
Blackness Castle Boat Cruise – Historic Views
Witness the historic backdrop featured in Outlander!
Embark on the Blackness Castle Cruise with Forth Boat Tours for a unique view of Scotland’s coastline. Along the way, enjoy stunning sights of the Firth of Forth. These include the iconic Three Bridges and Blackness Castle, called “the ship that never sailed” for its ship-like shape. Additionally, the cruise passes the historic village of Limekilns, featured in Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Highlights
- Scenic Highlights – Marvel at the majestic Three Bridges, enjoy the picturesque coastal scenery, and take in the impressive Blackness Castle, a filming location for Outlander and Outlaw King.
- Historical Connections – Hear stories about Limekilns village, the former northern connection for ferries crossing the Forth, and explore its literary ties.
- Iconic Sights and Marine Life – Catch a glimpse of marine life in their natural habitat. This cruise offers a unique opportunity to connect with Scotland’s coastal environment. You might even see some seals!
Good to know before you arrive
A brilliant day out where you can take in views of the three bridges and castle as you have never seen them!
- Tours run from 1st April – 31 October (reduced hours in October).
- Tours are 90 minutes.
- Depart from Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry, EH30 9SQ.
- Please note, you do not get off the boat to visit the castle.
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Your pass activates when you enter your first experience during your visit. We always advise customers to start using their pass first thing in the morning as from then on it works on a calendar day basis, not 24-hour period.
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