Sightseeing tours of the Firth of Forth, Inchcolm Island and the Forth Bridges from South Queensferry, Edinburgh

Boat Trips to Inchcolm Island in the Firth of Forth

For dates and times of all Inchcolm Trips please see our Timetable

Optional landing at Inchcolm Island in the Firth of Forth

Combine your Sightseeing Tour of the Firth of Forth with an optional 1½ hour landing on Inchcolm Island. (You will need to purchase a Landing Ticket from the Forth Belle bar if you want to go ashore).

The Forth Belle will drop you off on the island allowing you time to explore.

The island's former Augustinian Abbey (Historic Scotland), is one of the best-preserved group of monastic buildings in Scotland. Inchcolm is sometimes referred to as the 'Iona of the East' because of its connection with the Christian Missionary Saint Columba.

The island is a haven for marine wildlife - there are opportunities to see a variety of seabirds and you can also find many seals basking on its shoreline rocks.

During the First and Second World Wars, Inchcolm and many of the other islands in the Firth of Forth were fortified to defend against attacks on shipping. You can still find the remains of many pillboxes, lookouts, tunnels and concrete bunkers which are today defended by the island's seabird population!

The Forth Belle will collect you on its return trip to the Island.

Departure Points

Sightseeing Tours depart from Hawes Pier, South Queensferry except on days when cruise ships are visiting the Firth of Forth. On these days, our Sightseeing Tours will depart from Town Pier, North Queensferry. Please check our Timetable prior to booking.

Landing Passes

Inchcolm Island (Historic Scotland) landing passes are only available to buy on board the Forth Belle. These must be purchased separately from your Sightseeing Tour Ticket. You can book these online or on board the Forth Belle at the time of your tour. Please ask a member of our staff at the café/bar.

Café/Licensed Bar

On board the Forth Belle we have a selection of spirits, bottled and draught beers, teas, coffees and light snacks as well as a range of gifts and souvenirs.