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schools/national schools

School Tours

The perfect venue for memorable school tours. With a wealth of history, explore the national monument site on a guided tour designed especially for students at Schools/National Schools. The visit combines an exploration of the Early Christian Church, rare medieval Townhouse Castle and an exciting, contemporary, award-winning visitor experience.

Among the highlights are the Costumed Actors who interact with the students. Among the scenes recreated are: a slave escaping from Vikings on Dalkey Island, activation of the Murder Hole, trying out the Longbow and minting a Viking coin. The Cook boasts of culinary creations and medieval toilet facilities.

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the visit

Stocks

Stocks and pillories were used as punishments in Medieval Times.

A replica is on site for educational and entertainment purposes.

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the visit

Murder Hole

The Murder Hole was a defensive feature in castles during medieval times. If attackers managed to get past the Machicolation and through the entrance door, they found themselves in a small, dark room. Above their heads, there was an opening in the ceiling called a murder hole. The opening was positioned close to the fireplace in the Living Quarters above.  The occupants, upstairs, could throw down lighted firewood, boiling water, or rocks, on intruders below.

Tour Duration

70-75 Minutes

Age Restriction

3rd Class Upwards

Capacity

10-28 People

Parking

Coach Parking Nearby

What our Visitors say...

  • 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!

    avatar thumb tseehafer
    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
  • star rating  Very enjoyable vist to Dalkey Castle  - I had a very enjoyable visit to Dalkey Castle Heritage Centre on Monday 12th August 2024 for a guided tour with a Youth Group consisting of 3 Adults and 12... read more

    avatar thumb Michael C
    September 14, 2024

    star rating  Provides lots of useful information about the area, about live in past times and it’s all communicated in fun way 🙂  - I have done the interactive tour in June with my friends and loved it so much I came again in September with my children. They loved it !

    avatar thumb Radka E
    September 2, 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

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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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