ISLE OF MAN
Outstanding natural landscapes | Home of the TT | Over 10,000 years of history UNESCO Biosphere Region | Fun-filled outdoor pursuits | Tasty foodie treats
Laxey Wheel
This sea-bound kingdom is a place where the wonders of coastline and countryside , sea and shore , meet within a matter of minutes . It ’ s full of colour , contrasts and character as well as rich history , traditions , heritage railways and friendly locals extending the warmest of welcomes .
The capital , Douglas , is the main hub for shopping and entertainment . It ’ s also the start of the Story of Mann trail which acts as your guide to the island ’ s heritage attractions . Horse-drawn trams “ clip clop ” along the two miles of Douglas Promenade and it ’ s the boarding point for both the Steam Railway and Manx Electric Railway , which lead south and north respectively .
In Castletown see Castle Rushen , one of Europe ’ s best-preserved medieval castles ; at Laxey glimpse Lady Isabella , the world ’ s largest working waterwheel ; enjoy sandy beaches at Peel and Port Erin ; and at Ramsey take a stroll around the impressive working harbour .
Come rain or shine the island is just the place for those who relish outdoor activities and exhilarating adventures . Take to the emerald waters aboard a kayak or stand-up paddleboard , get your pulse racing with coasteering or a thrilling trike tour , or play a round of golf at a selection of challenging courses .
Peel Castle
With some of the best walking in the British Isles , why not slow your pace and marvel at majestic landscapes from coastal paths , country lanes and within 18 National Glens .
For a small island , the Isle of Man excels in the quality and variety of its locally produced food and drink – perfect for the foodie in everyone ! From handpicked vegetables at local farms and delicious melt-in-the-mouth ice cream , to homereared Loaghtan lamb and freshly caught queenies , the island ’ s produce is key to creating traditional mouthwatering dishes to make your stay memorable .
TT Grandstand
Tower of Refuge
1 Claremont 2 Empress 3 Comis Hotel 4 Sefton 5 Mannin 6 Regency
Horse Tram Terminus
Electric Railway
Langness Peninsula & Lighthouse
7 Best Western Palace
8 Ramsey Park 9 Ascot
10 Welbeck Hotel & Apartments
Irish Sea
11 Blossoms 12 The Devonian
13 At Caledonia
14 Cunard Apartments
15 Groudle Glen
Grove Curraghs Wildlife Park Museum
8 Ramsey Manx Electric Railway
Kirk Michael
9 7 Snaefell
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DOUGLAS ISLE OF MAN
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Peel Castle
12 Peel 11
House Tynwald Hill Laxey
5 of Manx Transport Museum Manannan
Gaiety Theatre 15
Manx 4 Douglas Bay
Museum Douglas
3 IOM Steam Railway
Tynwald Airport Santon
Buildings Promenade Gardens Rushen Abbey
Main shopping area Ballasalla
Irish Sea Port Erin
14 Port
1 The Sound Visitor Centre
St Mary Castletown Douglas Horse Trams Calf of Man Cregneash IOM Steam Railway
Athol St
TT Course
Lord St
Bucks Road
North Quay
Quayside
Strand St
Duke St
Castle St
Harris Promenade
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Central Promenade Queens Promenade
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