Art & Craft Fair

  Great fun! - Loved visiting an actual castle and especially learning about its defences. The actors and interaction really made this come to life, so well done!

  A nice part of a day in Dalkey  - Nice to be able to see defense emplacements, the kitchen, and the church close-up at the Goat (Dalkey) castle. We enjoyed our guided tour because the reenactors were both... read more humorous and informative and the guide answered our historical context questions. The castle tour was a nice part of a day visiting Dalkey to enjoy the beautiful coast.

  Enjoying history - We've done this tour several times, my kids love it! It's great for families, but also for visiting groups of friends/colleagues who want a hit of history in an imaginative... read more and memorable way.

  Amazing Halloween tour  - Brilliant tour, the kids loved it! Actors were excellent and very engaging. Great spooky atmosphere! Definitely recommended.

  Amazing one ! - Unique experience! Living history live with characters from the past was really entertaining. The enthusiasm and effort of the staff makes the experience really enjoyable ️

  Lovely experience - The Living History tour was an amazing performance !!! Entertaining, interesting and well organised.
The Castle is in excellent condition and in general , the whole place is... read more well cared.
Many events , (Halloween tour, Literally walks). One visit is just the beginning.

  Perfect way to experience a castle! - This was a small castle, but it was my favorite of all the castles we went to in Ireland. The tour guide was fantastic and made us feel so... read more welcome and comfortable. The "jack of all trades" (pharmacist, dentist, barber, etc.) was informative, but he was also hilarious, and the interaction was just perfect. I loved being called Lady Julia! The archer and head cook were perfect for their parts - informative, but also entertaining. I loved everything about this castle tour!!!

  Tottenham Court Road Play at Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre  - What a delightful way to spend a Sunday afternoon then at Dalkey Castle for the last performance of "Echoes" weekend. The play "Tottenham Court Road" was hilarious and the performance... read more by the actors was excellent.
The interview after the play by Gillian Binchy with Jim Culleton (Director)was very interesting and informative.
The front of house staff were very professional and hospitable.

  What a gem! <3  - The Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre is an absolute gem – if you are visiting Dublin a day trip to Dalkey with all its lovely cafés and restaurants but ... read more especially this heritage centre is a must! The staff are extremely kind and helpful, the tours and events fascinating and the connection to many writers and musicians from the area makes everything even more fabulous. If you like Maeve Binchy, or James Joyce, or find Irish history gripping: Don't go home without having been here! <3