SS Explorer
Leith
The SS Explorer is a Historic Fisheries Research Vessel (FRV) moored in Leith.
About
SS Explorer is one of the last surviving sea-going steam trawlers and is registered to Leith, the port of Edinburgh. She has been placed on the National Historic Ships Register and the SS Explorer Preservation Society is currently restoring her in the Edinburgh Dock, Leith.
Booking and Tours
Tours are free of charge and take roughly 1-2h depending on group size and specific interests.
Booking ensures your place on a tour and guarantees a tour guide will be available.
Arriving without a booking is likely to be met with refusal of access, as there may not be a tour guide available or other work preventing tours may be taking place.
Unfortunately, Forth Ports security requirements mean that we are currently unable to allow anyone under 16 years to visit the vessel.
Hours
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
10:30am–3pm
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Payment Methods
Free
Tours are free of charge and take roughly 1-2h depending on group size and specific interests. Booking ensures your place on a tour and guarantees a tour guide will be available. Arriving without a booking is likely to be met with refusal of access, as there may not be a tour guide available or other work preventing tours may be taking place. Unfortunately, Forth Ports security requirements mean that we are currently unable to allow anyone under 16 years to visit the vessel.
Parking
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*Please note that the direction of Google Maps is not accurate; take care before visiting. Access into the harbour is through the Bath Road security gate, off Salamander Street. If you're driving, set satnavs for Bath Road. The security hut is the yellow building at the end of the road. Original photo ID is required here, a passport or driving licence is ideal. We will send you more detail instruction once we receive email.
Pets
No Pets Allowed
Unfortunately, Forth Ports security requirements mean that we are currently unable to allow anyone under 16 years to visit the vessel.
Accessibility
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Nearby to SS Explorer
Approximate duration and distances shown are from SS Explorer.