11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 16:40 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Cruise the Firth of Forth for views of the Three Bridges, Inchcolm Island and its medieval abbey.
Stories about the Forth accompany the sailing, with chances to spot wildlife; an Inchcolm Island landing pass is excluded. 4.61 from 485 reviews at €24 per person for 1h 30m.
Views of the Three Bridges as you have never seen them before.
Stories, tales, and myths of the History of the Forth
Get your great photos of the seals, puffins, and dolphins
Inchcolm Island landing pass
Children from €16 (ages 5 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
Reviews
4.6
485 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 443 of 485
Star breakdown of all 485 ratings
5 stars
368 · 76%
4 stars
75 · 15%
3 stars
23 · 5%
2 stars
6 · 1%
1 star
13 · 3%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the crew, bridge views and wildlife; the recorded commentary can be hard to hear or too wordy.
Praised
Close views of the bridges and surrounding islands
Friendly crew who answer questions and share extra local information
Seal and seabird sightings, with crew helping passengers get a better view
Interesting commentary about the bridges and the Firth of Forth
Exploring Inchcolm Abbey and the island on the optional stop
Complaints
Some enjoy the recorded commentary, while others find it hard to hear or too wordy
Incorrect departure details can mean an unexpected walk to the boarding point
Steep, slippery or poorly maintained steps on the walk from Dalmeny station
Unclear information about the option to stop and explore Inchcolm Island
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (5 August 2024 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Please check your booking message for confirmation of meeting point in South Queensferry as this is variable. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 16:40 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Forth Boat Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
South Queensferry
See the Three Bridges, including the UNESCO World Heritage Forth Bridge, as you have never seen them before. Take in beautiful panoramas of the Edinburgh skyline, Inchcolm Island and he medieval abbey, marine wildlife, including seals and puffins.
1h 30m · Admission not included
About this tour, from the operator
The Firth of Forth is simply overflowing with myths, turbulent history and fascinating marine wildlife. Join Forth Boat Tours on a 90 minute cruise to discover more about the Three Bridges, including the UNESCO World Heritage Forth Bridge. View the stunning Inchcolm Island and the medieval abbey, known as the Iona of the east. During your cruise, you will find plenty of opportunities to see a wide variety of marine wildlife including seals, puffins (in season), and dolphins.
Variable departure point, please check your booking message or contact us directly.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Accessibility
Strollers OK
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Good to know
Children from €16 ages 5 to 15
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.