Hopetoun House

Situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Hopetoun is a place of outstanding natural beauty, which has Scotland's finest stately home at its heart.

About Hopetoun House

	Hopetoun House Hopetoun, South Queensferry EH30 9SL
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Listed Under Attractions - History and Culture / Attractions - Days Out / Attractions - Gardens and Parks / Attractions - Visitor Centres

Hopetoun is a welcoming and thriving 6,500 acre community with a great deal to offer for living, leisure, entertainment and business all the year round.

The fabulous setting of built and rural heritage provides a unique day out and a magnificent location for hospitality and weddings.

Visit Hopetoun and discover a place of beauty, tranquility and architectural magnificence dating from the 17th century. It has been home to the Hope Family since the late 1600s and the present Lord Hopetoun and his family still live in Hopetoun House. Hopetoun House, a remarkable and beautiful stately home, is filled with stunning collections and sits in majestic grounds with nature trails and scenic walks.

Hopetoun House is often referred to as Scotland\'s Finest Stately Home and it is also a five star Visitor Attraction, testament to the friendly team and its aim of providing an exceptional customer experience.

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Upcoming Events at Hopetoun House

Shopping

Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

28th November 2025 - 30th November 2025

Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Enjoy a wonderful festive shopping experience when the annual Christmas Shopping Fair returns to Hopetoun House from 28th to 30th November!

Workshops

Christmas Wreath Making at Hopetoun House

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from our historic designed landscape.

History and Culture

National War Museum

Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2NG

Discover the story of Scotland at war within the walls of Edinburgh Castle with a visit to the National War Musuem.

History and Culture

Scott Monument

Scott Monument East Princes Street Gardens , Edinburgh Old Town EH2 2EJ

Standing proudly in Princes Street Gardens, the Scott Monument is one of the most iconic Edinburgh landmarks, a must-visit for tourists and locals alike.

History and Culture

Blackness Castle

Blackness Castle , Blackness EH49 7NH

Blackness Castle stands by the Firth of Forth, at the port that served the royal burgh of Linlithgow in medieval times.

History and Culture

Linlithgow Palace

Linlithgow Palace Kirkgate, Linlithgow EH49 7AL

Explore the magnificent ruins of the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. Linlithgow Palace was built and added to over two centuries by the Stewart kings, resulting in a superb Renaissance residence.

History and Culture

Gladstones Land

477b Lawnmarket, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2NT

Gladstone's Land, the house of wealthy merchant and landlord Thomas Gledstanes showcases high-rise living, 17th-century style, at the beating heart of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile!

History and Culture