The outer harbour, created when the Alfred Pier was built in 1882, is accessible at all tide states - unique amongst the Manx ports. It contains two full-tide slipways and visitors moorings are present during the summer months.
The inner harbour, with its pier created in 1812, is tidal and dries out from half-tide.
Once a major fishing and trading port, the village is still popular with tourists and fishermen, especially during the summer.
A railway station lies just north of the main part of the village, one of the stops on the surviving section of the Isle of Man Steam Railway between Douglas and Port Erin. Steam trains operate on the line several times a day during the summer season, and stop at Port St Mary. The village is served by bus services to Port Erin, Castletown Douglas and Onchan.
Harbour information
The Isle of Man Harbours page has a detailed account of local conditions and services - click here
Food and drink
There are some delightful pubs in the village that offer both food and drink.
The Albert Hotel ( No Food)
T. 01624 832118
https://www.facebook.com/The-Albert-Hotel-Port-St-Mary-111029652291532/
The Railway Station
T. 01624 832494
http://www.therailwaystationhotel.com/
The Shore (Gansey)
T. 01624 832269
http://www.theshore.im/
Restaurants
Andreas Pizzeria Trattoria (Italian)
T. 07624 834040
https://www.facebook.com/Bel-Cibo-Pizzeria-Trattoria-130996323754157/
Rasoi (Indian)
T. 01624 833366
http://www.rasoiindiancuisineiom.com/
The Patchwork Cafe (Great breakfasts)
T. 01624 836418
http://www.patchwork.im/
The Fish House
T. 01624 833113
http://www.thefish-house.co.uk/about/port-st-mary/
‘The Pavilion’ at Port St Mary Golf Links
T. 01624 834 932
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Pavilion-Port-St-Mary/116933198431343
Accommodation
The Albert Hotel
T. 01624 832118
https://www.facebook.com/The-Albert-Hotel-Port-St-Mary-111029652291532/
The Railway Station Hotel
T. 01624 832494
http://www.therailwaystationhotel.com/
The Shore Hotel (Gansey)
T. 01624 832269
http://www.theshore.im/
Aaron House
T. 01624 835 702
http://www.aaronhouse.co.uk/
Patchwork Cafe
T. 01624 836 418
http://www.patchwork.im/
Things to do
From heritage attractions to adventure sports, the Isle of Man has something for everyone.
Private companies 7th Wave, Adventurous Experiences and Discover Diving offer well-organised water-based activities within a short distance of the IOMYC.
http://www.7thwave-iom.com/
http://www.adventurousexperiences.com/
http://www.discoverdiving.im/
Information on other activities can be found on the Visit Isle of Man website:
http://www.visitisleofman.com/thingstoseeanddo/active/