Located on the Southern most tip of the Isle of Man, the Sound Visitor Centre offers panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and the Calf of Man.

• Enjoy light refreshments or a meal in the cafe restaurant.
• Take in one of the best views in the British Isles.
• See the seals stretched out on Kitterland.
• Watch the currents racing through the Sound.
• Learn about the Calf of Man nature reserve and rare bird sitings.
• Learn about the ships wrecked in these troubled waters.
• Enjoy the coastal footpaths leading to Port Erin, Spanish Head, Cregneash and the Chasms.

Information for Disabled Visitors:

The Café has its own car park with two disabled parking spaces. The car park surface is matted gravel. A convenient drop off point is located by the entrance ramp. The main doors pull towards you and are heavy so wheelchair users may benefit from assistance. There is a ramp to access the café. Wheelchair accessible toilet facilities available. Menus can be made available in large print. Staff do not receive disability awareness training. Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.

• By foot and road: situated on the A31 Sound Road and accessed via the coastal footpath from the Chasms, Cregneash and Port Erin.
• By bus: 1 – services commence from Port Erin Bus Station.
• Victorian Steam Railway: disemark at Port Erin and take the bus or walk using the footpaths detailed above.
• Parking: car park available with blue badge parking.

Visitor Information:

Open from November to Easter open 11.00 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Friday, and 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Saturday and Sunday.

Closed Monday 24th December to Wednesday 26th December inclusive.

For evening table reservations, New Years Day Bookings, corporate & private hire, telephone: 01624 838123.

Whilst planning your journey around our beautiful Island, you will find our Visitor Information page useful when planning visits to the Isle of Man's amazing museums, interpretive centres and historic sites. Alternatively, you can click here to watch a short film on the Story of Mann.

Admission: FREE.

Nearest Story of Mann attractions:

The National Folk Museum at Cregneash.

Castle Rushen, the Nautical Museum, the Old House of Keys and the Old Grammar School,in Castletown.

Rushen Abbey in Ballasalla.

Further Information

The Sound Centre has been built by Manx National Heritage to provide catering, interpretation and other facilities for visitors to the Sound. Whether you have come by foot, bus, car or boat, you will find a welcome here and a chance to enjoy the spectacular panoramic views. Sit for a while as you eat and drink, and learn to recognise the birds that pass by, watch the currents racing through the Sound or simply take in one of the best views in the British Isles. In the Centre you will find displays which tell the story of the Sound and the Calf of Man. Once outside, take some time to look at the building, carefully designed to fit into this precious place. Explore the Parade and watch the seals hauled out on Kitterland; then think about the wealth of life there is under the water. Afterwards choose to go eastwards to Burroo Ned and Spanish Head; or westwards towards Port Erin; or follow the road to Cregneash and learn what life was like for those who farmed here. Wherever your path takes you, remember this special place.

Please see the Visitor Information page for details of opening hours.