Maid Of The Forth
Address: Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, EH30 9TB
Maid Of The Forth is a sightseeing cruise operator, offering boat tours of the Firth Of Forth, including views of the Forth Bridges, trips to Inchcolm Island, along with other special events and themed cruises. Tours sail from Hawes Pier in South Queensferry and take you directly under the three Forth Bridges, including the iconic Forth Rail Bridge. This red oxide coloured cantilever railway bridge is one of Scotland’s most famous structures. Over 8000 feet in length with a span of 1,709 feet, it stretches across the Forth between Edinburgh and in Fife.
The Maid Of The Forth boat was designed specifically to operate to Inchcolm Island. This small island, which lies in the Forth, has a rich history and lots of wildlife. Its main feature is Inchcolm Abbey, the most complete surviving group of monastic buildings in Scotland. (There is an additional cost to enter the abbey)
5 things to do with Maid Of The Forth
- Enjoy a 90-minute sightseeing cruise, where you will sail under all three Forth Bridges and down towards Inchcolm Island. Taking in the spectacular views and amazing wildlife.
- Sail to Inchcolm Island on one of the landing tours, which include time ashore, where you can explore the island and its historic abbey.
- Enjoy an evening cruise. These themed nights often include food, drink and live music.
- See the festival fireworks from the water on the annual Festival Fireworks Cruise (usually in late August or early September).
- For a special occasion, you can even hire a boat for a private charter cruise.
