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Castle

St Michael's Mount

Marazion, Cornwall

Tidal island crowned by a medieval castle and subtropical terraced gardens, reached on foot by causeway at low tide or by boat.

Official website Directions Where to stay

Mooch tip Walk over at low tide, boat back if the tide comes in.

Visiting

Opening times
Castle approx mid-March to end of October; garden Mon-Fri May-early Sept; island open all year
How long to allow
Half day
Best time to go
Check tide times for the causeway
Accessibility
Very steep cobbled path to castle

Getting there

Address
Marazion, TR17 0HS
Parking
Marazion pay car parks
Nearest station
Penzance (approx 3 miles)
Other ways
Bus from Penzance

Places to stay near St Michael's Mount

See all places to stay around Marazion

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