Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

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Spring into Heritage 2024

Guided Walks, Tours & Talks

Dalkey Castle

Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre


Free Guided Tour

History springs to life at Dalkey Castle!

In atmospheric tenth-century grounds, Dalkey Castle uniquely combines a medieval townhouse castle with a contemporary Visitors' Centre and Writers' Gallery.
Costumed actors perform an immersive Living History Experience.
The Archer demonstrates the Longbow, Cook shares medieval recipes, and the Barber Surgeon writes out his potions in calligraphy.
The Writers' Gallery features 45 renowned Irish writers and creative artists from Joyce to Bono, and Beckett to Maeve Binchy.

Date  Monday
March 25th
April 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

Thursday
March 28th
April 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Times  10am
Tour Duration  70 mins
Maximum Capacity  12 people
Partially Wheelchair Accessible
Meeting Point  Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre



Public Transport

Dart Station: Dalkey

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