Through Time & Tide

Over many centuries, our iconic tidal island has attracted traders, pilgrims, fisherfolk and tales of giants and angels. Explore the cobbled streets of an historic village, beneath the ramparts of a legendary castle. Your island experience awaits…

Visit an ancient tidal island in Cornwall and explore the cobbled streets of an historic village, beneath the ramparts of a legendary castle and terraced subtropical gardens.

Spring on the Mount
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
Spring Opening Times
Shopping
February Half Term
Christmas Afternoon Tea

Visiting the Mount

Experience the Mount at a gentler pace this spring. Explore the cobbled village, shops and historic harbour, then warm up with a hot drink and freshly baked cake in the Island Café.

Harbour Loft restaurant


Overlooking the harbour and sweeping out across Mount’s Bay, the Harbour Loft restaurant at St Michael’s Mount serves relaxed bistro-style dishes inspired by Cornwall’s coastal produce.

Opening times

At low tide, follow the ancient cobbled causeway to the island. Walk in the footsteps of pilgrims, traders, nobles and villagers who have made this journey for hundreds of years.

What's open & when

At this time of the year, tickets are not required to access the island. Until 30 April (excluding Easter) visitors can explore all that the island has to offer for free. Dogs are also welcome.

Step back in time

Discover how life was lived in west Cornwall before the mid-20th century at the Steward's House Art Gallery. Showcasing works by the Newlyn School artists, capturing everyday lives, landscapes and communities of the time.

Harold Harvey - Tulip Pickers - St Michael's Mount

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