schools and targeted at different stages of the curriculum.

These visits can include:

  • an activity
  • a tour
  • tickets to watch a debate
  • a question and answer session with MSPs

We also offer digital education sessions if you can't visit in person.

Schools from elsewhere in the UK, or the rest of the world, are encouraged to take a regular tour (we do not have content tailored to non-Scottish curriculums).

Visit the Education section for more information

More information

Plan your visit

For opening times, parking information and more, go to our plan your visit page.

Don't forget to stop at our shop and café during your visit!

Accessibility

Location

Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

Days and times

Monday to Friday

Price

Free

Other tours

Anytime, anywhere

Virtual tour

Experience the Parliament from wherever you are.

Monday, Friday, Saturday

Guided tours for individuals

Not part of a tour group? Individuals can book up to 9 tickets to join one of our scheduled guided tours. Find them here.