One of the only boat lifts of its kind in the entire world, the Falkirk Wheel connects the Union Canal with the Forth and Clyde Canal. The lift opened in 2002 and other than its useful purpose of transporting boats, it has also become a popular tourist attraction.

Visitors can see the boats raised or lowered nearly 24 meters from one canal to the other with an exciting wheel rotation that takes less than 10 minutes.

Visitors can take a boat trip and explore the canals and the wheel itself.

Tickets can be purchased at the visitor center near the lower basin and boat trips are scheduled every hour. Over 400,000 people visit the Falkirk Wheel annually as it offers a fun experience and stunning views.

Lime Rd, Tamfourhill, Falkirk FK1 4RS, UK, Phone: +44-870-050-0208, View Map

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