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Dover Castle Entry Tickets

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Dover Castle gateway with stone walls and towers, Kent, Southern England, UK.
Overlooking Dover town from the historic walls of Dover Castle.

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Visit England’s most iconic fortress with these tickets! Enjoy the Great Tower, Secret Wartime Tunnels, interactive exhibitions, and exciting family play areas.

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Brent McMahon-Panther

Brent

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great staff all the way from the ticket gate to the exhibition areas thought the castle. One of the best walk around a castle I've had plenty to see from various time periods. The little restaurant had great food well organised. Would recommend this to anyone one and a must to do.
MRS Wendy C GILES

Mrs

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Booking was really easy. Click click and it was done. Came straight to my phone. I actually did it on the way as my partner was driving. Was £6 cheaper doing it online. Brilliant. Dover castle was absolutely brilliant. We certainly got our steps in as we walked a lot.
Jan West

Jan

Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We arrived by train and took the 30 minute walk to the ticket booth at the castle. No problem exchanging the mobile ticket for a wristband. Decided to do the guided tours of the hospital and war rooms first, in case it got busy. They guide a maximum group size of 30. Guides were extremely engaging and enthusiastic. You'd think our tour was the only one they'd done that day! We then free roamed around the site. Plenty to see, the castle is very atmospheric, brought to life with tasteful reproductions of furnishings.
    • Explore Dover Castle at your own pace! This flexible ticket gives you full-day access to its medieval towers, secret tunnels, and exhibitions.
    • Relive the Dunkirk evacuation in the Secret Wartime Tunnels, complete with immersive sound, historic footage, and gripping wartime exhibits.
    • Climb the Great Tower like a medieval VIP, check out recreated royal chambers, and then sneak through tunnels and the Siege exhibition for hands-on battle tactics!
    • Admission to Dover Castle
    • Guided tour
    • Hotel transfers
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Brent McMahon-Panther

    Brent

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Great staff all the way from the ticket gate to the exhibition areas thought the castle. One of the best walk around a castle I've had plenty to see from various time periods. The little restaurant had great food well organised. Would recommend this to anyone one and a must to do.
    Anita Van Den Boogaard

    Anita

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I didn't realise how big the castle is. The Dover castle has activities for the kids to do. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes, there is a lot of walking to do.
    MRS Wendy C GILES

    Mrs

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Booking was really easy. Click click and it was done. Came straight to my phone. I actually did it on the way as my partner was driving. Was £6 cheaper doing it online. Brilliant. Dover castle was absolutely brilliant. We certainly got our steps in as we walked a lot.
    Eileen Sutton

    Eileen

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Our tickets to Dover Castle were delivered immediately & were easy to purchaae and were priced accordingly. I downloaded the headout app. so I could easily locate our scanbar tickets.
    Richard Tapia

    Richard

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Very beautiful and amazing landscape
  • Take your time at Dover Castle! Wander through royal chambers, hidden wartime tunnels, and immersive exhibits with full, flexible access.

    Getting started

    Kick off your Dover Castle adventure at the main entrance, where your ticket gets scanned. A quick security check, and then—you're free to explore! Wander through royal chambers, hidden tunnels, and epic viewpoints, all at your own pace.

    What to expect

    Peek into Henry II’s royal chambers, stand inside WWII tunnels and climb to panoramic viewpoints. This ticket lets you experience every era of history at your own speed—no schedule, just endless discoveries waiting for you.

    • The Great Tower: Feel like royalty in this medieval palace, complete with recreated interiors, virtual guides, and sweeping Channel views.
    • Secret Wartime Tunnels: Walk through secret wartime tunnels filled with dramatic sound, film, and the unforgettable story of the Dunkirk evacuation.
    • Dover Castle Under Siege Exhibition: Ever wondered how castles stayed safe? Dover’s medieval tunnels and interactive exhibits reveal the defense secrets of the 13th century!
    • Anti-Aircraft Gun Demonstration: Witness a rare WWII-era anti-aircraft gun in action, revealing the mechanics and urgency of Britain’s wartime defenses.
    • The Roman Lighthouse: One of the world’s oldest lighthouses is right here at Dover Castle—still standing after nearly two millennia!
    • The Spur Viewpoint: Recently reopened, this scenic perch lets you take in breathtaking views of the English Channel and the sprawling landscape beyond.
  • What to bring

    • Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

    What’s not allowed

    • Sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, and large luggage bags are not allowed in this experience.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
    • Wheelchairs are offered on loan.
    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    Additional information

    • Facilities: restroom, parking, restaurants, shops, baby changing facilities, kids playing area.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

    • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid delays.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • You can redeem the tickets at the main entrance of the attraction: Dover Castle.

    • Address: Castle Hill, Dover, Kent, CT16 1HU, United Kingdom.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point.

    Getting There

    • The closest bus stop is Canon's Gate, a 3-min walk to the attraction.

    • Buses 80 & 81 will bring you here.

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