Dublin Castle
Castle · Rathmines
Dame St, Dublin 2, Ireland
Highlights
Historic government complex with opulent state apartments and gardens
Historic government complex with opulent state apartments and gardens
"A historic castle recommended as a key cultural and architectural site to visit while touring the city." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A historic civic complex that can be visited inexpensively, offering a compact introduction to the city's past and architecture without breaking the bank." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"It's a medieval complex dating to the early 13th century—established when Vikings set up headquarters here—and now serves as a well-preserved relic of British rule that offers exhibits on art, fashion, and Irish history; guided tours are recommended if you want to see the interior apartments and historic quarters." - Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner
"Built in the 13th century on a site that once held a Viking settlement and featuring a medieval tower with walls up to nearly 16 feet thick, this complex now serves as a government site and tourist attraction a short walk from Trinity College. Visitors can take self-guided visits and guided tours of the Viking-era excavation site, Chapel Royal, state apartments, undercroft, and heritage center, and enjoy the Castle Gardens, enclosed by wrought-iron gates with Celtic-inspired spirals." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"As you emerge from the library, walk towards the nearby Dublin Castle. This 13th-century stronghold serves up a slice of medieval intrigue with a side of imperial history. For the full experience, book a guided tour in advance." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team
