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St Michael's Mount

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St Michael's Mount

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"The causeway is also a great picture spot!"(8 Tips)
"Just about everything is fantastic - heck of a climb though."(3 Tips)
"Absolutely stunning house and gardens."(17 Tips)
"Walk across the causeway at low tide."(2 Tips)

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Anju PrasadJuly 24, 2018
Lovely little island. It’s fun to walk along the causeway as the tide is lowering. We wandered around & didn’t go into the castle or gardens and it was still a great short walk.
Adam TaylorMay 14, 2015
Massively enjoyed both the castle and the gardens. The gardens especially with their specific detail on succulents placed playfully in every crevice of rock they could reach. One for landscape geeks!!
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Anju PrasadJuly 24, 2018
Lovely little island. It’s fun to walk along the causeway as the tide is lowering. We wandered around & didn’t go into the castle or gardens and it was still a great short walk.
Mallory NapolitanoJune 20, 2021
Well worth a visit (try to walk on the causeway one way, and boat the other), the house is interesting and beautiful, but the gardens are breathtaking. Take a picnic or visit one of the food kiosks.
Adam TaylorMay 14, 2015
Loved both the castle and the gardens. The gardens especially. Highly recommended for anyone with a love for landscapes and gardening. The causeway is also a great picture spot!
Ian McLMay 7, 2019
Ferries go over (when the causeway is covered) before the opening time for the castle and gardens. Worth getting there early, around 10:00 before it gets busy. Gardens are well worth going into.
Stacie StylesJuly 21, 2013
Walk across the causeway at low tide. The castle and the views are amazing. Make sure to wear shoes that are good for climbing- the climbs aren't for the timid. Make sure to see the gardens!
Natalie CaineJuly 21, 2021
This was the highlight of our trip to Cornwall - beautiful scenery, castle and grounds so well kept, unique tidal island.
Jesse RuyschJuly 29, 2018
Beautiful place with a lot of history and great lookouts! Especially the church in the heart of the castle which is from the 12th century!
Steve SwitzerSeptember 29, 2017
Just about everything is fantastic - heck of a climb though. But when you get to the top - wow! Both outside & in.
Peter VerhoyeJuly 25, 2017
Better than its French counterpart in all its aspects! And the walk towards the mount over the causeway is lovely!
Francesca RibaudoAugust 7, 2017
Lovely place if you tide is out you grab the boat but if not ca walk along the corseway. Only downfall is that there is no information to tell you what the palace is about.
KseniaJuly 4, 2015
You won't be too excited if you have seen Mount St. Michel, but some people like this one better, it's absolutely adorable even just to walk around after everything is closed.
Armelle De OliveiraMarch 14, 2015
Going by feet when it's low tide is a must-do but be sure that the castle is open before going there
Carl GriffinNovember 23, 2015
Amazing history. Take a look around the impressive gardens.
Pascal De MulAugust 1, 2016
Come just after high tide when the road to the Mount is still partially under water. Great experience to wade through.
Jolanda HarmJuly 1, 2016
I absolutely love that place
Anthony WhiteMay 12, 2013
If you have a little one, take a sling or carrier. It's not pushchair friendly. You can also hire petty nifty hip seat carriers but they can be a little awkward.
Stephen CrockerJune 21, 2015
The views are excellent and the castle and gardens are very nice but the climb is a bit steep.
Bilge UJanuary 1, 2016
Amazing combination of sea and island view. Walk on the coast and enjoy.
Matt BrownMay 11, 2010
If you're in Cornwall, this is a must see. The tide covered the causeway while we were inside, so we took an unexpected boat trip back to the mainland. Oh, and do the gardens. Beautiful.
Wanda CatsmanMarch 17, 2017
Take a tour, the stories are wonderful
James PowellSeptember 17, 2015
Everything. Boat ride, cafe, gardens, buildings.
Jaryd CarolinAugust 6, 2015
There can be waits to enter the castle itself during busy season, so plan accordingly.
Caleb StorkeyJuly 18, 2013
Wait till the tide comes back in for an impromptu swim! Makes it way more exciting.... ;)
Jiordana RobinsonJune 30, 2019
Very romantic location, garden and views
James Craig-BrownJuly 18, 2012
If its wet/raining....foggy - the cobbles leading up to the castle will be slippery!
Ben HarreyApril 16, 2017
Get national trust membership it's worth it
Arnold JohnAugust 20, 2016
The scenic views are breathtaking
Matthew LightApril 11, 2014
Walkway up to castle very treacherous, remember sensible footwear!
Josh & Georgia HarrisonJune 17, 2017
Absolutely stunning house and gardens. Perfect day out! 😊
Hans PeetersAugust 8, 2014
Beautiful monument and great day at the sea
Anne-marieJanuary 20, 2013
You have to get back to land before the tide comes in, otherwise it's a rowing boat back
Moray SouterSeptember 21, 2012
Do your research before visiting, there are no audio tours and the staff are not helpful.
Darren McCarthyJuly 8, 2017
Stunning views
IOctober 30, 2015
Small but beautiful
Doug ShawAugust 6, 2013
Total tourist trap. Castle expensive and the little of it you get access to is pretty lame. View from outside is one if few redeeming features.
David PearsJuly 25, 2010
Beware of the wasps when ordering scones with jam....they're watching you!

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