What to expect
Visit the amazing Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel , two unique tour experiences – the unique Falkirk Wheel is the only rotating boat lift in the world . Five star tour of the Kelpies and the Falkirk Wheel. The Kelpies are the largest equine sculpture in the world, each is 100 feet high and made from 300 tones of steel . The Kelpies are a tribute to the Clydesdale horses used to pull barges on the canals of Scotland in the 19th century . The Kelpies were mystical and dangerous water creatures . In mythology , the Kelpies could rise out of the sea in the form of a horse and grab a sheep and then disappear back into the sea. A one hour boat trip over the Wheel is available ( optional extra, bookable separately ) Your Falkirk based guide gives advice on the best viewpoints for taking photos. Small private group tour for up to 4 people. Last-minute bookings up to 24 hours in advance. Shore excursions available from Edinburgh . This is the perfect day trip from Edinburgh to Falkirk
