Attractions
near the BEST WESTERN Palace Hotel & Casino, Douglas
Located in Castletown, Castle Rushen is one of Europe's best-preserved medieval castles, complete with dungeons and clock tower. Inside, displays illustrate different periods of the island's history and include 17th-century-style furnishings and wall hangings.
Available :
Apr - Oct 2013 (annual)
The award-winning House of Manannan in Peel tells the story of the Isle of Man from the Vikings to the present day. A variety of exhibits are housed in a vast complex formed partly from the old Peel Railway Station.
Available :
Daily
The Victorian Grand Union Camera Obscura on Douglas Head gives visitors the opportunity to experience a sometimes disorientating 360-degree view of the harbour, bay, lighthouse and horizon. It was built with 12 lenses that project onto shelves set into alcoves.
Available :
May - Sep 2013; Weekends only (annual)
The Erin Arts Centre on the Isle of Man hosts performers from across the world during the annual Mananan International Festival in the summer. Past performers include Nigel Kennedy, Paco Peña, Tasmin Little, Emma Johnson and Julius Drake.
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Jun 2013 (annual)
The Isle of Man braces itself as bike enthusiasts from all over the world descend for two weeks of all things motorcycle-related at the TT Races. Practices start a few days before the actual race for anyone keen to watch.
Available :
May - Jun 2013 (annual)
There can't be a better way to brace yourself for the year ahead than to wade boldly into the icy water around the Isle of Man. Brave swimmers have been raising money for charity for more than 20 years.
Available :
Jan 2014 (annual)
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