Blackness Castle Cruise

Scotland: Forth Boat Tours

Available to 14 December 2024

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Book Forth Boat Tours tickets for some of the best boat tours in the Scottish Highlands

Take a cruise with Forth Boat Tours and delve into the heart of Scotland as you explore the Firth of the Forth, filled with history, heritage and adventure.

Everything you need-to-know about Blackness Castle Cruise in Edinburgh

  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Age Recommendation: Suitable for all ages. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Departure Point: Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, EH30 9TB
  • Tickets include: Heated indoor salon, Cafe & Bar, Audio Commentary, Outdoor Viewing Deck, Toilets

Blackness Castle Cruise with Firth Boat Tours in Edinburgh

  • Experience one of Scotland's best days out, suitable for all ages!
  • Get comfortable in seats with panoramic views of the scenery
  • Listen to guided commentary from expert tour guides 
  • Admire the iconic Three Bridges alongside Edinburgh's charming skyline
  • Visit Blackness Castle, known as 'the ship that never sails'
  • Experience the filming locations to hit TV show Outlander
  • See the islands of Inchgarvie, Inchkeith and Inchmickery to the North
  • Spot local wildlife as you cruise; from seabirds to seals and puffins!
  • Feeling peckish? Grab a hot drink or a light bite from the onboard bar

“Fantastic trip. We went on an afternoon sailing on a beautiful sunny day, had a great time. The crew are very friendly and the commentary on board was very good, lots of information… On board, there are all the facilities you need and seating inside and out, very clean. Saw a lot of seals and quite close up too. Going under the bridges was great too. Would definitely recommend this trip for young and old.” - Review

Book Three Bridges Cruise tickets for one of the best boat trips along the Firth of the Forth!

Hawes Pier,
South Queensferry EH30 9TB
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How to find us

Address: Unit 7, Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry, Edinburgh, EH30 9SQ

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  • Meeting point: Cruises depart from Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, Edinburgh.
  • Parking: There is limited parking available near the pier. 
  • Cafe/Bar
  • Toilets
  • Parking
  • Heating
  • Tour Guide

Absolutely! Forth Boat Tours serve a selection of hot and cold drinks, light snacks and a wee dram and other spirits from the bar.

The fleet is not specifically designed for disabled access; however, a lot of wheelchair users and people with limited mobility do join Forth Boat Tours on board for the 90 minute sightseeing tours.

There is disabled parking at the promenade, close to the Hawes Pier (approximately 100m from the boat).

Forth Boat Tours do have a wheelchair ramp which can be used at certain tide heights. Please give them prior notice if you require the wheelchair ramp.

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