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St Michael's Mount

Marazion

A rocky island in Mount's Bay topped by a medieval church and castle, with a subtropical terraced garden. It is run jointly by the National Trust and the St Aubyn family, who still live there with an island community.

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Where to stay

  • MarazionVillage on the shore opposite the island
  • PenzanceTown with the nearest station, about 10 minutes away by car
  • St IvesSeaside town about 30 minutes away by car
  • HayleCoastal town about 20 minutes away by car
  • HelstonMarket town about 20 minutes away by car

Getting there

  • On foot over the causeway from Marazion at low tide only
  • Boats run from 1 April to 31 October when the tide is high, from landing points signposted in Marazion
  • The Mount is about half a mile south of the A394; parking is in the St Michael's Mount Long Stay and Overflow car parks, which are not National Trust car parks
  • Penzance station is about 3 miles away, with buses from Penzance passing through Marazion
TipTickets for the Castle and Garden need to be booked in advance, and access depends on the tide, so check tide times when planning your day.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near St Michael's Mount?

Marazion: Village on the shore opposite the island. Penzance: Town with the nearest station, about 10 minutes away by car. St Ives: Seaside town about 30 minutes away by car. Hayle: Coastal town about 20 minutes away by car. Helston: Market town about 20 minutes away by car.

How do I get to St Michael's Mount?

On foot over the causeway from Marazion at low tide only. Boats run from 1 April to 31 October when the tide is high, from landing points signposted in Marazion. The Mount is about half a mile south of the A394; parking is in the St Michael's Mount Long Stay and Overflow car parks, which are not National Trust car parks. Penzance station is about 3 miles away, with buses from Penzance passing through Marazion.

Any tips for visiting St Michael's Mount?

Tickets for the Castle and Garden need to be booked in advance, and access depends on the tide, so check tide times when planning your day.

Which airport is closest to St Michael's Mount?

The nearest airport on this site is Cornwall Airport Newquay, about 30 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.