Sight / landmark | Family attraction | History & heritage
Elizabeth Castle
Built on a rocky islet in St. Aubin’s Bay, Elizabeth Castle has defended Jersey for more than 400 years. You can take the amphibious castle ferry or walk out along the causeway at low tide. Elizabeth Castle is the perfect place to spend a day exploring Jersey's history with the Jersey Militia or castle gunner on parade. **
- Seasonal opening
Price: £10.95 - £23.95
More Information
Elizabeth Castle is an island fortress built across 24 acres and 15 centuries. Climb the battlements dating back to the 1590s, when Sir. Walter Raleigh was Governor of Jersey from 1600 until 1603.
Explore the grounds which gave refuge to King Charles II during the English Civil War and uncover the bunkers which were re-fortified to command the sea approaches to Jersey during the German Occupation in World War II. Marvel at the hermitage where St. Helier is thought to have lived around 550 A.D. Ferry sailings, and walking times are subject to weather and tidal conditions.
Children under six go free.
** Please note, the castle will be closed for the season from November to March 2026.
We are open:
March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- Outdoor
- Family friendly
- Hearing loop
- Accessible toilets
- Hearing loop
- Partial wheelchair access
- Partially suitable for visitors with limited mobility
Location
Elizabeth Castle
St. Aubin's Bay
Jersey
St. Helier
JE3 3NU
Offers and events
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Available: 11th Apr 2026 ‐ 9th Oct 2026
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Unlimited access to Jersey Heritage visitor sites for 7 days.
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