Explore Dalkey Castle’s 14th-century townhouse, 10th-century church, and vibrant Writers Gallery with interactive guides and actors. Discover Ireland’s Amalfi Coast history.
- Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre - At historic Dalkey Castle (1390), Costumed Living History Actors bring the ancient history to colorful life with archery, barber surgery and a cook giving a masterclass on circular economy (nothing was wasted) in medieval times, as part of every guided tour.
Tour also includes exploration of the atmospheric 10th Century St Begnet’s church & graveyard connected with the site.
The heritage center is also included with interactive screens in different languages & scale models.
A Writers’ Gallery features interactive panels of the work of 45 locally connected creative artists from James Joyce to Bono and Samuel Beckett to Maeve Binchy.
Climb to the battlements for magnificent views of the surrounding stunning landscape view of the sea and mountains.
If you are with a larger group, perhaps add on a guided walk. Tours every 90 minutes.
- Local guide
- Accessible lower level
- Interactive, sustainable experience with costumed, professional actors
- WiFi
- Interactive screens in a number of languages
- Opportunity for a selfie in the ‘stocks’!
- Tea and coffee
4 experiences in 1 ticket!
Fantastic opportunity to explore a Rare 14th Century Townhouse Castle & atmospheric 10th Century Church & Graveyard, alongside a Heritage Centre with interactive screens in a variety of languages & scale models & a Writers Gallery of local creatives (from Bono to Beckett, Maeve Binchy to James Joyce) with interactive panels.
Set between the mountains & the sea in stunning surroundings nicknamed “Ireland’s Amalfi Coast”, within easy reach of Dublin City Centre, in a vibrant village & historic heritage town.
Interaction with a local guide & costumed professional actors truly bring the history & literature of the area to life.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.