Viewpoints · Central Scotland
Forth Bridge Viewpoint
In or near North Queensferry.
Forth Bridge Viewpoint is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- North Queensferry · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Forth Bridge Viewpoint is a named viewpoint in central Scotland, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. It sits within the Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is North Queensferry, about 0.7 km away. Postcode area KY11.
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Official information
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Place summary
Forth Bridge Viewpoint is a designated viewpoint located in central Scotland, postcode KY11. It offers expansive views of the Forth Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an iconic example of Victorian engineering. The viewpoint serves as a popular spot for observing the bridge's impressive structure and the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0064, -3.3908
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY11 1JU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy
- Nearest railway station
- North Queensferry — 0.7 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; closed 25 Dec
- Official site
- www.deepseaworld.com
Sources
- osm: n5393391326 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Forth Bridge Viewpoint?
- Forth Bridge Viewpoint is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY11 1JU).
- What is Forth Bridge Viewpoint?
- Forth Bridge Viewpoint is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Forth Bridge Viewpoint?
- The nearest railway station is North Queensferry, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY11 1JU.
- Is Forth Bridge Viewpoint free to visit?
- Yes, Forth Bridge Viewpoint is free to enter.
- How do I get to Forth Bridge Viewpoint?
- The nearest railway station is North Queensferry, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY11 1JU.