Prices & times
Access to the island via boat. The castle is currently closed.
Admission prices
If you are a Member your ticket will be free. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits
* Prices reduced while the castle is closed.
| Ticket type | Reduced price * | Full online price | Full walk-up price |
| Adult (16-64yrs) | £4.50 | £7.50 | £8.50 |
| Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) | £3.50 | £6.00 | £6.80 |
| Child (7-15yrs) | £2.50 | £4.50 | £5.00 |
| Family (1 adult, 2 children) | £8.50 | £15.00 | £16.50 |
| Family (2 adults, 2 children) | £12.50 | £21.50 | £24.50 |
| Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £15.00 | £25.50 | £29.00 |
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.
Free and discounted admission
- Historic Scotland members get free entry to our sites. You must show your valid membership on arrival.
- Not a Member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits.
- 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. Tickets are limited to two carers per transaction.
- Have a Young Scot card? Pay just £1 to visit this 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
| Dates | Days | Opens | Last outward sailing | Last tickets sold |
| 1 April to 30 September | Daily | 10am | 3.45pm | 3.45pm |
| 1 to 31 October | Daily | 10am | 3.30pm | 3.15pm |
| 1 November to 31 March | CLOSED |
Closures
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.
Opening times and admission prices are subject to change.
