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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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don’t trip

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  10/10 - Don't miss this one hour tour in pretty village on main train line - 10/10! I've been on many tours over the years in historic sites in Ireland and abroad and this one is outstanding. It has the winning factors of being informative and... read more

    avatar thumb WorkLife55
    August 27, 2024

    star rating  Fabulous tour for all the family - children and adults alike  - The tour was amazing. I brought my three children 5, 8 and 11 and although it had been recommended to me, and the reviews are great, I didn't really know... read more

    avatar thumb Nicola F
    August 27, 2024

    star rating  Lovely visit to Dalkey Castle - Really enjoyed my visit to this small but perfectly formed Castle in Dalkey. Staff and guide were very friendly, information and child focused. Would highly recommend

    avatar thumb GeraldineM53
    August 27, 2024
  • star rating  An absolute must experience in Dalkey! - What an excellent way to learn about the past and how it ties into the future. This is a must see experience. Great for all ages. Explore a real castle... read more

    avatar thumb Christina T
    August 26, 2024

    star rating  Well worth a visit - Excellent visit. The actors in the Living history tour were superb and very entertaining. The view from the battlements was fantastic and the overall experience was worth every penny. Even... read more

    avatar thumb Marguerite B
    August 24, 2024

    star rating  Hidden gem!  - Highly informative and entertaining. The actors were fantastic, and Rita, our guide, was so lovely and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. We will definitely return and in the... read more

    avatar thumb Sarah N
    August 16, 2024
  • star rating  Dont Miss out Well worth a Visit.  - We Really enjoyed the Tour. The Acting was excellent and The views were great and the Tour Guide was Excellent, very informative and Helpful . Many Thanks 👌

    avatar thumb Gosworthpark8
    August 11, 2024

    star rating  Great cast(le)  - Fantastic experience. It was funny and informative for young and old. We will definitely come again. The cast was amazing.

    avatar thumb sebastiankL2148NP
    August 11, 2024

    star rating  Amazing interactive tour  - Really nice tour and really enjoyable experience interacting with the different people inside the castle.
    Perfect tour for both families and people interested in history

    avatar thumb Andreas870624
    August 9, 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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