Language Schools

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Language Schools

The highly visual and entertaining Language School Tours with costumed Living History actors run all year. They are devised to suit students learning English. Active participation is encouraged. They can try their strength on the longbow. They will mint their own coinage. On the battlements, they can hail the King and show the native Irish their bow fingers. In the Heritage Centre, the historical information is presented on interactive screens in twelve languages.

Coach parking is available nearby.

See our Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions of Entry.

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Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre Picture Conor McCabe Photography.
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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  Had a guided tour of Dalkey Castle and heritage centre yesterday. It was an excellent tour led by a lovely lady called JD. We got a very warm welcome ... read more

    avatar thumb Mary H
    February 28, 2023

    star rating  This was a very informative and fun tour! Great for children and adults. The staff were very friendly, helpful, and fun! We will be back!

    avatar thumb melissajL2081RY
    February 12, 2023

    star rating  Really great activity. Actors were fantastic. It was interesting and very entertaining. Just good fun.

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    January 22, 2023
  • star rating  It was an awesome experience! - The acting of the staff was fantastic. They entertained the tourists very well! And the castle is stunning!

    avatar thumb Mabsiemabs
    January 11, 2023

    star rating  A great experience. Actors were very good. Informative and engaging.

    The audio visual set up is a bit amateurish; reminded me of primary school when the teacher... read more

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    January 7, 2023

    star rating  AN ABSOLUTE MUST! - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE!!!!
    We enjoyed every aspect of this tour. The staff and actors are so knowledgeable and passionate about the Castle. Our tour group had children from age 8... read more

    434allieb
    December 28, 2022
  • star rating  Really excellent experience - grandchildren 6 and 4 from Canada loved it - great participation event for the kids ( and the adults !!) Really well done , small groups... read more

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    December 22, 2022

    star rating  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

    avatar thumb justpeachy11
    October 15, 2022

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

    I1707ERsandrak
    October 9, 2022

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

[email protected]

+353 (0)1 285 8366

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