Bunratty Castle: Explore Ireland's Iconic Landmark

Experience the charm and authenticity of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park in Ireland. Skip the line and explore the elegant castle, village street, farmhouses, and interactive Fairy Trail.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bunratty Castle and Folk Park - Show your ticket at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and head inside. Browse the castle, a restored 15th-century tower house. Walk around at leisure or join a castle tour for a deeper insight into the building. Admire the furnishings, tapestries, and artworks. Afterward, stroll around the folk park, an enchanting…
What's Included
  • Live entertainment
  • All activities
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Entry to Santa in the folk park in the Christmas season
Additional Information

Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, one of Ireland’s most famed attractions, is known for the stunning restoration detail of the castle and the delightful originality of the village street and farmhouses. Its charm is evident and awe-striking for tourists.
Living characters and musicians from the village add to the experience by recreating the atmosphere of…

Location
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Bunratty West
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jackie_k
Oct 3, 2024
excellent tour - Jerry was a fun tour operator. He was full on knowledge and kept us interested and informed. My partner and I highly recommend this tour as we loved it. Saw so much of the breath taking country side, villages, etc.
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Tanya_s
Oct 2, 2024
Enchanting - It was a softly rainy day that added to the experience. I loved the animals and the enchantment of everything! I will be dreaming about this until I’m dead and gone. Great!!
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Susa2105
Sep 23, 2024
Worth seeing and interesting - The park is almost a must-see for travellers to Ireland who still want to learn about the history of Ireland. There are houses that are still present in the origin. Some of the houses still have people in their clothes telling the story of the house. Also a street with a doctor's house and then facility, a school, a pawn shop etc. The castle built to the heights has 3 floors which are very interesting and steeped in history. The park is also interesting for children. There is a fairy trail and some live animals to see.
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Sherry_l
Sep 19, 2024
Fabulous - I love the whole Bunratty experience. I always have fun there. The medieval banquet is great too. Hope to see it again.
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Rineth902
Sep 15, 2024
Random find - We happened to be guests here during a stopover. Fortunately! We could have easily spent all day here. The entire complex is more than lovingly designed, you won't find any kitsch or outdated items. Everything is wonderfully preserved. A very interesting castle plus surrounding medieval buildings (smith, fisherman etc) plus a small commercial street with shops and furnishings (school, country doctor) from the 19th and 20th century. Jhdt. In addition, a church, a mill, animals, a mansion. For the elderly there is a small train or carriage to help with the large area. To the exit a cafe with very good coffee and delicious snacks. I want to mention the employees, especially "Anvil Hufschmied", the blacksmith: everyone was exceptionally nice, friendly and communicative.
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Mary_m
Sep 14, 2024
Fascinating, informational, fun trip into time. Friendly, informational and creative staff. - I found that the staff who posed as historical characters were very informative and friendly. They were always willing to sing a song, play an instrument, relate interesting stories about Bunratty history or show how a craft was done.
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K2723azninak
Sep 9, 2024
The History lesson you never know you needed! - I've been to Bunratty & the Folk park on numerous occasions. However, this time around when I visited with my family. Mary from Bunratty house shared some of her great knowledge with us about the history of the site, it's building and the families living in them in the past. She really made the day special for us. If you're ever around the area pop in to get your private history lesson with Mary & you won't be disappointed! Highly recommend.
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Annemarie_a
Sep 9, 2024
Bunratty - Absolutely loved the castle and the walk around the village. Stopped for a pint and a snack at the pub, enjoyable experience.
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Carlosmarbella
Sep 4, 2024
Best thing to do in Ireland, no doubt! - The castle inside is a pass (and outside is spectacular). It closes at 4pm. All the surrounding riding village (Folk Park) is sensational! You will see how they lived anciently, as well as enjoy many animals and a great walk with the little ones
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Jess_s
Sep 18, 2024
Late late late on arrival - Unfortunately our flight from Heathrow International broke down and was late late arriving into Shannon Ireland we missed the castle due to being late incoming can we get comped for sept 18th so we can visit
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up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).