More than 100 venues will throw their doors open to the public this weekend, September 26 and 27, as part of Scotland’s biggest heritage festival.
Doors Open takes place every year, offering people free access to buildings, unique experiences and a new perspective on the spaces that help shape Edinburgh.
Churches, historic buildings, museums, galleries, businesses and modern homes welcome visitors for a look behind the scenes.
This year’s theme, Heritage at Risk: Revive, Resist, Reimagine, invites participating venues and visitors to explore how Edinburgh’s built heritage is being protected, adapted for new uses, and reimagined for the future.
We’ve already featured some of the buildings in the Capital which will be opening their doors to the public:
Scroll through the 23 buildings featured here and decide which ones you want to visit.
And look out for more to come.
9. St Mark's Episcopal Church, Portobello
Built in 1826, St Mark's is a Georgian building which has been altered over the years, reflecting the fortunes of Portobello and responding to the needs of the congregation and community. Extensive renovations in 2025 improved facilities so the church can continue to provide a space for congregation and community life. Address: 287 Portobello High Street, EH15 2AR. Open: Saturday, September 26, 10am-5pm. | Scottish Civic Trust
10. St Mary's Star of the Sea
St Mary Star of the Sea RC Church opened for worship in 1854 and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, patron saint of Leith. It was built after the designs of Augustus Pugin and the work was supervised by his young son, Edward, and his son-in-law, J. A. Hanson. The church is open for the public to view the building and stained glass windows, and learn about the history the building. Address: 106 Constitution Street, Leith, EH6 6AW. Open: Sunday, September 27, 12-4pm. | Scottish Civic Trust
11. St Michael and All Saints
Built in 1867, the church is a Grade A listed building, designed by the Edinburgh Architect Sir Robert Rowand Anderson, who was also responsible for the National Portrait Gallery and McEwan Hall. Originally known as All Saints, it became St Michael and All Saints with the closure of the former church in Hill Square in 1965. The name and some of the ornate furnishings moved to Tollcross, along with the congregation. Visitors can experience a moment of tranquility in the heart of busy Tollcross. Stewards will be on hand to answer questions . Address: 28 Brougham St, EH3 9JH. Open: Saturday, September 26, 11am-5pm, and Sunday, September 27, 12-5pm. | Scottish Civic Trust
12. Impact Arts
This Church of Scotland church has served the local community since 1883. It is one of celebrated Scottish Victorian and Edwardian architect John Honeyman’s most notable buildings. The tower rises 130ft over Slateford. The nave, which is 130ft long, has reputedly the longest aisle in Edinburgh. St Michael’s has a striking reredos with hand-painted illuminated scripts announcing the Ten Commandments, the Lord’s Prayer, the Beatitudes and the Apostle’s Creed. It also has some fine stained glass windows. Address: 1 Slateford Road, EH11 1NX. Open: Saturday, September 26, 10am-4pm, and Sunday, September 27, 10am-3pm. | Google