Reflective spaces

This section lists free spaces in and around Edinburgh that offer:

• undisturbed rest and relaxation
• reflective exhibitions/stations
• opportunity to ponder, meditate and/or pray

If you know of spaces not currently listed and that meet the Cityspace criteria, please consider submitting a space.

Modern Art Gallery

The Cafe Garden offers a quiet space to reflect on the inspiring exhibitions in the Gallery.

Modern Art Gallery, 75 Belford Road, EH4 3DR

Old Saint Paul’s Church

Sitting in front of the beautiful painting "Still" is a marvellous space to reflect.

Old St Paul’s Episcopal Church, 39 Jeffrey Street, EH1 1DH

Reflective Ramble amongst the Redwoods

Delight in a reflective ramble amongst gracious giant redwood trees in the heart of the city.

Royal Botanic Garden, 20A Inverleith Row, EH3 5LR

Scottish poetry Library

The Scottish Poetry Library: a poem in glass and stone

Scottish Poetry Library, Cannongate, EH8 8DT

Seven Sacrament Room in the National Gallery

A small quiet space in this art gallery - a place to linger in the middle of a busy city centre.

National Gallery of Scotland, The Mound, EH2 2EL

Silent Daily Meditation

A space and time for silent meditation.

Edinburgh Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, 20 Polwarth Crescent, EH11 1HW

St Andrew Square

A calming, walk-through space in the hub of the city... or a place to pause, and watch others walking by.

St Andrew Square, St Andrew Square, EH2

The Life Tribute

A quiet bench on the Water of Leith Walkway.

Water of Leith, Access from Gallery of Modern Art,

The Roof Terrace (National Museum of Scotland)

For a different perspective, pop onto this roof terrace for 5 minutes or linger longer...

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, EH1 1JF