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A location to please all tastes
Whether you want laid-back relaxation , gentle or challenging activity, fancy just sight-seeing and exploring or are looking to combine business with pleasure, Courtyard Apartments is perfectly positioned to satisfy most people. Below are just some of the things to see and visit, to do and enjoy and even some local places to eat and drink that we think you might appreciate.
...and down the bottom of the page you can see our exact location.
SOME OF THE THINGS TO VISIT, SEE AND DO
HIGH STREET INVERKEITHING
Inverkeithing is a busy commuter hub, and its railway station is a main stop for trains on the Fife Circle Line that runs north from Edinburgh. It is also home to the Ferrytoll Park & Ride, which offers bus connections across the Forth and to the rest of Fife. Inverkeithing lies on the Fife Coastal Path, one of Scotland's Great Trails.
FORTH RAIL BRIDGE
This railway bridge, crossing the Forth estuary in Scotland, had the world’s longest spans (541 m) when it opened in 1890. It remains one of the greatest cantilever trussed bridges and continues to carry passengers and freight. Its distinctive industrial aesthetic is the result of a forthright and unadorned display of its structural components. Innovative in style, materials and scale, the Forth Bridge marks an important milestone in bridge design and construction during the period when railways came to dominate long-distance land travel.
HARBOUR LIGHT TOWER, NORTH QUEENSFERRY
The world's smallest working light tower sits in North Queensferry, alongside one of the engineering wonders of the world. You can climb the 24 stairs up to the lamp as was last done over 100 years ago. Discover how the light-keeper kept the lamp burning and how the unique signaling system worked. Become part of the tower's history by lighting the lamp and receiving a Certificate of Competence as an Honorary Keeper of the Light. This tiny gem amongst the world's lighthouses and light towers is one of Scotland's unknown treasures.
MERCAT CROSS
Said to be one of the finest examples of a mercat or market cross in Scotland. The cross is said to have been built as a memorial for the marriage of the Duke of Rothesay with the daughter of the Earl of Douglas.The core of the mercat cross is said to date from the late 14th century with the unicorn and shield with St Andrews cross were added in 1688.
FRIARY GARDENS
Friary Gardens is a very historic greenspace in the centre of Inverkeithing. It is beside the civic centre which contains a library and cafe. The greenspace has dramatic views out over the Forth to Edinburgh. The gardens were part of a medieval friary. On the edge of the gardens is a hospitium built mid 14th century.
ARTHUR'S SEAT EDINBURGH
Arthur's Seat is an extinct volcano which is the main peak of the group of hills in Edinburgh, Scotland, which form most of Holyrood Park, described by Robert Louis Stevenson as "a hill for magnitude, a mountain in virtue of its bold design".
PRINCES STREET EDINBURGH
One of the first places you will visit after arriving in Edinburgh is the historic Princes Street. This main thoroughfare has been the heart of the city since 1770, and is now one of Edinburgh’s most popular retail hubs. Visit Princes Street for a spot of shopping – you’ll find all the big high street stores along this road. Princes Street is also a wonderful location for history, with a number of key landmarks nearby. Here you will find gorgeous views of Edinburgh Castle, a number of galleries, and the Scott Monument, making it ideal for photography. After shopping or snapping, take a break in the Princes Street Gardens, which feature a beautiful floral clock, a war memorial, and lovely green lawns that are perfect for a picnic.
ABERDOUR BEACH
Aberdour Silver Sands is one of the most popular and attractive beaches on the Fife coast. Silver Sands offers the freshness and variety of the seaside as well as the peace and tranquillity of the countryside. The shore, in its charming setting, looks out to the islands of Inchmickery and Inchcolm, where there is a famous abbey. It is a great place for a family day out, with a kids’ putting green and a bouncy castle in the summer. The Fife Coastal Path passes by this beach and the surrounding area is well worth walking.
DALGETY BAY CIRCULAR WALK
The small town of Dalgety Bay sits on the shores of the Firth of Forth and is a great place for walking.
Aberdour-Dalgety Bay is a circular walk utilising the Fife coastal path. The section between Dalgety Bay and Aberdour is full of snowdrops and daffodils (sold locally in aid of Cancer Research) during the Spring months.
Inverkeithing-Dalgety Bay walk is a coastal and woodland route that starts and finishes at Ballast Bank, Preston Crescent, Inverkeithing. If you would prefer a shorter walk, then there are options to miss parts out. If using public transport you can easily start from Inverkeithing High Street.
PRESTON HILL QUARRY
For many years now the diving community have been regular visitors to Preston Hill quarry and have used the site as an inland diving location both for diver progression training and for recreational purposes when weather conditions prevent diving in the open sea.
ST MARGARETS CAVE
Not far from Dunfermline Abbey and the ruins of the palace is an ordinary parking lot with a small, nondescript building nestled in the corner. But there’s more than meets the eye. Enter this building, and you’ll discover a hidden tunnel. The sound of piped-in hymns and chants adds an eerie ambiance as you descend beneath what, from the surface, seems like any other parking lot. A staircase beneath the building descends into a tunnel that leads visitors to a small, natural cave containing a life-sized image of Saint Margaret of Scotland. The cave, which was originally set in the wall of a valley, was a favorite spot of Queen Margaret, an 11th-century Scottish queen.
EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world's largest and single greatest celebration of arts and culture on the planet. For three weeks in August, the city of Edinburgh welcomes an explosion of creative energy from around the globe. Artsts and performers take to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
WHISKY TASTING
Edinburgh is famous for a few things and whisky is most certainly one of them. It comes as no surprise that there are several ways to wet your whisky whistle in Edinburgh and beyond (try saying that after a few drams). If you’re after a tipple, head out on one of the city’s guided walks where you’ll visit Edinburgh’s best bars or, for a more in-depth look at boozy creation processes, grab a ticket for a distillery tour around the Southern Highlands.
WATER OF LEITH WALKS
The Water of Leith is a perfect pathway for adventuring. Consider it a beautiful stroll as opposed to a hardy hike. The water itself is the main river that flows through Edinburgh until it meets the Firth of Forth. Start at Balerno and follow the water until you get to Leith. Immerse yourself into nature as you watch the autumn leaves fall from the many trees and examine the old stone bridges overhead. Look out for wild brown trout, eels, minnows, and even some pike here and there.
SOME OF THE PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK WE THINK YOU MIGHT ENJOY
CENTRAL BAR
Central Bar is a single bar operation with a large, flexible lounge bar area served through a hatch. The trading area is bright, colourful and well maintained, in walk-in condition. There is also a pool table situated in the bar area. The Central Bar benefits from a prominent position on the high street with a large double frontage as well as being convenient for the local shopping area and nighttime circuit.
THE HALF CROWN PUB
The pub is part of a 1670-1680 building and sits besides the Courtyard Apartments. The place is one roomed with a small horseshoe bar, with lots of wooden panelling.
BURGH ARMS
Burgh Arms is a popular family run pub providing a wide range of beers, spirits and real ales. The new chef has put together a reasonably priced traditional pub grub menu. Food is cooked fresh to order and the ingredients sourced personally by the owner. Food is available daily from 12pm. until 3pm. with Sunday lunch from 12.30pm. There is regular live music and on the last Sunday of every month it holds a very popular Jam Session.
CURRY HEIGHTS
Get closer to the real India at Inverkeithing’s most vibrant High Street Takeaway… Feast on true classic curries from India’s far-flung corners or explore the wonderful flavour variety of our set meals, the undoubted stars of the show…it’s what taste buds were made for!
MAURIZIO'S
At Maurizio’s you can order Inverkeithing’s tastiest Pizzas, Kebabs, Pastas and other delicious dishes online and have it delivered or collected at your convenience!Maurizio’s only uses the finest fresh ingredients and all the food is prepared daily to ensure you receive the highest quality possible - try and see for yourself. It also has some great value Meal Deals all available for collection or home delivery! Quality, Service and Enjoyment is our Business!
CADORA CAFE
The menu of Cadora Cafe is recommended to British and Scottish cuisine lovers. The cooks here prepare mouthwatering fish & chips, fried fish and sausages. In accordance with the visitors' opinions, coffee is delicious at this place.
At this spot, you can get a takeaway. The energetic staff welcomes people all year round. Fabulous service is something clients agree upon here. Attractive prices are to be expected at this cafe.
OUR POSITION
Courtyard Apartments is at 34 High Street, Inverkeithing, KY11 1NN. Situated in the Royal Burgh of Inverkeithing, 300 m from the town centre. A few miles away from the Inverkeithing Beach and Bay. The Forth Bridge is overlooking.
By Car..
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Head south to M90
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At junction 1B, take the B981 exit to Port of Rosyth/N.Queensferry
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At Ferrytoll Jct, take the 1st exit onto Hope St/B981
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Continue straight to stay on Hope St/B981 (go through 1 roundabout)
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Turn right onto High St
By Train...
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Inverkeithing train station is mainly served by ScotRail trains. Direct ScotRail services connect Inverkeithing to Edinburgh in 23m, Inverkeithing to Arbroath in 1h 23m and Inverkeithing to Inverness in 3h 6m.
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