Argyll's Lodging
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Guided tour
Join us on a tour of the house, with options for concessions, members and carers tickets.
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Step into the hidden world of one of Scotland’s finest surviving aristocratic townhouses. Close to the court at Stirling Castle, this grand property was fit to receive and impress royal guests.
To remain close to their sovereign and the political heart of the nation, many of Scotland's leading noble families built impressive townhouses in Stirling. The finest survivor not only in Stirling but perhaps all of Scotland is Argyll's Lodging.
The house was built in several stages from the mid 16th to the late 17th centuries. During this time it was owned by a succession of important families, but it takes its name from the last of these three, the Campbells of Argyll.
The fine architecture of Argyll’s Lodging marks it out as a property intended for a great nobleman serving the royal court. Likewise, its location a short walk from Stirling Castle couldn’t have been more convenient.
On our "Unlocking Noble Stirling" private guided tours, you can explore the house, discover its the remarkable evolution and learn about the turbulent lives of those who lived here. You'll encounter beautifully recreated 17th-century interiors, exquisite furnishings, rich textiles, and rare painted decoration that bring to life the wealth and ambitions of Scotland's noble elite.
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Membership
Ideal for frequent visitors and heritage supporters
Unlimited annual pass for all ticketed sites plus daytime events
- Unlimited annual pass for all ticketed sites plus daytime events
- Discount in our shops and cafés (on site and online)
- Historic Scotland magazine delivered to your door
- Free or discounted entry to sites in England, Wales and the Isle of Man
Explorer Pass
Perfect for short-term trips and sightseeing
Valid for 14 consecutive days
- Valid for 14 consecutive days
- Entry to all ticketed sites, including Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Urquhart Castle
- 20% discount on audio guides at Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Glasgow Cathedral
- Guaranteed entry when you pre-book online