# Deep Sea World, North Queensferry — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Journey through Scotland's largest aquarium and marvel at sharks, rays and tropical fish in the UK's longest underwater tunnel, with family-friendly facilities and dining options available.

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Aquarium

# Deep Sea World

Forthside Terrace

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10258712464033863161&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Cherisse Baker](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110255288987606855853)

**In short:** Deep Sea World is an aquarium in North Queensferry, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 6,187 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Deep Sea World

Journey through Scotland's largest aquarium and marvel at sharks, rays and tropical fish in the UK's longest underwater tunnel, with family-friendly facilities and dining options available.

## What's nearby

- Forth Bridge North Viewpoint next door
- The Wee Restaurant 200m away
- Forth Bridges Lighthouse Museum & 1817 Light Tower 200m away
- Rankin's Cafe 250m away
- Pierhead Play Park 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Facilities

Toilets Onsite Parking Food Available

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Claire Witherspoon](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106926449517586842285/reviews) ★★★★★

This place is great, it's been in Fife for quite some time. The staff are super friendly! Brilliant with children's, so good theyre liked trained by Disney! It isn't cheap however. And the café there is up there, but....It must take a lot to keep, costs must be astronomical. Go, visit, support your local things. We really enjoyed our trip!

· via Google

[isma jang](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105103589406327901820/reviews) ★★★★★

This aquarium had the longest undersea tunnel but lacks a lot of nature like sea plants, I felt like it needs a big renovation and better lighting the facilities were okay and the prices could have been cheaper as they dont reflect what the sea life centre offers. I understand they have sea life tours but the center is lacking in sea creatures, the coffee shop seems to lack good food and no air conditioning it a heat trap. It actually made me feel sad.

· via Google

[Sam Das](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108370850881694253397/reviews) ★★★★★

Good one here at Edinburgh a must visit with children. We can find shark here and other fishes aswell. They made it creatively. Price vise may be little high. Compare to castle etc. on the spot tickets are available

· via Google

[Tim McPhail](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109539104560125970750/reviews) ★★★★★

WOW!!!! What a day!! Access with 4 guests to the whole place before our dive was awesome!!!! So much to see and so much information re conservation etc, which we are so keen on!!! FFW to our dive!!! Lorna and Ellie were AWESOME!! Everything was broken down, explained, explained again and made us both just feel so relaxed about everything! Ellie was fab with my hubby, he had a wee bit more trepidation about the experience but Ellie had him covered, what a huge asset to the dive team!! Great experience in the training tank/test tank before we sunk 3m down!!! Finally dive time and again, more reassuring from Lorna and Ellie, nothing was forced. Down the ladder.... popped the ears and landed on the surface.... SHAAAAARKS AND RAYS STRAIGHT AWAY!!!! Hi to family and friends (and randoms) in the tunnel and then start scanning for more sharks, rays and everything else!!! 30 mins fleeeeewwww in!! Make sure you male the most of every second you are in the tank.... it, like the rays, flies by!!!!! Do it do it do it!! That's my advice!!! We're away to Tolouse and Barcelona this summer and already looking for a dive!!!! Lorna and Ellie, what a team 👌😀 Can't wait to come back!!!!

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4887cfc7a0ad72ed:0x8e5e44a20f9c55f9!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

People say this aquarium offers a wide variety of marine life, including sharks, rays, and seals, with an impressive walk-through tunnel and friendly, knowledgeable staff.

Other reviews mention the items can be overpriced and the facilities can be poorly maintained.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Battery Quarry, Forthside Terrace, North Queensferry, Inverkeithing, KY11 1JR [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=56.0082400%2C-3.3912820)

**Category** Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

**Guest rating** 3.8 / 5 (6,187 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Suggested visit** 2-3 hours

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Destination** North Queensferry

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★ 3.8 (6,187 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.deepseaworld.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01383411880](tel:01383411880)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** North Queensferry

**Postcode** KY11 1JR

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C8R2J55+7F

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Deep Sea World?

Deep Sea World is open Mon–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Deep Sea World any good?

Deep Sea World is rated 3.8 out of 5 from 6,187 Google reviews.

### Is Deep Sea World good for children?

Yes, Deep Sea World is listed as good for children.

### How long do you need at Deep Sea World?

Allow two to three hours.

### Is Deep Sea World indoors or outdoors?

Deep Sea World has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is Deep Sea World suitable for?

Deep Sea World suits all ages.

### Is Deep Sea World wheelchair accessible?

Deep Sea World has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Deep Sea World?

Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking.

### How do I contact Deep Sea World?

Call Deep Sea World on +44 1383 411880.

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