Queensferry Museum

Queensferry Museum is a small local museum with one of the best settings of any attraction in the Edinburgh area.

Located on South Queensferry’s historic High Street, it overlooks the Firth of Forth and the Forth Bridge, giving visitors a direct view of the landscape and engineering that shaped the town.

The permanent displays cover the past and traditions of Queensferry and the neighbouring village of Dalmeny. Social history, local customs, trade and community life all feature, while the town’s relationship with the Forth provides a natural link to stories of ferries, bridges and civic engineering.

The museum’s scale makes it easy to explore without rushing. Objects, photographs and interpretation help put the streets outside into context, so a visit adds more meaning to a walk around the harbour, waterfront and old town. Temporary exhibitions curated by local community groups also give the displays a changing local focus.

Part of a South Queensferry Day Out

Queensferry Museum works best as part of a wider visit to the town. After exploring the displays, you can continue along the High Street, walk towards the Forth Bridge viewpoints or head down to the harbour for boat trips and waterfront views.

Opening hours can be seasonal, so check the official Queensferry Museum page before making a special journey.