What are the opening times?
| Dates | Opening Times | Opening Days |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Mar-31 Jul | 10am-6pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1-31 Aug | 9.30am-6pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1-30 Sep | 10am-6pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1-31 Oct | 10am-5pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1 Nov-31 Jan | 10am-4pm | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1 Feb-31 Mar | 10am-4pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan |
Details:
The keep closes at 5pm on Saturdays if a hospitality event is booked. Last admission half hour before closing. Secret Wartime Tunnel tour - timed ticket system in operation; last tour 1 hour before closing.
How much does it cost?
Adult:
£10.30
Children:
£5.20
Concession:
£8.20
English Heritage Members:
Free - Join English Heritage
Other:
Family Ticket: £25.80
Details:
The last tour of the tunnels starts 1 hour before the site closes. Includes Secret Wartime Tunnels tour. Additional charges formembers and non-members may apply on event days.
How do I get there?
Address:
Dover Castle, Dover, Kent
Road Access:
E of Dover town centre
Train Access:
Dover Priory 11⁄2 miles
Bus Access:
Stagecoach in East Kent, 15/X, Kent Passenger Services 593 fromDover (pass close Dover Priory railway station)
Accommodation
Map Location:
Cycle Routes:
What facilities are available?
Facilities Available:
Facilities Details:
Toilets: Adapted WCs available; ramped access beside keep and Secret Wartime Tunnels.
Shop: Level access.
Restaurant and cafe: Level access.
Shop: Level access.
Restaurant and cafe: Level access.
Access:
Access to castle and grounds: Extensive grounds mainly accessible on tarmac paths but there are some very steep slopes. Wheelchair routes.
Access to Secret Wartime Tunnels: Good access for wheelchair users but entry is down a steep slope. Motorised wheelchairs and guides available.
Parking:
Within castle, 100m from keep. Disabled visitors may use Palace Green car park next to keep to avoid steep path from Constable's Tower and cobbled drawbridge. Two motorised wheelchairs available.
Visually Impaired Visitors:
Braille guide and disabled orientation map available.
Hearing Impaired Visitors:
Hearing dogs welcome. Some hearing loops available.
What facilities are available for groups?
Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader
Coach Parking Facilities:
Please use parking facilities at top of Castle Hill (steep), 800 metres from entrance.
Group Booking:
Please contact telephone +44 (0)1304 211067 or fax: +44 (0) 304 214739
Average Length of Visit:
4 hours
Guided Tours:
Guided Secret Wartime Tunnel Tour: Free of charge
Tour Of Avranches Tower: £1.50 per person. Only available first Friday of each month.
Ghost Tour of Dover Castle. £500.00 per group (max. 30 people) Available on certain Sun-Mon in November-February only.
Booking Form:
Further Info
If you are an education group leader please click here to find out how to book your free educational visit.
The Naafi restauant is open all year; Second World War, a themed tea bar is open Apr-Oct and through most of the winter; Light refreshments available in the Keep Yard.
For private functions please call 01304 209889 or visit the Dover Castle Hospitality Site.
Dogs on leads only in restricted areas.
Disabled access (courtyard, grounds and
basement. There is good access for
wheelchair users to the tunnels,
although entry is down a steep slope.
Mobility scooters, wheelchair routes and
guides are available on site).
