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Discover a city that saw itself first grow with the vast amounts of money that was gained by stealing it off the biggest empire in the world. Find out how the Manx people and identity was forged under the harshest possible circumstances. See the best cared for working animals in the world as well as how our democracy is the oldest in the world, and the many tribulations that put this state of affairs under threat.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Located very near the terminus for the Douglas Bay Horse Tranway and opposite the Villa Marina.
Itinerary
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1Manx Museum
Venture into 7000 years of history as I take you through the first settlements here on the island to the mysterious Celtic peoples and the Vikings who would combine to create our unique culture. Find out about the families that used to rule the island, and how they are still at the top of the pecking order over 600 years after the families ascendency. See our island grow from a smugglers haven to a modern financial centre, and the stories that have shaped these portions of our history.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Tower of Refuge (Pass by)
See this magnificent little castle and how its creator invented and spread the idea that every sailor in peril at sea should know that every attempt is being made to save them, and how the creator of this idea came to invent this ubiquitous feature of our modern day coastline, wherever we may be in the world.
Admission ticket free -
2Isle of Man
The House of Keys is the modern home of our government, find out how our democracy is the oldest in the world as well as how it managed to survive over 1000 years to the present day without a single interruption.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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