Carlisle Castle
The imposing walls of Carlisle Castle
A half-open portcullis at Carlisle Castle
A view from inside the walls of Carlisle Castle
A view of buildings through a stone arch inside the walls of Carlisle Castle
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Open daily, 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)

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Address
Castle Way, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8UR

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Leave the car at home

If you come to the site by public transport (bus or train) or bicycle, you can get 20% off your entry.

Just show us your travel ticket (or bike/helmet) when you arrive. The offer is only available for tickets purchased at the site on the day of your visit.

The discount is in partnership with Good Journey. Click or tap the red button below to plan your journey with their trip planner.

Check out the full terms and conditions for the Good Journey discount. 

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The sights and sounds of Carlisle Castle

Watch drone footage from Carlisle Castle before you visit. 

Carlisle Castle on the English Heritage Podcast

Find out more about Mary Queen of Scots at Carlisle Castle.

Guidebook: Carlisle Castle

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