Jupiter Artland
Address: Wilkieston, Edinburgh, EH27 8BY
Jupiter Artland is a sculpture park to the west of Edinburgh. The outdoor attraction opens from May to September every year. It sits within the grounds of a private house, spread over 100 acres of woodland and meadow. Founded in 2009 by art collectors Robert and Nicky Wilson, Jupiter Artland features around 30 permanent site-specific sculptures, along with a seasonal programme of exhibitions. The park also hosts various events throughout the year, such as tours, talks and live performances.
There are four main sections of the park to explore – a reception area where you’ll find the ticket office and facilities, two wooded areas with sculpture trails, and a landscaped area which is a work of art representing the life of a cell. There’s no set route to follow, but all visitors receive a map on arrival, so you can find your way around.
5 things to do at Jupiter Artland
- Explore the permanent collection of contemporary sculptures.
- Walk around the Cells Of Life, a man-made landscaped area by artist Charles Jencks, with four lakes and eight spiralling hills.
- Take a dip in the whimsical Gateway pool (pre-booking only) by artist Joana Vasconcelos.
- See the latest temporary exhibitions and projects.
- Sample the seasonal menu at Café Party.
