St Michael's Mount
Karrek Loos yn Koos
A tidal island with a medieval castle and monastery. Walk across the causeway at low tide or take a small boat at high tide. It is one of Cornwall's most iconic sights.
The island was once a monastery and fortress. It has been the home of the St Aubyn family since the 17th century and is now jointly managed by the National Trust and the family. At low tide, you can walk up the roughly 400-metre granite causeway. At high tide, take a small boat from Marazion (about £2 to £3). Tickets are needed for the castle and the subtropical terraced gardens (about £20 combined, book online in advance), and the site is usually closed on Saturdays. Check the tide table before you set out, and never use the causeway when the tide is coming in.
Opening hours
Castle approx. 10:00–17:00 (seasonal; often closed Saturdays)
Nearby sights
- Marazion
- Jubilee Pool, Penzance
- Mousehole
- Newlyn
- Chysauster Ancient Village
- Carbis Bay
- Leach Pottery
- Porthminster Beach