Why visit
It gives families a simple indoor aquarium visit with sharks, rays, and a tunnel that still feels memorable on a shorter outing.
Before you go
At a glance
Opening times, tickets, address, parking, and the main practical details for planning your visit.
Opening times
Open daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Deep Sea World is open every day except Christmas Day, and last entry is 1 hour before closing.
Tickets
Tickets are sold online or on arrival. The official ticket page offers standard admission plus family and grandparent ticket options, with current prices shown in the live booking checkout.
Address
Deep Sea World, Forthside Terrace, Battery Quarry, North Queensferry KY11 1JR
Postcode
KY11 1JR
Parking
Free on-site parking is available beside the aquarium.
Last entry
Last entry is 1 hour before the advertised closing time.
Visit length
2-3 hours
Entry type
Standard aquarium admission, booked online or bought on arrival
Official source
Official website
Planning shortcut
Plan this visit faster
The key trip-planning answers families usually want before committing to the day.
Best for
Rainy-day plans, mixed-age siblings, and Forth Bridge day trips that need one reliable indoor stop.
How long to spend
Around 2 to 3 hours works for most families, especially if you time the visit around talks or feeding sessions.
Trip overview
About this location
The main reasons families add this stop to a Scotland itinerary.
Deep Sea World is a good fit when you want an indoor animal attraction with one clear headline moment rather than an all-day museum plan. The tunnel, shark feeds, and compact layout make it easy to manage with younger children or as part of a wider Forth day.
Scotland's national aquarium featuring an amazing underwater tunnel where sharks, rays, and tropical fish swim overhead. Interactive touch pools, feeding demonstrations, and educational talks captivate children of all ages. The transparent tunnel experience is particularly magical for toddlers and young children, creating unforgettable underwater memories.
On-site practicals
Facilities and amenities
Useful facilities families often check before visiting.
Café
Gift shop
Parking
Toilets
Baby changing
Family planning
Parent tips
Extra context to make the visit smoother.
Daily talks start from 11:00 AM and the main feed schedule runs at 1:00 PM, so timings can make the visit feel much fuller. Free on-site parking makes this an easy rainy-day stop from Edinburgh or Fife. Arrive a couple of hours before closing if you want the tunnel, talks, and touch pools without rushing.
Visual preview
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