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The 11 Best Boat Trips from Edinburgh

11 tours  ·  from $25 a head

The Forth is the water this city forgets it has: three bridges, an island of gannets and a lot of seals. These 11 trips are priced and timed, with a note on which sail from South Queensferry rather than the city.

Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise - Glencoe: powerful scenery and painful history
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Loch Ness & Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh with Cruise

Edinburgh: 'Firth of Forth' Three Bridges Sightseeing Cruise - The Forth Bridge Photo Run
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Edinburgh: ‘Firth of Forth’ Three Bridges Sightseeing Cruise

2.‘Firth of Forth’ Three Bridges Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,383 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $27

Cruise beneath Edinburgh's Three Bridges, spot seals and seabirds, and add Inchcolm Abbey for a memorable 90-minute Firth of Forth outing.

“The whole experience was brilliant. We were very lucky with the weather. Thoroughly enjoyed the Abbey grounds, tunnels & walkways. A lovely little shop too. All Staff were very friendly.?”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness and The Highlands Tour with Cruise - Key points to know before booking
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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness and The Highlands Tour with Cruise

Stunning 90-Minute Firth of Forth Sightseeing Cruise Adventure - The three bridges and the changing view
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Stunning 90-Minute Firth of Forth Sightseeing Cruise Adventure

5.Stunning 90-Minute Firth of Forth Sightseeing Cruise Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 237 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Best value

Cruise beneath Edinburgh’s Forth Bridge, spot seals and seabirds, and hear Scottish history on a relaxed 90-minute boat trip from Queensferry.

“The content of the recording was excellent for describing what we saw. Learned about history, animals, structures, North Sea oil, and the three bridges. Glad we went on the tour.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh - Whisky country without a full distillery visit
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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia - Holyroodhouse, Mary, Queen of Scots, and a 15-minute stop
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Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia

7.Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 41 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $92

See Edinburgh’s Royal Yacht Britannia, Holyroodhouse, and Edinburgh Castle on a port pickup tour with guide commentary and ship-safe timing.

“Tour guide Dave is very knowledgeable and kindly. He went above and beyond taking us to extra viewpoints. Driver Adam is assured us a very smooth ride. I’d recommend this tour.”

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Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour & Royal Yacht Britannia - Meeting the coach at your cruise port
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Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour & Royal Yacht Britannia

9.Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour & Royal Yacht Britannia

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 12 reviews · 8 hours · from $92

Review of Edinburgh’s 8-hour shore tour, with Britannia, Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, guide tips, costs, and port logistics.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable, and knew his way around the narrow streets. He was able to show us things most groups would have missed. He gave us the perfect amount of time at each of our stops. Very pleasant day trip.”

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Half Day Sailing Trip - Starting at Port Edgar Marina at 12:45 pm
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Half Day Sailing Trip

10.Half Day Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

Sail beneath Edinburgh’s Forth Bridges to Inchcolm Island on a small-group catamaran trip with helm time, Abbey views, tea, and coffee.

“When I checked the weather for Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth I must confess I was concerned. However, the skipper and his crew were capable and confident under reefed sails - even to allow myself and another aspiring sailor opportunities at the helm. A lovely day on the water with all kinds of weather. For those of you who enjoy sailing - this is a “don’t miss” opportunity.”

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