Great staff and quirky cafe, but the exhibits are faded. The HoM was the place to visit in the early 2000s, and the staff are still fantastic, but it’s well overdue a renovation. Lots of the original exhibits are broken or pared back. Video loops are stuck, “interactive” exhibits simply don’t work and the roundhouse figurines do not move as they once did. We couldn’t get the Celtic cross video to play at all, and none of the “hear their story” exhibits on the first floor worked. In the Sea of Masts section, all of the voices - which once spoke separately - shout over each other simultaneously. The outdoor courtyard is closed and covered in bird poo and the interactive ferry upstairs has gone, while there’s no longer any water in the longboat room. I do resent being sold a full price ticket when more than half of the museum is no longer in good working state. If you are short of time, visit the excellent Manx Museum instead which is frequently updated for new exhibits. All that said, the staff are enthusiastic and welcoming and do make up for many of these shortcomings.

A very beautiful museum. You feel like you're on a film set, the individual rooms are so detailed. And there's a great deal of information about that era, both in written form and in films. I highly recommend it 👌👌👌

Super exhibition, a must visit on the zislebof man, so informative and life size displays add to the experience. A shame about the young unruly children running and screaming through all the exhibits. I blame the 2 ladies accomoanying them at a slow pace behind.

I can say, I enjoyed it... 🏛️ Museum House of Manannan Here is some key practical information if you are considering a visit: Exhibits & Experience Highly interactive, immersive life-size reconstructions (Celtic roundhouse, Viking longship); engaging multi-sensory elements (sights, sounds, smells). Informative Manx Wildlife displays. The history of the Steampacket company. Some of these are in the process of being updated ○ Main Attractions: The museum guides you through the Isle of Man's Celtic, Viking, and maritime past. Key exhibits include a full-sized Celtic roundhouse, the Odin's Raven (a two-thirds scale Viking longship sailed from Norway in 1979), and a re-creation of a 19th-century Peel street with a kipper yard. ○ Admission Prices: As of 2025, adult tickets are £14, students are £5.50-£7, and children under 18 go free. All tickets have an optional £1.50 voluntary donation to the heritage trust. ○ Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. It is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day. ○ Location & Access: The museum is located on Mill Road in Peel, in a converted former railway station. It is fully accessible with lifts to all floors and disabled toilets. ○ Staff are consistently are welcoming, helpful, and knowledgeable. ○ There is a lovely and well stocked gift shop ○ Nice cafe were to restore your energy. ○ Child friendly areas along the way 💡 How to Get the Most from Your Visit ○ Plan Your Time: Most visitors spend 2-3 hours here. ○ Visit During Quieter Times: If you prefer smaller crowds, the museum notes that its quieter times outside of school holidays are between 9:30 am and 11:30 am, every day except Saturdays. ○ Check for Passes or Reciprocity: If you are planning to visit multiple heritage sites on the Isle of Man, a Manx National Heritage Holiday Pass might offer good value. The museum also has reciprocal agreements with some organizations like the National Trust, but it's best to confirm this with them directly before your visit... The House of Manannan offers a highly engaging and family-friendly journey through Manx history. While it may show its age in small areas, the general consensus is that its innovative storytelling and immersive atmosphere make it a standout attraction. I hope this candid overview helps you decide.

This is a fantastic place and a must visit on the island. The history flows through as you go through door one all the way to the end of museum. A number of interactive items are available as you go through too. The full size viking ship is absolutely fantastic and it makes you think about how they survived using them to sail the seas. This place is very much worth a visit just watch out for bus trips so you don't get slowed up.