The Georgian House Self Guided Tour
Step back in time to the elegance and refinement of late 18th Edinburgh on The Georgian House Self Guided Tour!
About The Georgian House Self Guided Tour
Explore this historic townhouse in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. Designed in 1791 by Robert Adam, Scotland’s foremost architect of the time. Beautifully restored by the National Trust for Scotland in 1975.
Step back in time to the elegance and refinement of late 18th Edinburgh. Discover the lives of those who lived in this family home. Find out about the life and work of the servants.
Opening times
The Georgian House will be open from daily, 10am–5pm. Last admission at 4pm.
National Trust for Scotland/National Trust Members
Member entry is free.
Please show your membership card on arrival.
Not yet a member?
You can sign up to become a member at the Georgian House. Please ask a member of staff for more information.
Free admission to members of The National Art Fund.
Ticket prices:
NTS and NT Members: Free
Adult: £12.00
Concession (Senior and Students): £10.00
Child: £7.00 (this is a new button)
Two Adult Family: £33.00
One Adult Family: £22.00
Adult Group: £10.00
We welcome visitors of all ages to the Georgian House. Dressing up clothes, replica toys and handling objects are available for all. Additional activities and resources are available for families.
Access to the property: We have limited access for wheelchair users – there are six stone stairs into the building, and stairs up to the first and second floors and down to the basement. We do not have a lift. Please contact us before booking if you require further information. For visitors unable to climb stairs, the introductory film and an Armchair Guide are available on a tablet at the reception desk.
During your visit
This is a self guided visit. There will be guides in each room who are happy to provide information and answer questions.
Visitor facilities
We have two visitors’ toilets located on the second floor. These toilets are cleaned regularly by staff during the day. Baby changing facilities are also available.
Our shop will be open with a range of Scottish products and gifts.
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