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Dalkey Castle is popular with tourists, group bookings & corporate visitors looking for a unique, immersive, sustainable travel/tourism experience and is an ideal destination for groups and associations. Click here to learn more about venue hire.

We warmly welcome group visits of all kinds from corporate away days, shore excursions, private parties & events, tour operator and destination management companies, associations and group organisers. One-off groups of up to 20 can book a slot online directly. We are easily accessible from Dublin city by public transport & have coach parking nearby.

We offer special trade rates to tour operators, group organisers, school trip organisers, language schools, coach companies, trade companies and large group bookings, particularly recurring bookings. Such group visits must be booked in advance by email to [email protected]. You can also make an enquiry below.

Local, Professional Actors from Deilg Inis Living History Theatre Company bring the history of this 14th Century Fortified Medieval Townhouse Castle & 10th Century Churchyard to colourful life. Climb to the Battlements for magnificent views of Killiney Hill and the stunning scenic Dublin coastline.  Browse in the Writers’ Gallery where you be enthralled by the forty-five writers and creative artists from Joyce to Bono and Beckett to Maeve Binchy. Our guides delight in taking you through the scale models and the interactive touchscreens have historical information in twelve languages. Dalkey is a vibrant heritage town near but away from the bustle of Dublin City Centre and the town has plenty of boutique shops, cafés, bars and restaurants catering for all tastes.

We offer luxury experiences for those looking for something even more exclusive.

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Happy People on Guided Literary Walk Dalkey Castle, Dalkey, Dublin, Ireland
Tour Duration

60 Minutes

Age Restriction

5+

Capacity

30 People

Parking

Coach Parking Nearby

What our Visitors say...

  • star rating  Dalkey Castle - one of the highlights of our time in Ireland - We were a group of students and teachers who visited Dalkey Castle. The living history experience was great fun. It is an absolute gem and a must-visit.

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    February 18, 2026

    star rating  Great Interactive Experience - I came with a group of kids and I can tell that it was a great experience for the kids. I never saw them so excited and engaging so much... read more

    avatar thumb Angelotavares
    February 11, 2026

    star rating  Lovely experience!  - It was so much fun and so informative! The actors were soo good ! And they really got into character (like the archer had a real bow saying that because... read more

    avatar thumb Sophiyah B
    February 10, 2026
  • star rating  The Best Irish Castle Tour ever!!!! - We had the very best time on this tour, it was informative, exciting and so much fun. The actors were so convincing thanks Angela and Sharon

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    January 21, 2026

    star rating  One of the best guided tours around! - Fabulous, fun morning at Dalkey Castle! The Living History tour is a must for Horrible Histories fans, both young and old! The tour is bursting with gory details, quirky... read more

    avatar thumb Andrea D
    January 18, 2026

    star rating  A magical castle Santa visit  - A brilliant experience in an enchanted castle setting. I took my two kids 8 and 5 year old and they had a great time. Santa was full of energy with... read more

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    December 13, 2025
  • star rating  They brought the sunshine in the middle of a windy, stormy day.  - We went on a day that was cold and stormy. We half expected the museum to be closed. We were so surprised that not only were they open, but... read more

    avatar thumb Carolina E
    December 10, 2025

    star rating  Excellent Tour - What an amazing tour- one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland. It was informative and fun and the staff was wonderful and friendly and very knowledgeable.

    avatar thumb Robert N
    November 24, 2025

    star rating  Well worth the time!  - I was much impressed by the care and attention to detail given by the guide and the actors. The facility is well cared for and the staff is well... read more

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    November 19, 2025

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

[email protected]

+353 1 285 8366

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