Castle Rushen - Cashtal Rushen : Manx National Heritage

About

Castle Rushen is one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the British Isles. Built 800 years ago for a Viking king, the castle has been a Civil War fortress and the Island’s Victorian prison. Step over the drawbridge and into the intricate architecture of the keep, and you’ll understand how the three-foot thick walls kept people out – and in. The castle sits as a huge statement of power and intent, towering high above the market square and harbours of Castletown, the ancient capital of the Isle of Man.

With a fully accessible ground floor, every visitor can experience echoes of history within the walls.

Opening Times

2026 Season: Friday 27th March – Sunday 1st November 2026

Open daily: 9.30am – 4.30pm; last entry 4pm

Admission

Adult £14 – all visitors have the option to make a voluntary donation of £1.50 at point of entry

Student £7 (over 18 with a valid Student Card)

Children FREE (children aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult)

Multi-site savings available please click HERE for more information

Your admission:

All admission tickets for Castle Rushen have the option to make a voluntary donation of £1.50 to Manx National Heritage (Isle of Man registered charity no. 603). This donation directly supports the ongoing conservation and management of the Isle of Man’s most significant historic buildings, landscapes, archives and museum collections. Should you wish to opt out of this voluntary contribution, please inform a member of staff at the ticket desk at the time of purchase.
Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Some special events may incur an additional admission charge.
Student discount is available on production of a valid student card.
Group discounts are available to pre-booked group visitors of 15 or more paying visitors booked 7 days in advance. Find out more.
Holiday and Annual Passes – admission is only permitted on production of a valid card. Cards are valid for the named person and are not transferable. ID may also be requested. Free access is for 14 days from the first day of use on a Holiday Pass and 1 Year from first date of use on an Annual Pass for Isle of Man residents.
Free admission is available to children under 18 years of age, persons accompanying a disabled visitor, GO Explore Heritage and GO Platinum Reserve Passes for use with trams, trains and bus transport and Members of the Friends of Manx National Heritage and organisations holding an agreement with Manx National Heritage. Entry available to the named member only on presentation of a valid membership card. Restrictions may apply. For details on our reciprocal arrangements, please consult your membership handbook.