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Queensferry

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Queensferry

Queensferry works well as a base: 10 minutes from Kirkliston, 14km from The Royal Mile.

Queensferry is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 8,960, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Queensferry sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Queensferry to your route.

About Queensferry

The Priory Church of St Mary of Mount Carmel, commonly called the Priory Church or St Mary's Episcopal Church, is a congregation of the Scottish Episcopal Church located in South Queensferry, near Edinburgh, Scotland. The church building was constructed in the mid 15th century for the Carmelite Order. It served as the

Read more parish church in the 16th and 17th centuries, but subsequently fell into disrepair. In 1890 it was restored and reopened by the Scottish Episcopal Church. It is now the only medieval Carmelite church still in use in the British Isles, and is a category A listed building.

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What are the best things to do in Queensferry?

Queensferry offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Queensferry located?

Queensferry is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 55.9909 latitude, -3.3985 longitude.

What is the population of Queensferry?

Queensferry has a population of approximately 8,960 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
8,960
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.9909, -3.3985

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Queensferry

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

cafe

The Bikers Cove

A waterfront biker cafe in South Queensferry beneath the iconic Forth bridges, offering stunning views and a warm welcome to riders.

0 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Forth Bridge

UNESCO-listed Victorian cantilever railway bridge spanning the Firth of Forth, a masterwork of 19th-century engineering in 54,000 tonnes of steel.

1 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Edinburgh Zoo

Scotland's capital zoo home to the UK's only giant pandas and over 1,000 rare and endangered animals.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Edinburgh Castle

Dramatic fortress perched atop Castle Rock, dominating the Edinburgh skyline for over 900 years.

13 km · about 25 min drive

museum

National Museum of Scotland

A stunning Victorian and modern building housing diverse collections from Scottish history to world cultures and natural science.

14 km · about 25 min drive

historic highway

The Royal Mile

Edinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.

14 km · about 25 min drive

cathedral

St Giles' Cathedral

The High Kirk of Edinburgh with its distinctive crown spire, mother church of Presbyterianism on the Royal Mile.

14 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Calton Hill

An accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.

14 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Queensferry

  • Right hereThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • Right hereCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 16 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Queensferry.

North Queensferry

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2 km awayPop. 1,070

Kirkliston

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4 km awayPop. 4,740

Inverkeithing

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5 km awayPop. 5,220

Winchburgh

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6 km awayPop. 2,500

Rosyth

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6 km awayPop. 13,570

Dalgety Bay

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6 km awayPop. 9,810

Ratho Station

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6 km awayPop. 1,270

Newbridge

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6 km awayPop. 1,013

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