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  We had a fantastic time during the history tour. The actors are so entertaining and passionate about what they do - they made the experience a true pleasure. The history... read more of Dalkey and the castle is super interesting. Definitely recommend!

  Do it! - Alot more entertaining than I expected. The actors were funny while giving an authentic presentation of life in medieval Dalky.

  Dalkey Castle is an interesting place to visit with a permanent local history exhibition and theatre performances and other events throughout the year. ECHOES in October, celebrating local author, the... read more late, much-loved novelist and journalist Maeve Binchy, is a terrific festival with many well-known writers taking part. Highly entertaining event even if you've never - yet - read any of her books!

  Visiting the castle is well worth it. They make the most of the place with actors in costumes telling you about the life in the castle. Also, there's a short... read more film on and a guide. It's a great, resourceful way to inform and entertain the visitors. Just a 30-min train journey from Dublin, the village itself is lovely(as if time has stopped) with scenic coastal views. Highly recommended!

  Went on a Saturday and there was about 20 people altogether for the tour. Was brilliant from start to finish, the actors really make the experience.

  Thought this might be the usual mundane castle tour but we were pleasantly surprised, very informative tour, NOT boring, learnt a lot, and they used actors to portray historical characters... read more which we found very entertaining, defo recommend .

  The guides were highly knowledgeable and willing to answer all the questions I had. As a historian, that made me happy.
The actors did a fine job, and used... read more a good bit of humor to explain their medieval roles.
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  The Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre is amazing. I really enjoyed the living history tour. This makes the guided tour to be much more exciting. It is an unforgettable experience.... read more Thank you so much again for this.

  Really enjoyable tour. The guide was lovely and the actors brought the castle to life at the same time as being very amusing. Very well pitched for... read more adults and children alike. Highly recommend.