Hamilton Mausoleum
South Lanarkshire
Hamilton Mausoleum was one of the finest private tombs in the country and is now one of the town's most famous buildings. It was built as a tomb and monument to Alexander, 10th Duke of Hamilton and nicknamed El Magnifico. The tomb was incomplete at the time of his death in 1852. The chapel has a massive dome (over 36 meters high), magnificent bronze doors and a stunning floor made up of different marbles from around the world. One of the first things you will notice however is its amazing 15 second echo, one of the longest in the world! Two huge lion sculptures overlook the entrance to the crypt below where you can still see the niched for the bodies of the members of the Hamilton family.
The Chapel of Hamilton Mausoleum, with its world famous echo, highly decorative floor and ornate bronze doors will be open to the public.
While our knowledgeable guide will be available to answer questions, the Crypt of Hamilton Mausoleum will remain closed. We hope that our Doors Open Day visitors will return to support the building’s operation at one of our informative public tours throughout the calendar year.
Digital Events
Hamilton Mausoleum
Throughout Doors Open Day, we’ll make a series of informative social media posts featuring museum collections and research relating to Hamilton Mausoleum.
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Additional Access Information
Hamilton Mausoleum is not an accessible building due to stairs and uneven paths surrounding the monument.
There is no parking at the monument although visitors may park at nearby Low Parks Museum.
Refreshments and toilet facilities are available at Low Parks Museum.
Gallery
Key Information
Booking not required.
Where to find us
Address
- Mausoleum Drive
- Hamilton
- ML3 0DJ