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Inverkeithing (/ˌɪnvərˈkiːðɪŋ/ listen (help·info)) is a town and a royal burgh, and parish, in Fife, Scotland, located on the Firth of Forth. According to population estimates (2006), the town has a population of 5,265. The port town was given burgh status by King David I of Scotland (1124–53) in the 12th century and is situated about 9 miles (15 km) north from Edinburgh Airport and about 4 miles from the centre of Dunfermline. Modern Inverkeithing is almost continuous with Rosyth and Dalgety Bay. Inverkeithing is a developing town and has many new housing sites including one next to the town's railway station.
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1. Forth Bridge
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4.5 based on 591 reviews
Reviewed By Natalie M
To see the three bridge, each of them so impressive in their own right, lined up together was simply amazing. Such an incredible vista which was absolutely worth the drive from Edinburgh.
And such a lovely little village at the foot of the Bridges. Couple of lovely Inns there if you want to stop and some great history too.
2. Forth Boat Tours
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5 based on 569 reviews
A 90 minute Forth Bridges Cruise on the Firth of Forth depart from Hawes Pier at South Queensferry which is only a short distance from Scotland's bustling Capital City of Edinburgh. A boat trip aboard the Forth Belle is an ideal way to spend any morning or afternoon. Sit on the outside deck or in the heated observation lounge and listen to the guided commentary. Take in the magnificent views of the Forth Road Bridge and the world-famous, recently awared, World Heritage Forth Railway Bridge built in the Victorian era; the beautiful panoramas of the Edinburgh skyline to the south and the Kingdom of Fife to the north and the beautiful island of Inchcolm with its medieval abbey.
Reviewed By J4NOD - Morpeth, United Kingdom
This is just such a great tour and the commentary very interesting. The cream tea was a lovely surprise. sailed on Sat 17th Feb and we were lucky to have a nice sunny day. WE both said when next in Edinburgh we will do this trip again.
Oh yes....the CHEESE....When we boarded the boat, someone must have hidden a large quantity of gorgonzola cheese! The smell, phew! That or who ever left the boat prior to us boarding must have the record for the worlds smelliest feet.
Think some air fresh would have been welcomed.
All said, a great trip.
3. Pittencrieff Park
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4.5 based on 563 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Heavy snow fall and a morning walk through the park with the snow laden trees quite stunning when the sun hits them . A lot of dog walkers out today and photographers with the same idea as me .I have my small bag of peanuts to attract the squirrels and robins . I was not disappointed
4. Inverkeithing Train Station Scotrail
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By thetravellingmanUk - uk
Had a walk down to Inverkeithing train station from the centre of town with my daughter today whilst we were exploring the area.
Quite a nice little station, only two platforms, but serving many towns in Fife, Perth, Dundee, Aberdeen, Haymarket, Edinburgh, and beyond.
Facilities include a ticket office, toilets, small shop with a serving hatch, bike racks and a waiting room. There are ticket machines for the purchase of tickets outwith hours.
One side of the platform to the other can be reached by a bridge over the railway line.
All in all, a nice little station with more facilities than some.
5. Aberdour Castle
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4.5 based on 198 reviews
See the large and imposing suite of buildings from the 12th to the 17th century with the grand hall-house, thought to be the oldest standing stone castle in Scotland. There is also a delightful walled garden, with scented flowers and a beehive-shaped doocot, which overlooks the Forth. Take a guided tour in summer to see all around the castle including the painted ceiling in the east range, which is a precious survival from the early 17th century. Open all year. Winter Closed Thus and Fri.
Reviewed By Jon G - Norway
Aberdour Castle has some very nice rooms and some ruins that are just like umpteen other Scottish Castles, but has less of the history to go with it. The terraced garden and the dovecot are nice, as is the bowling green. Not terribly interesting, but definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.
6. Rosyth Parish Church
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By John L - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Rosyth Parish Church has been at the heart of the "Garden City" since it was opened by Mottram in 1930,a pupil of Unwin who had created the concept.With the building of Rosyth Dockyard 1909-1916 the population of the town expanded considerably.This Church has a Dutch look with its Square Tower,copper roof,teak belfry etc.The heritage funding has tackled the dry rot and brought in modern heating.The congregation had to move out for 11 years.This year the Church played a major role in the Remembrance of the Battle of Jutland 1916 and Princess Anne and the First Minister attended.There Are now memorial plaques.Sunday Services are at 1030am.
7. Maid of the Forth
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5 based on 549 reviews
Forth Bridges and Inchcolm Island Sightseeing Boat trips. Departs from Hawes Pier, South Queensferry, Edinburgh daily Easter to October
Reviewed By grebill - Edinburgh
Husband and I were delighted to have a lovely evening and also meeting some new lovely people
We had the supper too and as I’m Ceoliac they made a excellent supper for me too
Staff are really lovely and polite too
Would highly recommend this trip
Great fun
Great company
Great evening!
8. North Queensferry Harbour Light Tower
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4.5 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By fred_cameron - Comox, Canada
We were in North Queensferry mainly to see the Forth Bridge and to experience taking the newest road bridge ("Queensferry Crossing").
Wandering out towards the pier we came across the Harbour Light Tower. It is very small but quite charming.
It was a blustery day in mid-September and, with few other tourists around, we had the tower to ourselves for a few minutes.
It is probably not worth a visit to North Queensferry just for the tower. But if you are there for something else, you should check it out.
We found free on-street parking nearby. In peak season, parking could be a problem.
9. The Friary Gardens
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By thetravellingmanUk - uk
I am quite sure that many people driving through the town of Inverkeithing are not even aware that these beautifully compact well kept Gardens exist, we certainly didn't!
However, there are many information boards dotted around the town of Inverkeithing pointing out places of interests, look for 'Friary Hospitium' and the Gardens are situated directly to the rear.
The community Gardens are looked after by volunteers, and we were surprised to see so much colour, and so many flowering plants during the month of February.
There is also a well, benches, a small children's play area, and vaulted cellars within the Gardens.
Although what we saw was beautiful, to us it looks like there is still work in progress to further improve the area.
Nice peaceful location, and well worth a visit if you are in the area.
10. Outlandish Journeys - Day Tours
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5 based on 67 reviews
We provide exclusive tours based on the Outlander series, by Diana Gabaldon. Follow in the footsteps of Jamie & Claire on your very own Outlandish Journey! You will be guided on your private tour by a Professional Genealogist and Historian, who has a special interest in Clan Histories and the wider history of (in our opinion!) the most beautiful country in the world.
Reviewed By PandaA1983 - Portland, Oregon
I contacted Steve over a year ago while researching our trip to Scotland. While I am an avid Outlander fan, my husband and our traveling companions are not. Steve was absolutely amazing in creating a tour that satisfied all of us! While throwing in a couple of other movie references as well. His knowledge of Scotland history and the stories he told on our journeys brought Scotland's history to life. Everything was fascinating and he was always ready to answer any question we had. Thank you Steve, for the best two days of our trip!!
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