Inside Tynwald Tour

Type:Guided Tour

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Inside Tynwald Tour

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About

Tynwald is of Norse origin and over 1,000 years old, and is thus the oldest parliament in the world with an unbroken existence.

​​​​​​The Isle of Man's parliament, is the oldest continuous parliament in the world and continues to debate and pass the Island's laws today. The branches sit weekly and Tynwald sits once a month.

Scheduled tours are held every Monday at 2pm and every Friday at 10am (excluding bank holidays). Tours are free of charge and will last approximately 1 hour. Tours start from inside the Library where there is also a small gift shop and exhibition area.

Legislative Buildings are open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays.

Sittings can be watched from the public gallery, please see the scheduled sitting dates. For further details of the visiting options and facilities please contact our Tynwald Administration Office on the general enquiries number +44 (0)1624 685500.

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
No charge for scheduled toursFree

There is no charge for scheduled tours.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible parking - There are two disabled parking bays outside the Legislative Buildings.
  • Accessible toilets
  • Disabled Accessibility - There is ramp access and a wide door into our welcome area and shop. There is lift and stair-lift access to most other areas. However, some areas within the historic Chambers are inaccessible to wheelchairs and to visitors with reduced mobility.
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - Disabled parking is available nearby. If notice is given, a pass can be provided for parking in the layby outside of the entrance to Legislative Buildings depending on events and availability.
  • Ramp / Level Access

Leisure Facilities

  • Shop

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking available
  • Parking (free) - Street disc parking is available on Finch Road and surrounding areas.

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted - There is no charge for scheduled tours. Private tours can be accommodated outside of the scheduled tour times. Please call to book.
  • Max group size - There is no charge for scheduled tours. Large groups can be accommodated outside. Please call to book a group larger than 20 people.
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times - There is no charge for scheduled tours. Private tours can be accommodated outside of the normal opening times. A charge may be incurred. Please call for further details.

Provider Facilities

  • Accept coach parties
  • Conference facilities - Please call 685500 for further details
  • Group Friendly
  • Some areas accessible to disabled visitors

Provider Features

  • In town/city centre
  • Indoor activity

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals
  • Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups
  • Guided Tours Compulsory for Individuals

Venue Facilities

  • WiFi Available
Legislative Buildings, Finch Road, Douglas, IM1 3PW
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Tel+44 (0) 1624 685520

Opening Times

Scheduled tours are held every Monday at 2pm and every Friday at 10am (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Monday14:00 - 15:30
Friday10:00 - 11:30

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Legislative Buildings are located on Finch Road in Douglas.

There is 2 hour disc parking close to the buildings.

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