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Dover Castle

Open today: 10:00 - 17:00
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The most iconic of all English fortresses commanding the gateway to the realm for nine centuries. Climb the Great Tower, meet the characters and immerse yourself in vivid medieval interiors. Then delve deep within Dover's White Cliffs to witness the...more
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Hours Today: 10:00 - 17:00
Suggested duration: More than 3 hours
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Castle Hill Road, Dover CT16 1HU, England
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Reviewed yesterday via mobile

A huge castle in Dover. Great fun if you like castles. There was jousting when we went which was fun.

Date of experience: October 2019
Thank Daniel E
Reviewed yesterday

wonderful castle brings history to life anyone liking history well worth visit easy access to car parks lots of other items to see ww11 tunnels worth the wait but a bit too much videos on dunkirk unless this is your thing then worth it.

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank caroline r
Reviewed 2 days ago

Unsure what to expect we found Dover Castle to be excellent. Easy parking. Lovely, helpful staff at ticket office. Good signposting. The great Tower was magnificent, the furnishing making it feel like it would have done. Medieval tunnels interesting and easy to navigate. Secret war...More

Date of experience: October 2019
Thank 97happytourist
Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

While Dover Castle isn't the most ornate it is certainly among the oldest and most historical. Parts of the complex date back to Roman times and it was an integral part of both World Wars. The grounds are immense and full of interesting history. Many...More

Date of experience: October 2019
Thank csmittle
Reviewed 3 days ago

We stayed at the bottom of the hill of Dover Castle, it was a steep and hard walk up to the castle but well worth it. Lots to see and do with lots of walking. Characters in castle stay in character and give you a...More

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank Sam H
Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

What a brilliant day out! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Castle. King Henry's keep is amazing, furnished as it would have been in his time.The cafe near the keep served a very good scone too! The war tunnels were interesting but I do...More

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank X2405TSelizabethd
Reviewed 4 days ago

Amazing castle largest in Britain. Very informative and interactive info about the war and how our Canadian troops were involved

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank JanP363
Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

We have just returned from an absolutely phenomenal weekend staying in the grounds of Dover Castle. From the tunnel tours to the Great Tower steeped in history, to the views across the English Channel and the access to the grounds before and after hours we...More

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank TEK1904
Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

The tours were really good throughout the castle and didn't wait long for anything the views you get are fantastic and the history is round every corner will visit again !

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank karenbP5367PW
Reviewed 1 week ago

The castle is built up high, so driving in is fun, you drive up and circle around. Once you park, you are looking out to the English channel, looking down are rock pools. The castle where your standing is magnificent. I love English history, you...More

Date of experience: October 2018
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Terry S
5 October 2019|
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Response from csmittle |
I believe it may be closed on Christmas day but other than that it is open year round.
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biletska
13 September 2019|
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Response from Victoria12384 | Reviewed this property |
Very easy to walk it yourself. Lots of helpful staff if you need anything.
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juliat355
8 September 2019|
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Response from dannyboyb2019 | Reviewed this property |
I don’t believe you can take dogs. Personally I wouldn’t
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