Prices & times
The island and grounds are open.
Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently no visitor access to the castle.
Admission
Prices have been reduced while restrictions are in place.
Ticket categories | Reduced admission price | Full admission price |
Adult (16-64yrs) | £3.80 | £7.50 |
Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) | £3.00 | £6.00 |
Child (7-15yrs) | £2.30 | £4.50 |
Family (1 adult, 2 children) | £7.50 | £15.00 |
Family (2 adults, 2 children) | £11.00 | £21.50 |
Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £13.00 | £25.50 |
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed. Please note this does not apply to students.
Admission prices are subject to change.
Free and discounted admission
- Historic Scotland members get free entry to our sites. You must show your valid membership on arrival.
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- English Heritage, Manx and Cadw members get half price entry in your first year and free entry for renewal and life members.
- Carers who accompany visitors with disabilities receive free entry. Please make an online booking to guarantee entry. Tickets are limited to two carers per transaction.
- Have a Young Scot card? Pay just £1 to visit the site. You must show your valid Young Scot card on arrival (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult).
Opening times
1 April to 30 September: Daily except Sunday & Monday, 10am to 4.30pm (last outward sailing 4pm).
1 to 31 October: Daily except Sunday & Monday, 10am to 4pm (last outward sailing 3.30pm).
Last ticket sales 45 minutes before closing. Allow 15 minutes to walk the 800m from the car park to the boat jetty.
Closures
1 November to 31 March.
Adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control may cause a site to close. We advise checking ahead if the forecast is poor or you are making a long journey. Current unexpected and short term closures.