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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  A delightful experience - Thank you so much for giving us such a wonderful time. We learned a lot but better than that the actors kept us laughing. They included us in their presentation... read more

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    July 7, 2024

    star rating  Truly a living history experience  - This is an amazing and interactive history lesson. The castle and adjoining cemetery are lovingly preserved and guide gave an interesting tour with great details.
    The actors are wonderful, believable... read more

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    July 6, 2024

    star rating  Do not miss out on a visit to DALKEY CASTLE !  - An absolutely professional and well presented tour fully enjoyed by all ages . The interaction with the children in the group was particularly enjoyable and this really is a... read more

    avatar thumb Jim M
    July 5, 2024
  • star rating  Very enjoyable  - We thought from start to finish it was a brilliant day. It was an enjoyable experience. The actors were excellent and made the day.

    avatar thumb Michael C
    July 4, 2024

    star rating  Exceptional experience. - Dalkey Castle is an amazing piece of history that comes alive with actors in period costumes conducting an interactive tale of life in the times of the castle. The castle... read more

    avatar thumb Rod C
    July 1, 2024

    star rating  Great Interactive Living experience  - This was better than what we expected. We were lucky to have a private tour just my friend and I and we really enjoyed every bit of it. The tour... read more

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    June 26, 2024
  • star rating  Highly Recommend. Fun and Interesting. Excellent actors. - My husband and I took a short train ride from Dublin to Dalkey. Our first stop was the Dalkey Castle and Heritage Center where we were offered a tour. What... read more

    avatar thumb SweetTone
    June 22, 2024

    star rating  Wonderful Dalkey Castle  - This is a fabulous tour. There was a great welcome from Minota. It is a brilliant living history experience. Highly recommended!

    avatar thumb Patrick C
    June 19, 2024

    star rating  Delightful Dalkey - Wow! Me and my son had the BEST time. Our beautiful guide Minota was so kind, and knowledgeable. We were equal parts delighted and enthralled with the living history tour.... read more

    avatar thumb mrsmupps
    June 17, 2024

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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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