Opening times
Public 2026 season: 3 April - 27 September, Thursday-Monday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with last house entry at 4:00 PM.
Hopetoun House works best when you want a stately-home visit that still leaves room for younger children to run around outside. The mix of house interiors, estate grounds, and play-friendly open space makes it easier to pace than a house-only heritage stop, but it does need a bit of planning because the public season is limited.
Best for Families near Edinburgh who want a house-and-grounds day and are happy to plan around the seasonal public opening pattern
Opening times
Public 2026 season: 3 April - 27 September, Thursday-Monday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with last house entry at 4:00 PM.
Tickets
House and Grounds: Adult £15, Child (4-15) £7, Family (2+2) £40, Little Ones (0-4) free. Grounds-only tickets start at £7 adult and £4 child.
Entry type
House and Grounds or Grounds Only tickets, booked online or bought at the gate
Address
Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, Edinburgh EH30 9RW
Parking and access
Parking is free for standard visits, though large public events can change access arrangements.
Visit length
3-5 hours
Last entry
Last house entry is 4:00 PM on public opening days.
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