Top 8 things to do in Douglas
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011. Private Shore Tour: Peel Vikings & the Scenic West Coast
5 hoursFrom₹59,650/ personInstant confirmationStep back in time and uncover the Isle of Man’s rich Celtic and Viking heritage on this captivating private shore tour through the island’s scenic west coast. Travel along country roads and dramatic coastlines with panoramic views stretching to Ireland’s Mourne Mountains. Visit the ancient Braaid Viking longhouse site, explore the stunning shores of Niarbyl Bay, and discover Peel’s historic castle — once home to Viking kings. Learn about the island’s mythic sea god at the House of Manannan museum before visiting Tynwald Hill, one of the world’s oldest continuous parliaments. A perfect blend of history, mythology, and breathtaking landscapes.
022. Northern Explorer Tour - Isle of Man - Half Day Private Tour
4 hoursFrom₹31,460/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationThis half day tour of the North of the Island offers fascinating history and spectacular views. We will see the largest working water wheel in the world, Neolithic and Bronze Age burial mounds, incredible viking carvings and the home of the oldest parliament in the world - Tynwald
033. Isle of Man Viking and Celtic Heritage Half Day Tour
4.5 hoursFrom₹31,460/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationThe term “Viking” captures our imagination – warriors wielding swords with horned helmets as they set sail on longboat voyages. Among those destinations was the Isle of Man, where Celtic Christianity was already well established. Discover the island’s early Christian heritage, visiting an early monastastic site with its ruined Keeills. Uncover the lesser-known story of these mysterious Norsemen, as they encountered Celtic Christians and made the Isle of Man their home. Louise is an enthusiastic Blue Badge Guide who offers a personalised experience driving you to iconic landmarks and lesser known gems that are inaccessible by public transport. Every tour can be tailored to suit your pace, preferences, and individual needs including visiting places that are wheelchair accessible if required, so don’t hesitate to get in touch and discuss your specific needs with us. Tour timings allow for travel between points of interest, refreshments stops and opportunities to purchase souvenirs
044. Private Garden and Glens Tour of The Isle of Man
5 hoursFrom₹40,636/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationExplore the enchanting gardens and serene glens of the Isle of Man in a fully electric, sustainable vehicle, perfect for eco-conscious travelers. Begin at the National Arboretum in St Johns, where free-range hens and ducks greet you by the lake. Stroll through Glen Helen, one of the island's 13 National Glens, accompanied by the soothing sounds of nature and perhaps visit the Manx Farm Shop where locally produced food and gift items are available. Visit the historic Bishopscourt Glen, once reserved for the Bishops of Sodor and Man, and conclude at Milntown, the ancestral home of the Christian family. This private tour promises a refreshing day filled with nature and history. - Visit the National Arboretum and enjoy a scenic walk in Glen Helen - Discover the historical Bishopscourt Glen, now open to all - Drive along the iconic TT motorcycle circuit and unwind at Mooragh Park - Experience the rich history at Milntown, home of the Christian family
055. Isle of Man Discovery Tour with experienced Driver Guide
5.0· 27 reviews7.5 hoursFrom₹54,400/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationLouise is enthusiastic about sharing her love for the Isle of Man through both tailored wildlife tours and captivating tours exploring the island's remarkable history and heritage. As a certified Blue Badge Guide, Louise offers a personalised experience driving you to iconic landmarks and lesser known gems that are inaccessible by public transport. Our Island Discovery Tour is a complete whistle stop experience of the Isle of Man. Travelling along some of the world famous TT course, we'll visit famous landmarks from the north to the south of the island, with plenty of stops for refreshments and opportunities to purchase souvenirs. Every tour can be tailored to suit your pace, preferences, and individual needs including visiting places that are wheelchair accessible if required, so don’t hesitate to get in touch and discuss your specific needs with us. The tour timings allow for travel between points of interest and refreshments stops.
066. Private Isle of Man Day Tour
5.0· 4 reviews7.5 hoursFrom₹55,710/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationTake a tour with Manx-born guide Dr Jacqueline Yates. We can vary the tour if you have particular interests you'd like to explore.
077. Isle of Man Ancestry Tour
4.9· 15 reviews8 hoursFrom₹52,433/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationIn the 1800's there was a large emigration from the Isle of Man to countries such as Canada, Australia and the United States due to extreme poverty and opportunities that were being offered in the new worlds. This tour is designed for those of you who are visiting the Isle of Man for family history and genealogy. This will include the family history with research before your visit, as well as a tour of parts of the island that your family lived in, together with visits to churches where they may have been baptised, married or buried. I have an accreditation for genealogy research with Strathclyde University through Future Learn and I am on a list of researchers maintained by the Manx Museum library. Each tour would be tailored to your needs. If you would like to contact me for a tour, I can help you connect with your past and then take you into the present and what the island has to offer now.
088. Steam Trains and Castles with qualified Isle of Man Tour Guide
4.0· 4 reviews4.5 hoursFrom₹32,771/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationThis tour intended for those who want to take a trip back into the past travelling on a restored Steam Train and visiting one of the best-preserved Norman Castles in the United Kingdom. After Visiting Castletown we will travel to the Sound for Lunch, a breeding ground in the summer for the North Atlantic Grey Seal and have lunch at the Sound Café which has floor to ceiling windows providing uninterrupted views of the Calf of Man and the Sound After lunch a visit Cregneish Folk Village which was founded in 1935 by Manx National Heritage, where traditional farming methods are in place, the elusive Manx cat is to be found and the native Loaghtan sheep are bred. The village was also used in the making of the film ‘Waking Ned (Devine)’in the 1990’s We then return to Douglas. Guests can be picked up at a location of their choice
