Victorian Douglas on Foot
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Port
Douglas, Isle of Man
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$85
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Douglas showcases an abundance of 19th-century Victorian charm -- it is a wonderful town full of handsomely restored buildings, local shops, and Manx tradition.
Discover the beauty of the Manx capital on a walk along its shoreline’s recently refurbished promenade. Learn about the history of Douglas among its historic buildings and monuments -- the Gaiety Theatre, the Jubilee Clock with its gas-illuminated dial built to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887, the horse-tram, and Castle Mona, built in 1805 for the fourth Duke of Atholl.
The Isle of Man is a self-governing British Crown Dependency with King Charles III as Head of State. It has its own government and laws, and its ancient parliament, Tynwald, is recognized as the oldest continuous parliament in the world. Visit the Manx Legislative Buildings, home to the Legislative Council and the House of Keys. You will see the Millennium Room, the Members’ Room, and the three historical debating chambers. You may even catch a glimpse of some Manx politicians at work.
Guests wishing to stay in town to shop or explore independently are welcome to do so but must make their own way back to the ship.
Please note: This tour is conducted entirely on foot. Tour requires walking approximately 1.7 miles. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, slight inclines, and some steps.