Isle of Man

Explore Isle of Man coast, seaside and beaches

The Isle of Man is an island 572 km2 in the Irish Sea lying between Great Britain and Ireland.

This island offers stunning landscapes, and unspoiled beaches on a very long and beautiful coastline making it a perfect holiday destination whoever you are. There is a wealth of history to explore and wonderful places to see from slow and sleepy tourism to action-packed adventure! You even have the original steam railway as an option to transport yourself around.

Whether it's water sports, mountain climbing, biking, walking the coastal paths, watching the wildlife, quad biking or spending a day in the museums and art galleries you'll find exactly what you want to do. The heritage of this island is varied and dates back more than 10 000 years allowing you to discover the ancient castles, forts and mounds, waterwheels and mines and follow in the steps of missionaries and the Vikings!

Raad ny Foillan (Way of the Gull) is a coastal path that takes you around the island. The walk is 145km (90 miles) and is marked by a sign showing a Gull.

The Isle of Man was designated as a UNESCO Biosphere in 2016 in recognition of its special environment, culture, heritage and economy. The Isle of Man is an entire nation Biosphere with all land and territorial sea included.

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Where would you like to go? Use our search bar to search across all our local listings, ideal for finding that nearest spot to visit:

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Want some ideas on where to visit?

Every favourite location must be visited for the first time. Want some ideas, why not check out the below small selection of coastal locations, including beaches, activities, things to see and do, and places to stay and eat:

Events

The Isle of Man TT

29th May 2023
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10th June 2023
The Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy) is run in a time-trial format on public roads closed to the public. The first Isle of Man TT race was held on Tuesday 28 May 1907 and has since been held for most years. The TT takes place over a 2 week period with the first week dominated by practice sessions followed Read more…
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Lighthouses Challenge

2nd July 2023
The Isle of Man Lighthouses Challenge is an event for all abilities and offers one of 3 courses. Full Circle covering over 100 miles in distance and over 2000 metres (6800 feet) in climbing Half Circle, 51 miles, takes you to the second feed station at St John’s before heading back to Douglas, Quarter Circle takes you south from Douglas Read more…
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Tynwald Open-Air Ceremony

5th July 2023
Tynwald Hill, which is located in St Johns, plays host to an open-air meeting of the Island’s parliament, Tynwald, once a year on July 5th. It is believed that the open-air ceremony, was established by Norse Viking settlers over a thousand years ago with the hill thought to have been built in the 13th century, making it the oldest continuous Read more…
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Manx Grand Prix

20th August 2023
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28th August 2023
The Manx Grand Prix is centred around the August bank Holiday Weekend with a qualifying week followed by 3 race days: Qualifying week is daily Sun 10th August – Thu 24th Race days Fri 25th, Sat 26th and Mon 28th August The race is held on the world-famous 37.73 miles Isle of Man TT Mountain Course and although the first Read more…
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The Peel New Year Dip

1st January 2024
The Peel New Year Dip takes place on New Year’s day at 12 noon on Peel Beach. Preceded by judging of the fancy dress competition at 11:45 am. The dip is an annual event that started back in 1983 with just 4 dippers and now in excess of 300 take part in raising money for charities. Read more…
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History and heritage

Jurby Transport Museum

Jurby Transport Museum is housed in a former RAF Aircraft Hangar and has a wide range of vehicles on display, including buses, cars, lorries, steam engines and trams Read more…
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Port Cornaa Beach

Port Cornaa Beach is a pebble beach within a small cove at the end of a valley that has Gob ny How to one side. If you choose to visit you may well get this beach to yourself. You have a freshwater lagoon just alongside the beach which is fed by the Cornaa river and at high tide this often Read more…
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Port Erin Lighthouse

Port Erin has two lighthouses, the first is a traditional tower lighthouse on the beach whilst the second is on the stone pier “Raglan Pier”, named after the Governor. The Port Erin beach lighthouse is concrete construction and is 33ft high. On the promenade above the tower are a rear light, a red and white striped lampost with a red Read more…
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Castle of the Heights

Castle of the Heights (Cashtal yn Ard) is a well-preserved chambered tomb situated on a hill overlooking the parish of Maughold. The tomb has been dated to 2000 BC and is one of the best preserved Neolithic monuments on the Isle of Man, although the stone cairn has been stripped away, the large firmly set stones create a dramatic burial Read more…
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Peel lifeboat station

Peel lifeboat station was established in 1829 and now operates an all-weather lifeboat. Station is open daily although has no shop. Read more…
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Douglas – Broadway Beach

Broadway beach in Douglas is a sandy beach in the middle of Douglas bay. Facilities nat the beach include car parking, toilets, cafe, shops, restaurants. Read more…
Place to eat

Bradda Glen Cafe and Restaurant

Bradda Glen Cafe and Restaurant has panoramic views over Port Erin Bay, a perfect spot to relax with a coffee with homemade cake or experience lunch and evening meals. Read more…
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Port St Mary Calf Of Man Boat

All year-round boat trips to and around the Calf of Man. The boat departs from St Mary harbour and trips are either a 2 hour coastline hugging trip to see the birds and seals or they can include 3 hours onshore to explore the Calf of Man. The boat holds a maximum of 12 persons and the minimum for a Read more…
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House of Manannan

The House of Manannan takes you through the island’s rich maritime past from the Kingdom of Mann through to the busy 19th-century fishing ports. Manannan is the Island’s mythological sea god. Some of the items you can see: Journey through a reconstruction of a Celtic roundhouse Join the crew of the Odin’s Raven Viking longship Find out what life was Read more…
Great Union Camera Obscura

Great Union Camera Obscura

Great Union Camera Obscura was built in 1892 as a Victorian attraction for tourists. It works by using a series of 11 mirrors and lenses which are located around the roof line above a darkened room. This produces views of the surrounding area projected onto a circular table which provides 11 moving colour pictures of the 360-degree view which includes Read more…
Animals & Wildlife

Manx Sea Life Safari

Manx Sea Life Safari is a local family-run business, that loves to show off the island’s fantastic coastal landscapes and sea life. Based out of the Kiosk on Peel breakwater, we are delighted to be able to offer the opportunity to experience life on the waves. Daily sailing throughout the summer months along with corporate and private bookings. Read more…
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Old House of Keys

The Old House of Keys is the former meeting place of the House of Keys, the lower house of Tynwald, the Isle of Man’s parliament. It is located across the street from Castle Rushen in Castletown, the former capital of the Isle of Man, in the southeast of the island. The building is now a museum and has been restored to its appearance in 1866, which was chosen Read more…
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