Drimnagh Castle

4.5/5
(200) · Castle in Dublin, Ireland
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DrimnaghCastle is a restored Norman Castle in the heart of South Dublin. It is the only moated castle remaining in Ireland

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4.5/5 · 200 reviews
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Jan 27, 2025
Absolutely beautiful Castle off the beaten path beside a School in Dublin. A true hidden gem. After purchasing tickets we were free to explore the castle and garden area. Gerben was readily available…Full review by Dreamer09937361976
Jan 22, 2025
Drimnagh Castle is an absolute gem! From the moment we stepped inside, we were transported back to another era. The restored rooms are beautifully preserved. The guided tour was incredibly informativ…Full review by Mark M
Oct 7, 2024
What an amazingly restored castle with a wonderful history. Despite the derogatory comments and personal bias on the religious congregation involved in the Castle by an unenthusiastic guide, the Cast…Full review by Casino1998

Questions & answers

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Do you need to book your tour ahead of time, or can you just walk in and join the next tour?
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It's best to book ahead by phone and it's " cash only", no cards accepted.
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Answer by Kevin J · Feb 18, 2023
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Wheelchair friendly? Able to enter the castle from a ground-level floor?
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We had to climb up some narrow, somewhat winding stairs. There was no other obvious entry but we did not ask.
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Is it possible to Uber from Dublin to the castle and back?
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Uber is illegal in Dublin and most european countries. You can use the MyTaxi application instead, which works similarly. Or just hail a taxi down the street. You can also take the bus …
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Uber is illegal in Dublin and most european countries. You can use the MyTaxi application instead, which works similarly. Or just hail a taxi down the street. You can also take the bus if it's too expensive.
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Is there a fee for entry?
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Yes, we paid after the tour. I think it was about 4.50 euros per person. They do have a website and you can get more detailed info there.
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is there parking available?
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Yes there is free off street parking available. If for any reason you cannot access the parking (if the gate is closed) you can park in the nearby Aldi supermarket carpark.
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