Top Things to do in Isle of Man
Things to do in Isle of Man, Isle of Man: The Best Nature & Parks
The Isle of Man is simply magical, an enchanted journey back in time that somehow still feels modern. The island is peppered with stone churches, castles, forts and intricately carved Celtic crosses, all in varying states of preservation. A ride on the steam engine Heritage Railway is a wonderful way to take in the splendid countryside. Don’t miss the Victorian-era Laxey Wheela or Curraghs Wildlife Park, a fun way to get up close and personal with some of the island’s most adorable natives.
Restaurants in Isle of Man
1. Ballaglass Glen
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 856kerryg
First stop on our first trip to Isle of Man. My daughter loves waterfalls so we headed in here in search of some. Easy enough to find with the help of Google maps. Lovely walk round and the river more than filled the waterfall criteria..... It seemed like a never ending series of waterfalls! And the water is so clear! We had a lovely time walking round, looking at the leaves, mushrooms and all things autumn!
2. Y Gharey Garden Nursery
3. Close Sartfield Nature Reserve
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
This delightful nature reserve forms part of the Ballaugh Curraghs, the Island's largest wetland. Here you will find hay meadow, grassland, curragh (willow scrub), woodland and bog habitats. This site is famous for its wildflower meadows with thousands of orchids from May to July. Level paths, boardwalks and a bird hide help you see a variety of wildlife including curlews, hen harriers and more.
4. Ballachurry Nature Reserve
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is a woodland, wildflower and pond nature reserve where you can see a variety of species such as sedge warblers, willow warblers, chiffchaff, dragonflies, butterflies and more. Enjoy a nature trail, bird hide and wildlife pond.
5. Calf of Man Bird Observatory and Nature Reserve
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
The island is a nature reserve and a bird observatory. You can visit for the day or stay overnight. It is an important breeding site for seabirds and tens of thousands of birds occur on migration. The Calf also has numerous sites of historical interest including two lighthouses built in 1818 by Robert Stevenson.
Reviewed By IOMtravelgirl - Douglas, United Kingdom
We only went for the 3 hour stopover but it was a great day. I recommend the boat trip from Port St. Mary. It was a nice trip with seals and different sea birds as well as a peregrine falcon. Once on the Calf you can walk around and it could take around 2 hours. Of course it wasn't so isolated as we were about 20 walking around, although all spread out so you wouldn't have known it. Beautiful rugged scenery and views and plenty of curious seals popping up their heads. If you like basic living you can stay for a couple of nights. We are now thinking about it.
6. The Chasms
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By manxseasider - Ramsey, United Kingdom
Located on the Raad Ny Foillan coastal footpath, this feature is a striking geological feature along the dramatic coastline of this area of the Island. Can be approached either from Cregneash or along the coastal path from Port St Mary, but the Port St Mary route probably offers the more significant coastal views along the way, including the magnificent Sugarloaf rock, with its masses of raucous seabirds.
7. St Michael's Isle
8. Road of the Gull
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
The Raad ny Foillan, Manx Gaelic for 'The Gull's Way', is the Isle of Man's premier long distance footpath at almost 100 miles. Explore some of the best coastal walking in the British Isles on cliff footpaths, quiet sandy beaches, wooded glens and farmland as you travel through a whole variety of landscapes. Each part of the Island has its own character as you move from one landscape to another in what is sometimes called 'Britain in miniature'
9. Snaefell
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4.5 based on 404 reviews
Reviewed By iancG8615AD - Leeds, United Kingdom
not so good for very young children or the elderly because the very thin air is not suitable can be fun on a sunny day not nice in low clouds
10. Mann Cat Sanctuary
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4.5 based on 94 reviews
Mann Cat Sanctuary is a registered charity in the Isle of Man, No. 705. It is a safe haven for neglected and unwanted cats. We operate a strict non-destruct policy, unless an animal is suffering from a terminal illness or has injuries that are beyond veterinary help. If you don't like old age and imperfection then this is not the place to visit! We Welcome visitors during the summer on Wednesday and Sunday from 2pm-5pm. The entrance fee is a six pack of cat food!
Reviewed By ellebtn - Brighton, United Kingdom
We came here for a visit and were lucky as it's not open very often. There are hundreds of different types of cats roaming around and happy to have a cuddle and more importantly some dreamies (only £1). We also befriended the turkey (that thinks it's a cat!) who liked a stroke as well. The cats all get on remarkably well with eachother and enjoy the human interaction. There are gifts to buy and donations to be given but it's crazy they don't ask for entry fee. If you are cat mad, this is the place to visit.
