Forth Boat Tours
Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Lothian
About Forth Boat Tours
Join Forth Boat Tours on one of their family-friendly boat tours. You’ll get to see magnificent views of the Firth of the Forth, its iconic Three Bridge, and lots more local sights. Keep an eye on the water, as well. There are seals, puffins and other marine creatures to be spotted.
Forth Boat Tours offer 2 different 90-minute cruises. Fancy a sightseeing experience, featuring the Edinburgh skyline and Kingdom of Fife? Choose the Three Bridges Cruise (April to October). It also stops at the historic island of Inchcolm where you can hop off and enjoy a picnic at the medieval abbey. Interested in famous filming locations and alternative views of the Three Bridges? Take the Blackness Castle, Three Bridges & Cream Tea Cruise instead. Want to see more of Scotland on your day out? Your Forth Boat Tours ticket gives you discounted entry to some of the best local attractions, including Camera Obscura, The Falkirk Wheel, The Royal Yacht Britannia & more. Way to make your money go further!
- Voted Scotland's Best Activity Day Out in 2019
- See seals, puffins & other marine wildlife
- Fantastic views of the Three Bridges
Opening Times
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Pricing & Tickets
General Admission
Adults (16+) from £15.00
Kids (5-15) from £8.00
Seniors (60+) from £14.00
Dogs from £1.00
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Ticket Kiosk, Hawes Pier, Newhalls Road South Queensferry
Edinburgh
Edinburgh and Lothian
EH30 9TB
Scotland
Tel: 01313 313030
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