Dunfermline Abbey and Palace

  • St Margaret’s Street, Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 7PE

  • 01383 739 026

Important notice

The palace is currently closed, but the rest of the abbey is open to explore.

The Abbey Church is a working church and opening hours may vary due to services and events. Please check the 'Prices & times' tab for details.

Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept: 
Daily except Sun, 10am to last entry at 4pm; Sun, 1pm to last entry at 4pm (closes 4.30pm).

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily except Sun & Mon, 10am to last entry at 3.15pm (closes 4pm).

The cathedral is a working church and opening hours may vary due to private services and events. Please check the 'Prices & times' tab for details or visit dunfermlineabbey.co.uk

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