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Douglas Destination Guide

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Explore Douglas Seaside, Coast and Beaches

Douglas is the capital and largest town on the Isle of Man. The town is situated within a bay on the east coast of the Island Douglas is the hub of the island's travel network, with regular bus services to Port Erin, Peel and Ramsey. The town also has the termini of the two main Manx railway lines: the steam railway to Port Erin and the electric tramway to Ramsey. It is also the home of the ferry terminal, that operates regular services to Heysham, Liverpool and occasional services to Dublin and Belfast.

Douglas Middle Coast Map

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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

The Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy) is run in a time-trial format on public roads closed to the public. Read more…
27th May 2024
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8th June 2024
Events

Lighthouses Challenge

The Isle of Man Lighthouses Challenge is an event that runs on the Sunday along with a Pedal party in Read more…
6th July 2024
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7th July 2024
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Manx Grand Prix

The Manx Grand Prix is centred around the August bank Holiday Weekend, with a qualifying week followed by three race Read more…
18th August 2024
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26th August 2024
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Gaiety-Theatre

Gaiety Theatre

The Gaiety Theatre in Douglas is located on the Douglas promenade overlooking the sea. The theatre was built in 1899 Read more…
Place Tags: Art - Culture
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Douglas – Broadway Beach

Broadway beach in Douglas is a sandy beach in the middle of Douglas bay. Facilities at the beach include car Read more…
Place Tags: Beaches
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Manx Electric Railway Museum

Manx Electric Railway Museum is located inside the Goods Shed of the Derby Castle Car Sheds developed in the 1890s. Read more…
Place Tags: Museums
Groudle Glen Railway

Groudle Glen Railway

Groudle Glen Railway is a 2 ft (610 mm) narrow gauge railway which is owned and operated by a small Read more…
Place Tags: Attractions
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Douglas Central Beach

Douglas Central beach is a sandy beach in the heart of the town. Facilities: parking, toilets, shops, cafe, restaurants. Read more…
Place Tags: Beaches
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Marine Drive

Marine Drive was originally part of the Southern Electric Railway which opened in 1896 but was closed during the wars Read more…
Place Tags: Outdoors - Nature
Manx-Museum

Manx Museum

The Manx Museum represents the Isle of Man’s 10,000 year history and is depicted through film, galleries and interactive displays. Read more…
Place Tags: Museums
Tynwald

Tynwald

Tynwald or more formally, the High Court of Tynwald or Tynwald Court is the legislature of the Isle of Man. Read more…
Place Tags: History - Heritage
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Summerhill Beach

Summerhill beach is a sandy town beach at the northern end of the Douglas bay and promenade. Summerhill is within Read more…
Place Tags: Beaches
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Port Soderick Beach

Port Soderick beach is a sand and rocky beach with a promenade, a children’s play area and a picnic site. Read more…
Place Tags: Beaches
Groudle Beach

Groudle Beach

Groudle Beach is a pebble beach in a small horseshoe-shaped bay just to the north of Douglas. You have a Read more…
Place Tags: Beaches and Dog Friendly
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Tower of Refuge

The Tower of Refuge, also known as St. Mary’s Isle, is a small castle-like structure built upon a partially submerged Read more…
Place Tags: History - Heritage
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