Plan your visit
Deep Sea World is open every day except for Christmas Day.
Deep Sea World is open every day except for Christmas Day.
With so much to see and do, you’ll want plenty of time to dive into the full Deep Sea World experience!
From fascinating talks to thrilling feeds, arriving a couple of hours before closing ensures you don’t miss a moment.
Closing times vary (with shorter winter hours), so be sure to check ahead and make the most of every visit. Last entry is an hour before advertised closing time.
Getting Here is Easy! Whether you’re driving (with free on-site parking) or hopping on a quick 15-minute train from Edinburgh to North Queensferry, reaching Deep Sea World couldn’t be simpler.
By Car
From the South: Follow signs for Forth Road Bridge. Once across the bridge, take the first exit left and follow the brown tourist signs for Deep Sea World.
From the North: Turn off the M90 at Junction 1 and follow the brown tourist signs for Deep Sea World.
By Train
Our nearest station is North Queensferry
For more information on how to get to us, visit our How To Get Here page!
Here at Deep Sea World, we pride ourselves on being a great place to visit for all the family and our space is designed with access for everyone in mind.
For full details, head to our Visitor Accessibility
The Bridge cafe, a one-of-a-kind dining experience nestled inside the heart of the Deep Sea World. Surrounded by panoramic views of the Forth Bridge (UNESCO World Heritage) and our Seals pool, The Bridge cafe offers more than just a meal.
Café Hours:
Monday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Opening hours may differ from time to time, please verify this with reception when you’re visiting)
Become a member
Ready to dive into adventure again and again? With our Annual Membership, you’ll enjoy unlimited visits to Europe’s largest collection of sharks PLUS loads of exclusive perks! Come just 3 times and you’re already saving. Why stop at one splash when you can make it a year of unforgettable underwater fun?
Shark Dive Experiences!
Dive deeper into adventure and explore unforgettable Shark diving experiences with these incredible creatures. Keep exploring to find the dive that’s perfect for you.
Junior Shark Dives
Junior Shark Dives
The perfect underwater adventure for children aged 8-15. This session gives the young explorers the chance to swim on a journey of underwater discovery in the our underwater tunnel.
Adult Shark Dives
Adult Shark Dives
Where adrenaline meets discovery! Come face-to-fin with majestic 10ft Sand Tiger Sharks, graceful stingrays, and shimmering shoals of fish.
Qualified Dives
Qualified Dives
If you’re already a qualified diver, then Deep Sea World is the perfect place to discover some incredible creatures of the sea.
Conservation
Protecting the world’s species for future generations is not only important for our ecosystems and habitats, but it also has a knock-on effect on our food chains and biodiversity. Conservation and highlighting its importance are vital to our work here at Deep Sea World Aquarium.