Castles/Gardens   

Ireland is awash with beautiful Castles & Gardens, many on your doorstep and others only a short drive away. Below we've included some of the most popular ones. Click on a Castle/Garden venue below to get more information.

Russborough House and Parklands
Blessington, Co. Wicklow

Russborough House and Parklands
 
The building of Russborough House commenced in 1741 and took almost 10 years to complete.Designed by the German Architect Richard Cassels, it has the longest façade of any house in Ireland. It is a stunning Palladian Mansion which houses one of the most impressive private art colle

RUSSBOROUGH HOUSE AND PARKLANDS

Malahide Castle and Gardens
Malahide, Co. Dublin

Malahide Castle and Gardens
 
Malahide Castle and Gardens are set on over 260 of magnificent parklands and dates back to the 12th century where the Talbot family took up residence in 1185 up until 1975. Thats nearly 800 years the Talbot family owned the castle and lands Now the castle is open to the public with guided

MALAHIDE CASTLE AND GARDENS

The Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig, Wexford

The Irish National Heritage Park
 
Take an incredible journey through over 9,000 years of Irelands past at the Irish National Heritage Park in Wexford. Streached across 35 acres of woodland, wetland, estuary and uplands you can visit the homesteads, places of rituals and learn about the burial rituals of our long vanished

THE IRISH NATIONAL HERITAGE PARK

Visit Offaly
Offaly

Visit Offaly
 
The great thing about a visit to Offaly is that you are always going to be surprised at what is around every corner. Discover hidden gems around every bend. Theres Offalys great outdoors ... The Slieve Bloom Mountains have trails to suit all ages and ability with spectacular views across

VISIT OFFALY

King Johns Castle
Kings Island, Limerick

King Johns Castle
 
Dont miss this amazing brand new castle visitor experience in the heart of Medieval Limerick. Features include a stunning interactive exhibition, an enhanced courtyard and battlements. Relax afterwards in the panoramic café. Learn about history in an enjoyable way Features

KING JOHNS CASTLE

Greenan Maze
Greenan, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow

Greenan Maze
 
Located in the beautiful countryside of the Wicklow hills, only an hour south of Dublin, spend the entire day wandering around the farm in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. With loads of attractions to see, your day will be packed full of things to do and will keep the kids fully occupied

GREENAN MAZE

Birr Castle Gardens and Science Centre
Rosse Row, Birr, Co. Offaly

Birr Castle Gardens and Science Centre
 
Birr Castle Gardens Hidden treasures and firm favourites – with something for every visitor. Birr Castle Gardens and Science Centre remains one of Irelands top attractions. New this season is the amazing Summer Quest which will take the young and maybe not so young explorers on a

BIRR CASTLE GARDENS AND SCIENCE CENTRE

Castle Dargan Hotel Golf and Spa Resort
Ballygawley, Co. Sligo

Castle Dargan Hotel Golf and Spa Resort
 
If you are looking for a fun family holiday, look no further than the 4 Star Castle Dargan Resort. With an outdoor playground, indoor games room, driving range, spa and golf course, there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained. Nestled off the main road away from traffic and dang

CASTLE DARGAN HOTEL GOLF AND SPA RESORT
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