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Dunmore Cave

Ballyfoyle, Co. Kilkenny

Consisting of a series of chambers formed over millions of years the cave contains some of the finest calcite formations found in any Irish cave. The cave has been mentioned in ancient Irish Annals and poetry and was the scene of a Viking attack in 928 where up to 1000 people were possibly killed.

World attention focused on the cave in 1999 after the discovery of a hoard of silver treasures and artifacts never before seen anywhere else in the world. A tour to the cave will also include displays and an audio visual presentation.

Visit by guided tour only.

Opening hours

March to June Daily 10:00-17:00
June to September Daily 9:30-18:30
September to February Daily 10:00-17:00

Last Admission 60 mins. before closing.

First Wednesday in the month is a free day for guided tours at Dunmore Cave

Admission Prices

Adults €3.00 / Child €1.00 / Family €8.00 (2+4)
Senior €2.00

Remember: Primary and Secondary schools are free to visit OPW sites.

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