Location: South Queensferry
Top Things to do in South Queensferry
Top 9 Budget-friendly Things to do in South Queensferry, Scotland
Queensferry, also called South Queensferry or simply "The Ferry", is a town to the west of Edinburgh, Scotland, traditionally a royal burgh of West Lothian. It lies some ten miles to the north-west of Edinburgh city centre, on the shore of the Firth of Forth between the Forth Bridge, Forth Road Bridge and the Queensferry Crossing. The prefix South serves to distinguish it from North Queensferry, on the opposite shore of the Forth. Both towns derive their name from the ferry service established by Queen Margaret in the 11th century, which continued to operate at the town until 1964, when the Road Bridge was opened.
Restaurants in South Queensferry
1. Maid of the Forth
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5.0 based on 866 reviews
Forth Bridges and Inchcolm Island Sightseeing Boat trips. Departs from Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, Edinburgh daily Easter to October
2. Forth Bridges Walking Tours
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5.0 based on 156 reviews
Forth Bridges Tours is a historic walking tour company that provides guided tours through the old Royal Burgh of South Queensferry beside the Forth Bridges UNESCO World Heritage site and walking tours on Inchcolm Island. ROYAL TOUR OF QUEENSFERRY Our guides will lead you through the town visiting historic sites as they inform and entertain you with tales of our famous Bridges, ancient rituals, World War firsts and witchcraft! INCHCOLM ISLAND WALKING TOUR Book a sightseeing boat trip aboard the Maid of the Forth and add a historic walking tour to your visit to Inchcolm Island. Walk in the footsteps of Kings and Clergy, soldiers and sailors and venture forward to the past! We provide guided walking tours from April - October. We strive to bring history alive and are passionate about our local area with its world famous bridges. Royal Tour of Queensferry tickets are booked in advance online from our website. Inchcolm Walking Tours are booked in advance online from Maid of the Forth.
3. Hopetoun House
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4.5 based on 565 reviews
Hopetoun House & Grounds are now closed until Friday 10th April 2020. Visit Hopetoun and discover a place of beauty, tranquility and architectural magnificence dating from the 17th century. It has been home to the Hope Family since the late 1600’s and the present Lord Hopetoun and his family still live in Hopetoun House. Hopetoun House, a remarkable and beautiful stately home, is filled with stunning collections and sits in majestic grounds with nature trails and scenic walks.
Reviewed By 802brendag - Linlithgow, United Kingdom
Hopetoun Farm Shop (linked to Hopetoun House) is near Hopetoun Garden Centre off the road to Newton. It was a delight to shop there where all 3 members of staff I dealt with were enthusiastic about the products they were selling, and (in the case of the butcher counter) had made.
4. Inchcolm Abbey and Island
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4.5 based on 938 reviews
Inchcolm Abbey was established on this island originally as a priory by David I in 1235. It is the best-preserved group of monastic buildings in Scotland. It was the dream of Alexander I to establish a monastery on the island after he sheltered on it during a storm. But following his death, it was his brother David I who invited Augustinian canons to establish a priory, which was later given full abbey status. The abbey has a dramatic location which you can see from the boat before you arrive on the island. The medieval stone screens inside the belltower are rare survivals of medieval church fixtures and the 13th century well-painting is a rare medieval fresco. The island is also famed for its seals, wildlife and coastal defences from the two world wars.
Reviewed By 483stuartj - Coventry, United Kingdom
Boat trip out to the island with comfort, bar and great commentary on features across the Forth set the scene for the beauty of the island The abbey is in an excellent state of preservation giving you a real sense of what life would have been like for the monks. Walks around the island offer stunning views, chance to explore WW2 fortifications and wonderful encounters with wild life. We were too late to see the puffins but seals were seen in great numbers Excellent day out for visitors of all ages and the monastery provided cover if you are unfortunate enough to encounter some rain Highly recommended
5. Forth Boat Tours
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4.5 based on 810 reviews
An acclaimed family owned visitor attraction and Edinburgh's Premier Boating Attraction. Voted Best Activity Day Out in Scotland and Best Hidden Gem UK & Ireland. There is only one way to explore The Three Bridges, UNESCO World Heritage site. On board one of our boats! Set sail for a 90 minute cruise full of adventure, history, seals, puffins and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ideal for couples, families and a great day out with friends and family. Sail on our Three Bridges & Inchcolm Island cruise and listen to the guided commentary while you enjoy a drink from the bar. Or, why not sail on our Blackness Castle, Three Bridges cruise (includes a complimentary cream tea) for views of Blackness Castle as featured in Outlander and Outlaw King. See the Three Bridges as you have never seen them before! Out knowledgeable and experienced skippers and crew are waiting to welcome you on board.
6. Forth Road Bridge
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4.5 based on 1,132 reviews
Reviewed By SteveWalsh29 - London, United Kingdom
Start at the 3 Bridges Viewpoint and Walk across the Old Road Bridge from the South Shore, it has amazing views of the new bridge on one side, and when you walk the other side on the way back of the amazing Rail Bridge. The way the bridge moves when a Bus goes past is not something I would recommend if you have vertigo.
7. Queensferry Crossing
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By Sandyd264 - Kincardine, Canada
We went across this in very stormy weather. The wind deflectors worked very well, and we had a smooth and steady ride. The design is very pleasing and as the passenger, I was able to get some really nice angles in the shots. The next day, this bridge was closed, due to falling ice from the staves. However, many bridges in England and indeed Europe were closed for this reason. The bridge has been closed less than its predecessor ever was. If you get a chance, take a trip across the bridge and back! Definitely recommend.
8. Queensferry Museum
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4.0 based on 70 reviews
Queensferry Museum showcases the past and traditions of historic Queensferry and neighbouring Dalmeny. The museum has stunning views out onto the Firth of Forth and the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Forth Bridge. Whether your interest is social history, folk traditions or civic engineering, there is something here for everyone to enjoy.
Reviewed By anoomk
Further up the High street, Queensferry Museum boasts a fascinating showcase of the history and traditions of South Queensferry, as well as a wealth of information on the Forth Bridges. It's really great little museum (and free) and has some fantastic information about the construction of the Bridges.
9. Midhope Castle
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4.0 based on 208 reviews
Midhope Castle is believed to have been built in the mid-late 15th Century (earliest reference 1458) and today stands as a derelict castle on private land on the Hopetoun Estate near the village of Abercorn. Visitors can access the castle but there are a few restrictions and visitor guidelines due to it being located in a busy working area on the Estate. For more information on the castle please visit the website in this listing for full details.
Reviewed By CelticHeritageC - Dalgety Bay, United Kingdom
THE HIGHLIGHT of any Outlander pilgrimage, the family seat of Jamie, Lallybroch. Or its lesser used name, Midhope Castle. Viewing is only from the outside as it is derelict inside, however most Outlander fans are more than content viewing from the outside. This area is particularly good for visiting Outlander filming locations with Abercorn Kirkyard very close by (Frank's Grave); a short drive from Blackness Castle (Fort William); Hopetoun House (Various settings such as the Duke Sandringham's home; a Parisian street; dual location between the duke and the MacDonalds); while further drive past Blackness turn off is Linlithgow Palace (Some interiors of Wentworth Prison). Just bare in mind the Midhope Castle is not a visitor attraction and such so does not have toilets etc and visitors need to be mindful of the local houses and their residents, however the house on the right sometimes has excellent free range eggs for sale!
