Luxury Experiences

Group Bespoke Experiences - Advance Booking - Min. 25 Required

LUXURY EXPERIENCESOTHER TOUR OPTIONS

Dalkey Castle is pleased to offer group luxury experiences for those looking for a little more exclusivity.

Luxury experiences include a Medieval Heritage Evening, a Joycean experience, a Maeve Binchy exclusive & a Literary Legends evening worthy of the stars.

Particularly popular with corporate clients and destination management companies, these experiences are available to all larger group bookings. A minimum number of 25 people and advanced booking is required.

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Magical Medieval Heritage Evening

Steeped in history & heritage, Dalkey Castle is a medieval masterpiece tucked away on the southern corner of Dublin Bay. Join us in an exclusive, private, medieval heritage evening in a genuine 14th Century Fortified Medieval Townhouse Castle.

Feel yourself steeped in history as you walk through atmospheric Church grounds which have graced this land since Early Christian times. The site is a National Monument and Landmark.

Be enthralled and entertained by costumed, professional actors & experienced tour guides who bring Ireland’s history to life in rich and vibrant detail with stories inspired by local folklore, passed through the generations.

Welcoming guests from all over the world, we now invite you to join us for an evening of great Irish entertainment, craic and merriment in the unique and dramatic surrounds of one of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks.

Private dining, could be arranged at one of Dalkey’s gourmet restaurants or the famous gastropub, The Queen’s, next door additionally.

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Costumed Actors on Guided Tour at Dalkey Castle. Ideal day tour from Dublin
Maeve Binchy outside Dalkey Castle, Dublin, Ireland
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Maeve Binchy – The Heart of Dalkey

Enjoy an exclusive immersion in the life and times of world-famous author Maeve Binchy in her adored hometown of Dalkey. This thrilling experience for Binchy fans is curated and hosted by Maeve’s friend, award-winning theatre director, Margaret Dunne.

Begin in the Writers’ Gallery with our knowledgeable guides and a video of Maeve talking about her writing. Follow her footsteps on the Marvellously Maeve Guided Walk around the town full of local knowledge which cannot be found in any guidebook.

Complete the experience with a special theatrical adaptation of one of her plays.

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Rejoyce! Discover James Joyce’s Dalkey

Dalkey Castle is delighted to offer an exclusive celebration of James Joyce’s Dalkey, hosted by a renowned local Joycean expert.

Ulysses springs vividly to life during this memorable experience, featuring dramatisations and a magical guided walking tour of Joyce’s local settings and inspirations.

Feel the connections as you see Coliemore Harbour, the spot in which Joyce’s father kept a boat and competed in the Dalkey Regatta. Discover in real life the school Joyce himself taught at for a time which features in his work.

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LUXURY EXPERIENCE- Discover Dalkey's Literary Legends, Dalkey Castle, Dublin, Ireland
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Discover Dalkey’s Literary Legends

From Samuel Beckett to Bono and James Joyce to Maeve Binchy, some of Ireland’s most famous names share a connection to Dalkey.

Discover Dalkey’s Literary Legends is a uniquely devised, illuminating experience.

Revel in the entertainment which features a guided literary walking tour of Dalkey’s quirky streets followed by private dining & a magical, entertaining, theatrical evening of excerpts performed by professional actors.

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Contact Us

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

[email protected]

+353 1 285 8366

What our Visitors say...

  • star rating  What a fun experience! - We were pleasantly surprised by the wand pure entertainment of this tour! We decided to visit last minute and it has been our favorite experience since we have been in... read more

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    March 9, 2025

    star rating  A Plunge into History  - Visiting this place was an incredible journey! It wasn’t just another museum tour where you just read about history—it was an immersive experience where you could truly step into the... read more

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    March 8, 2025

    star rating  Really enjoyable visit to Dalkey Castle - Brilliant visit to Dalkey Castle with the family (grown up children of 20 and 18). We all thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would recommend it to anyone visiting the... read more

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    March 1, 2025
  • star rating  Interesting and enjoyable tour - We had an excellent tour of Dalkey Castle which was educational and entertaining. The tour guides shared lots of interesting information, in a fun way. It felt like an immersive... read more

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    February 17, 2025

    star rating  This museum is very well worth a visit. - The guided tour is very well done. You wont be disappointed. There are actors in period dress that explain the history and conduct interesting demonstrations. Getting to Dalkey from Dublin... read more

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    February 10, 2025

    star rating  Excellent Santa’s Grotto  - Had the best Santa Grotto experience yesterday with 3 kids (8,6 &4). A beautiful setting, staff were kind and attentive. Elves & Santa performers were excellent with the kids. We... read more

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    December 21, 2024
  • star rating  An unmissable experience  - A visit to Dalkey Castle is an unmissable experience. I visited with my seven year old grandson and we both thought it was truly special. Particular thanks to... read more

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    December 18, 2024

    star rating  Definitely worth a visit. - This experience is well worth the money. The quick trip to Dalkey on the Dart is part of the adventure. We’ve done many tours in Ireland and this one was... read more

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    December 16, 2024

    star rating  Santa Experience was Amazing  - We are from Galway and this has been our 4th Annual trip to the Santa experience at dalkey castle..It’s just magical..They out so much effort into it and make it... read more

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    December 9, 2024

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