Georgian House
Georgian House
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Enjoy a visit to the past and experience what life was like for the Lamonts family in 18th and 19th century New Town. The Georgian era produced some of Scotland’s most distinctive architecture. In the late 1700s, this grand townhouse was at the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town development. The house was designed by acclaimed architect Robert Adam and was a true statement of luxury in an era of enlightenment, for those who could afford it. The house has been magnificently restored to show a typical Edinburgh New Town house of the late 18th and early 19th century. The fine collections of period furniture, porcelain, silver and glass reflect the Lamonts’ lifestyle and the social and economic context of the time. The kitchen and servants’ room give a glimpse of the arduous ‘below stairs’ life of the servants, who made the Lamonts’ elegant lifestyle possible.
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Neighborhood: New Town
Suits and shopping bags rule the streets of New Town, until after dark when strappy dresses come out to play. This is the city’s central business district with its smaller offices, clothes boutiques, and many of the city’s flashiest restaurants and ritziest clubs. The architecture along roads like George Street helps give it a swank and formal feel: it’s a planned Georgian development of regal townhouses, geometric squares, and self-important statues. But it’s also a very wanderable neighborhood, with a healthy bustle at almost any time of day and fine people-watching in places like St Andrew's Square which fills with picnickers around lunch. You’ll also find a series of cheerful basement bistros on Hanover Street, while dark Rose Street has something of the feel of an undiscovered back alley and is chock-full of characterful pubs and small independent shops.
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- Ian CLondon, United Kingdom23,970 contributionsGoing back in time to a more gracious ageThe New Town of Edinburgh is an amazing piece of urban planning that puts much of the ad-hoc planning that we see in our cities today to shame. There are lessons to be learnt here and in cities such as Bath about creating well-designed buildings around squares and wide gracious streets that we have forgotten. Charlotte Square is a classical set piece where the architecture disguises the individual houses and was planned as a counterbalance to St Andrew's Square at the other end of the New Town. At the centre of the gardens is a statue of Prince Albert. The interiors of many of the buildings have of course changed over time, so it is a treat to be able to see inside one of these gracious houses, with furnishings that reflect the style and lifestyle of the time. The visit to the Georgian House starts with a video that sets the scene of how a 18th century houshold worked, which is a great starting point. What really brings the visit to life are the knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides who add layers of information on how people lived and entertained at the time. And, yes, this was a house for entertainment, with strict protocols and an army of servants who worked long hours. In bringing the house to life, the National Trust for Scotland had provided sample menus of dishes at the time in the dining room. Fascinating, but not my taste! I'm glad for the simpler menus we have today. Definitely worth visiting to see how not only how life was at the time, but to understand the commerce, innovation and finance that enabled Scottish prosperity at the time.Thank you for your 5 star review! We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit and found our volunteer guides so helpful. We hope to have you back for another visit soon. Many thanks, The Georgian House teamWritten October 8, 2020This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2020Written February 29, 2020
- Peter BSolihull, United Kingdom349 contributionsInteresting little gem.Staff were very enthusiastic and informative and made what May otherwise have been an average national trust experience more worthwhile. Lovely to look around for about half hour and some interesting history. Probably priced a little top heavy for non members in comparison to nearby attractions but still worthwhile if you have the time.Visited August 2021Traveled soloWritten August 30, 2021
- CalBristolWeston super Mare, United Kingdom2,130 contributionsAn insight into Georgian EdinburghSituated in the lovely Charlotte Square (and well worth a wander around on its own!) is the Georgian House owned by the Scottish National Trust. Admission is free if you belong to The National Trust. ( It's right next door to Bute House, the official residence of Scotland's First Minister but she wasn't in!) The tour starts on the second floor with an informative film about the building and the first occupiers of the house. You then proceed down stars to the first floor where the main reception rooms are situated; the drawing room looks out over the square and with its elegant furnishings, was used for entertaining. The dining room and master bedroom are situated on the ground floor and then down to the servant's quarters in the basement. The kitchen contained one of the finest collections of copper cooking utensils that I have ever seen and together with all the other utensils and implements, it made for a fascinating visit. There are volunteer guides in each room who have more information if you require it. The rooms are all elegantly decorated and furnished although there does not appear to be much remaining from the original house. There is also a gift shop in the basement.Visited September 2021Written October 5, 2021
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Aberdeen, UK1,094 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Built in 1796, the Georgian House in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town is a worthwhile vist. It's best to start at the top floor with the introductory film, and work your way down the floors. The staff are all lovely, they will help bring the house to life and answer any questions. I especially liked the first flushing loo! Even the lady in the gift shop explains what the basement was used for. The Raeburn exhibition marking the 200th anniversary of his death is especially good.
Written August 10, 2023
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Hello,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review.
We are glad you enjoyed the first flushing loo !
Thanks again !
Written August 11, 2023
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Allan R
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Fascinating NT for Scotland asset on Charlotte Square Edinburgh. The Raeburn exhibition is excellent but the entire visit was enhanced by the welcoming and well informed staff.
Five stars.
Five stars.
Written August 5, 2023
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Hello,
Thank you very much for this lovely review, we are so glad you enjoyed the Raeburn Exhibition, our aim is to highlight another prominent Scottish portrait artist again next year so keep your eyes on our website and social media !
Thanks again !
Written August 11, 2023
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Livingston, UK4 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Visited yesterday with my young granddaughter. The staff helped her pick an outfit so that she could tour the House dressed in Georgian costume.
We enjoyed the film telling the story of the lives of the people who lived there. Staff were really great and told her stories about how things were for children back then. She got home and told the rest of the family all about it.
Everyone was so patient & helpful. We will definitely be visiting more properties soo.
We enjoyed the film telling the story of the lives of the people who lived there. Staff were really great and told her stories about how things were for children back then. She got home and told the rest of the family all about it.
Everyone was so patient & helpful. We will definitely be visiting more properties soo.
Written July 25, 2023
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Hello,
Thank you for this wonderful review, we are glad your granddaughter had a fun time and got to dress up in one of our 18th century costumes.
Thanks again !
Written August 11, 2023
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Litao W
Katy, TX4 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Tahnee guided us back to the 18th century. She asked questions and hit the points we were interested. It was so much fun for my college-aged daughters to play the old piano. The basement rooms were just like in Downton Abbey. A quiet and informative visit!
Written July 16, 2023
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Hello,
Thank you for this lovely review. Tahnee loves to point out the servants bells and comparing them to Downton Abbey. We will pass on your kind words to her.
Thank You
Written July 17, 2023
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Maui F
Australia65 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Volunteer guide Allan is a highly engaging and interactive tour guide that made the era and house come alive for our family with two children aged 10 and 13. He involved everyone in the tour and was highly knowledgeable about everything in the house and Edinburgh in the Georgian era. If you can time your visit at the time of a guided tour, I would highly recommend it. Don’t miss the video on the top floor that recreates how the house was lived in at the time by the residents. Thank you Allan for a highly memorable tour today!
Written July 15, 2023
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Hello,
Thank for for this amazing review. We are so glad you enjoyed the tour and house. We will pass on your kind words to our tour guide Allan.
Thanks again
Written July 17, 2023
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John W
3 contributions
May 2023 • Family
We throughly enjoyed our visit to the Georgian house. The experience starts with a wonderful 15-minute film that has actors portraying a day in the life at the house in the 1800s. This gives perfect context for your self-guided tour as you walk from room to room. Not to mention, a staff member was stationed in each room and all were very excited to share their knowledge with visitors. For only £12, this was a great way to spend an hour and a half in Edinburgh and take a break from the busyness of the Royal Mile!
Written June 25, 2023
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Hello,
Thank you for pointing out we are a great way to spend an hour away from the busy Royal Mile.
We really appreciate the kind comments.
Thanks again
Written July 17, 2023
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Andy
14 contributions
May 2023
If you want to learn something about Edinburgh in the mid 18th century this might be something for you.
Written June 6, 2023
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theresa t
6 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
This stately home is off the usual path for visitors, but is simply lovely if you have any interest in vintage interiors. The house is well restored and the room guides are informative and interesting.
Written May 27, 2023
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Claire
1 contribution
May 2023
Our family had a wonderful visit here. We had the unexpected opportunity for a guided tour from the lovely Tahnee and she pointed out and enlightened us on many items in the house that might have passed us by. Our ten year old son had an interest in architecture and Tahnee kindly remembered this and her particular referencing to the house and its design was thoughtful and much appreciated! We’d heartily recommend a visit to this special house!
Written May 27, 2023
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Connector36237677290
1 contribution
May 2023 • Couples
My wife and I visited The Georgian House on a warm Saturday afternoon in May, where we were welcomed by Tahnee. After we had watched an interesting introductory film lasting about 15 minutes, Tahnee gave us on a free private guided tour of the house. Her knowledge of the house, its history and its former inhabitants (the Lamont family) with her easy style of delivering the information resulted in a very enjoyable afternoon.
I thoroughly recommend a visit to this fascinating property.
I thoroughly recommend a visit to this fascinating property.
Written May 19, 2023
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Becky G
2 contributions
Would you recommend it for a 2 and 4 year old? Is there enough to keep them entertained?
Paddymaginty
Thurso, UK54 contributions
no I think they would be too bored, it's fine if they were 9 years upwards I think.
Shelly6B
Edinburgh, UK
Come puoi andare a visitare una casa Georgiana e confonderla con una Vittoriana? Io rileggerei la storia
Becky J
Bromsgrove, UK4 contributions
how accessible is this with baby in a buggy?
Hastings13
Prince Albert, Canada29 contributions
You would have to leave the buggy in the lobby and carry the baby up many, many stairs.
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