Dover Castle

Spend a day exploring the picturesque English Heritage Site Dover Castle – a medieval royal palace, magnificent fortress and defender of the realm for over nine centuries.

Learn about the fascinating history of the castle that rises above the famous White Cliffs of Dover, and discover what it was like to be a soldier in medieval times on this self-guided tour.

What is there to see at Dover Castle?

Explore the Great Tower and immerse yourself in a vibrant recreation of a medieval royal palace. Check out the introductory exhibition and a vibrant Technicolor world plus hologram figures of King Henry II and his courtiers.

Try out Morse code in the Admiralty Lookout, then uncover a labyrinth of secret wartime tunnels deep underground that played a strategic role in WWII. Walk through the rooms that Sir Admiral Ramsay used to plan the “miracle of Dunkirk” and explore the underground hospital to follow the story of a wounded wartime pilot. You can also see one of Europe's best-preserved Roman lighthouses.

How can I book Dover Castle tickets? 

You can buy tickets for Dover Castle using the booking button on this page. 

How long does it take to walk around Dover Castle? 

You can expect to spend around three to four hours exploring, which allows you to visit all the main sights on this self-guided tour.

Where is Dover Castle?

Dover Castle is located near the White Cliffs of Dover a short ride from Dover town centre.

How to get to Dover Castle

• By train: Train services operate from London St Pancras International to Dover Priory and take around one hour and 15 minutes.
• By bus: Dover Priory is a four-minute bus journey from Dover Castle.
• By coach: Alternatively, a coach operates from London Victoria Coach Station to Dover town centre, taking around three hours.