Cramond Island
A tidal island you can reach on foot along a roughly 1.5-kilometre causeway at low tide, with Second World War gun battery ruins and views over the Firth of Forth.
This tidal island lies just outside the village of Cramond on the northwest edge of Edinburgh. At low tide a causeway of about 1.5 kilometres emerges, flanked by a row of concrete anti-ship pillars from the Second World War, which make a striking sight. On the island are the remains of a Second World War gun battery and barracks, with views of the three Forth bridges and the Fife coast. The causeway can be crossed safely only for about two hours either side of low tide. Always check the tide times posted at the causeway entrance before you set out, as stranded visitors needing rescue are reported every year. Entry is free. From the city centre, take a bus for about 30 minutes to Cramond village. The round trip, including time on the island, takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.
Opening hours
Depends on tides; about two safe crossing windows daily
Nearby sights
- Inchcolm Island
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
- Dean Village
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Stockbridge & Circus Lane
- Princes Street Gardens
- Forth Bridge