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behold our bow fingers

Language School Tours

The highly visual and entertaining Language School Tours with Costumed Living History actors run all year. They are devised specifically to suit students learning English by their visual and immersive, interactive nature. Active participation is encouraged.

Students try their strength on the longbow. They will mint their own Viking coin. On the Battlements, they can hail the King and show the native Irish their bow fingers.

View this heritage town’s rich historical information on interactive screens in twelve languages (English, Irish, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, Danish, Polish, Russian, Chinese & Japanese) in the Heritage Centre.

Coach parking is available nearby.

See our Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions of Entry.

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The Spiral Staircase

The spiral stairs were built to ascend in a clockwise direction. It is thought that this design was to give right-handed defenders an advantage in the wielding of their swords. They were built with uneven steps. In the dark, unfamiliar spaces these became a trip hazard and were referred to as Trip Steps. See the Trip Steps at Dalkey Castle, where history comes to life.

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Tour Duration

55 Minutes

Age Restriction

8+

Capacity

30 People

Parking

Coach Parking Nearby

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

    avatar thumb davidd386
    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

    avatar thumb dolmen2018
    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

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    September 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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