Due to essential maintenance the WEST Footpath/Cycleway is CLOSED except during weekends . please use the EAST Footpath/Cycleway.
There are roadworks in both directions.
Access RestrictionsThe Forth Bridges
The Forth Bridges, connecting Fife & Edinburgh since 1890, 1964 & 2017. Official website for the Queensferry Crossing, the Forth Road Bridge and the Forth Bridge - Scotland's famous three bridges spanning three centuries.Three Bridges Spanning Three Centuries
Iconic, historic and magnificent, Scotland’s Forth Bridges are a wonder of the modern world and one of Scotland's most recognisable locations.
Towering side by side over the Firth of Forth, these structures represent the pinnacle of engineering across three centuries.
The oldest of the bridges, The Forth Bridge, is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site of unique global significance and interest.
Bridging the historic settlements of North and South Queensferry, the bridges are set in an area that has history, beauty, wildlife and community spirit in abundance.
Slow down the pace and stay a wee while to soak up the enormity of these gargantuan structures and explore the heritage-rich local area.
You're guaranteed a warm welcome and good old-fashioned Scottish hospitality.
Discover the Local Area
Explore the Forth Bridge
Experience The Bridges
Different ways to get up close to the magnificent structures
Dine with a View
The Best Tables in Town! Great food, attentive service and breathtaking vistas.
A Train Ride Across The Bridge
A true bucket list experience, you're never too old to be thrilled by an epic train ride across the Forth Bridge!
Abseil from The Bridge
Abseil the Forth Bridge in October to raise funds for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.
Cruise Visitors
YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDEQueensferry may be just over 15 minutes by train from the centre of Edinburgh but it feels like a typical east coast fishing village.
Spend a while here to ‘get under the skin’ of everyday life in a historic Scottish community. There’s plenty to see and do and you can easily explore on foot for a relaxed alternative to the shuttle bus.
Take a look at our itineraries and essential information to make the most of your time in this charming wee town and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Forth Bridges Trail
The Forth Bridges Trail offers a great introduction to the bridges and local area.It takes in many points of historic interest, introduces local tales and folklore, and offers some incredible panoramic views.
A circular five mile route, the trail can easily be completed in a day. Take a picnic or stop off to sample the cafes along the way.
Walk or cycle, experience an epic train ride across The Forth Bridge and enjoy a boat trip on the Firth of Forth.
The Great Outdoors
Get out and about around the bridges
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