Hopetoun House, Queensferry, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom - Landmark Review | Condé Nast Traveler
"Describe the setting for us. What's this place all about? Calling Hopetoun a "house" is like calling the Met Gala a "get-together"—we all know it’s a bit more than that. In fact, Hopetoun is a palace by another name. The Hope family have lived here since the late 1600s when the house was built, and still do this day. Luckily for us, they allow visitors at certain times of the year, either for events, clay-shooting, archery, or just to have a walk around. (It's also popular among Outlander fans , as the castle is a regular filming location.) Wow. What’s it like being there? Like stepping into a period drama. We're into it. Worth booking a tour, or can we tour the castle unguided? Guided tours can be booked in advance, but normally visitors take the plunge unguided. Who comes here? Hopetoun is a hotspot for tourists, but a lot of them are Scots coming down to check out the "big hoose." Does it live up to the hype? Hopetoun is a facet of a fading culture; the aristocrats who once lived in huge houses like these so often can no longer afford the upkeep. Seeing the house in all its splendor is well worth it. It sounds like it. So who do you think would get the most out of a visit to Hopetoun House? Interiors and architecture-lovers will adore Hopetoun, which is luxuriously kitted-out. But really anyone interested in the history of the British aristocracy will find the place enthralling." - Freya Herring
