Luxury Experiences

Group Bespoke Experiences - Advance Booking - Min. 10 Required

LUXURY EXPERIENCESOTHER TOUR OPTIONS

Dalkey Castle is pleased to offer group luxury experiences for those looking for a little more exclusivity.

Luxury experiences include a Medieval Heritage Evening, a Joycean experience, a Maeve Binchy exclusive & a Literary Legends evening worthy of the stars.

Particularly popular with corporate clients and destination management companies, these experiences are available to all larger group bookings. A minimum number of 10 people and advanced booking is required.

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Magical Medieval Heritage Evening

Steeped in history & heritage, Dalkey Castle is a medieval masterpiece tucked away on the southern corner of Dublin Bay. Join us in an exclusive, private, medieval heritage evening in a genuine 14th Century Fortified Medieval Townhouse Castle.

Feel yourself steeped in history as you walk through atmospheric Church grounds which have graced this land since Early Christian times. The site is a National Monument and Landmark.

Be enthralled and entertained by costumed, professional actors & experienced tour guides who bring Ireland’s history to life in rich and vibrant detail with stories inspired by local folklore, passed through the generations.

Welcoming guests from all over the world, we now invite you to join us for an evening of great Irish entertainment, craic and merriment in the unique and dramatic surrounds of one of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks.

Private dining, could be arranged at one of Dalkey’s gourmet restaurants or the famous gastropub, The Queen’s, next door additionally.

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Costumed Actors on Guided Tour at Dalkey Castle. Ideal day tour from Dublin
Maeve Binchy outside Dalkey Castle, Dublin, Ireland
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Maeve Binchy – The Heart of Dalkey

Enjoy an exclusive immersion in the life and times of world-famous author Maeve Binchy in her adored hometown of Dalkey. This thrilling experience for Binchy fans is curated and hosted by Maeve’s friend, award-winning theatre director, Margaret Dunne.

Begin in the Writers’ Gallery with our knowledgeable guides and a video of Maeve talking about her writing. Follow her footsteps on the Marvellously Maeve Guided Walk around the town full of local knowledge which cannot be found in any guidebook.

Complete the experience with a special theatrical adaptation of one of her plays.

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Rejoyce! Discover James Joyce’s Dalkey

Dalkey Castle is delighted to offer an exclusive celebration of James Joyce’s Dalkey, hosted by a renowned local Joycean expert.

Ulysses springs vividly to life during this memorable experience, featuring dramatisations and a magical guided walking tour of Joyce’s local settings and inspirations.

Feel the connections as you see Coliemore Harbour, the spot in which Joyce’s father kept a boat and competed in the Dalkey Regatta. Discover in real life the school Joyce himself taught at for a time which features in his work.

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LUXURY EXPERIENCE- Discover Dalkey's Literary Legends, Dalkey Castle, Dublin, Ireland
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Discover Dalkey’s Literary Legends

From Samuel Beckett to Bono and James Joyce to Maeve Binchy, some of Ireland’s most famous names share a connection to Dalkey.

Discover Dalkey’s Literary Legends is a uniquely devised, illuminating experience.

Revel in the entertainment which features a guided literary walking tour of Dalkey’s quirky streets followed by private dining & a magical, entertaining, theatrical evening of excerpts performed by professional actors.

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Contact Us

Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre
Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin,
Ireland, A96 DE61

[email protected]

+353 1 285 8366

What our Visitors say...

  • star rating  Dalkey Castle and heritage experience- super! - Super experience. Went with a group of friends who were in town visiting. It was very informative and the actors were absolutely brilliant. Very interactive, informative and most of all... read more

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    November 4, 2024

    star rating  Excellent experience  - I went to the Halloween event in the castle. It was excellent, the actors were brilliant. My 7 year old loved it. I'd highly recommend visiting!

    avatar thumb Sinead M
    October 27, 2024

    star rating  Highly recommended  - The tour was very informative, the tour guide & actors were skilled at explaining the history & the actors were so funny and kept us engaged . Highly recommend visiting..

    avatar thumb youngmairead
    October 26, 2024
  • star rating  Fun and informative. Nice people! - It was really fantastic! The Guide (CJ) did a great job and led us through the Location and described everything in a lively manner. The actors (I won't spoil, what... read more

    avatar thumb Patrick M
    October 17, 2024

    star rating  Dalkey Castle-time well spent  - The tour explores the castle, the adjoining church & cemetery, and the history of Dalkey. There are actors who appear throughout the visit to explain the various facets of daily... read more

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    October 4, 2024

    star rating  Fun Heritage Tour  - We did the Heritage Tour and really enjoyed learning about the castle and life at the time.
    Performers are talented and very knowledgeable
    We would recommend doing the... read more

    avatar thumb MelbourneCam
    September 30, 2024
  • star rating  History comes to life - What a delightful experience. You will learn a surprising amount about life in Ireland in the Middle Ages. And it’s taught in such an enjoyable and engaging way! The view... read more

    avatar thumb 49MileDriver
    September 20, 2024

    star rating  Fun tour in a cute town  - Wonderful and fun tour in a beautiful town. Informative and interesting, with friendly staff. Easy trip from Dublin and well worth it!

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    September 19, 2024

    star rating  Love this tour. I am a tour guide - and I will be back 😄  - This is so informative and suitable for all ages - fun for everyone. Entertaining actors and exciting stories. An excellent history of Dublin, Vikings, pirates and slaves. ... read more

    avatar thumb Anne B
    September 17, 2024

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