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St Michael's Mount

Castle & Historic Landmark · Cornwall, England · Marazion, TR17 0HS

St Michael's Mount is a castle & historic landmark in Cornwall, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £18–£21 · Child £9–£10.50 · Family £45
St Michael's Mount official castle prices: advance adult £18, child 5-15 £9, family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £45; on the day £21 / £10.50 / £52.50. Under-5s free. From mid-September island access is free. Boats when the tide covers the causeway (£3.20 / £1.60; last boats 31 Oct). Marazion TR17 0HS.
Opening timesCastle tickets needed up to 30 October; winter opening is limited, so check the calendar.
Best time to goWeekdays outside school holidays; check the tides and ferry.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
All ages; steep cobbled climb, not for pushchairs.
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
ParkingSt Michael's Mount long stay and overflow car parks (not National Trust; members and Blue Badge holders pay). (Not stated)
FoodThe Island Café, afternoon teas and pop-ups.
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsCheck the causeway or ferry times first. Wear sturdy shoes.
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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