Castletown

Castletown was the capital of the Isle of Man until 1869.

By plane

• Isle of Man AirportThe main civilian airport on the Isle of Man, it is near Castletown and has daily flights from many airports in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

By train

• Castletown railway stationon the Douglas - Port Erin line

By bus

Regular buses from Douglas via Port St Mary and Port Erin (route numbers 1, 2, 11 and 12) and occasional buses from Peel (service No. 8)

Landmarks

• Rushen CastleA beautifully restored 16th-century castle. The impressive fortress of was once home to the Kings and Lords of Mann. It was built for a Norse king in 1265, and was developed by successive rulers between the 13th and 16th centuries. During its time it was used as a fortress, royal residence, a mint and even a prison.

• St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church

  phone: +44 1624 82 22 72
  address: 9 Hope St
  A very plain but pleasant small 19th-century church.

Museums

• Nautical Museum

  address: Bridge Street
  The main focus of the museum is Peggy of Castletown, an 18th-century yacht.

• Old Grammar School

  phone: +44 1624 648017
  A history museum in a very old building. Open seasonally.

• The Old House of Keys

  address: IM9 1LA
  This building was used by the House of Keys, the lower house of Tynwald, until 1874, when the parliament was moved to Douglas.

• Manx Aviation and Military MuseumA museum dedicated to the aviation and military history next to Ronaldsway Airport.

• Museum of the Manx RegimentThis small building houses an exhibition dedicated to the 15th (Isle of Man) Light Anti Aircraft Regiment.

There are many cafes, restaurants and pubs in Castletown, serving anything from a takeaway sandwich to a three-course, five-star meal.

• Curry Club Indian Restaurant

  phone: +44 1624 822226
  address: 20 Arbory St, Castletown, IM9 1LJ

There are many places to drink in Castletown, from typical British pubs to cocktail and wine bars.

There are a few bed and breakfasts in Castletown

• The George Hotel

  phone: +44 1624 822533
  address: The Parade

Book ahead especially in the TT Season when rooms will be at a premium.

The Isle of Man is largely a very safe place but petty crime does occur, and as with any destination, tourists should always be on their guard.

• Douglas – Largest town and current capital of the Isle of Man.
• Port St Mary