Aughnanure Castle
Aughnanure Castle is a must-see in the region for those who love ruined castles, full of charm and legend. Set on an…
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Kinbane Castle
Kinbane Castle is a little-known tourist attraction, but one of Northern Ireland's must-sees! A must-see, his show is magnificent! [...]
Drumharsna Castle
Drumharsna Castle is a pretty 16th-century Irish tower house near Ardrahan in County Galway. Magnificent in its own right, it tells a…
O’Dea Castle
If you love 15th-century castles, don't miss O'Dea Castle! Located 5km from Corofin in County Clare, it is one of the most…
The Rock of Dunamase
Dunamase Rock is an Irish castle in County Laois. Built in the 12th century between the towns of Portlaoise and Stradbally, it…
Minard Castle
Minard Castle is a ruined castle on the Dingle Peninsula. Built in the 16th century by the Fitzgerald clan, it faces the…
Dalkey Castle
Dalkey Castle is a 14th-century castle in the heart of Dalkey. It was here in 1830 that a superb Viking treasure of…
Huntington Castle
Come and discover a haunted castle: Huntington Castle! Built in 1400 and improved in the 16th century, this castle is now in…
Fenit Lighthouse
If you love lighthouses, then Fenit Lighthouse is well worth a visit! Built in 1851 and located on a small island accessible…
The Cromwell Fort
Cromwell Fort is a former military fortress, built on the orders of Oliver Cromwell. Situated by the sea on the island of…
Athenry Castle
Athenry Castle is a magnificent fortress built in the heart of the town of the same name. Open to visitors, the château…
Gleninagh Castle
Gleninagh Castle is one of those gigantic ruined fortresses that haunt Ireland’s highlands. Located in County Galway, this 16th-century square tower was…
Jame’s Fort, Kinsale
Kinsale James Fort is a superb 17th-century Irish fort on the outskirts of the village of Kinsale. Built opposite the River Bandon,…
Lynch’s Castle
Lynch's Castle is a former Galway castle, located right in the city center. Converted into a bank, the building is well worth…
Shane’s Castle
Discover Shane's Castle, a 14th-century ruined castle built near Randalstown in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. With its deep, authentic charm, it was…
Roache Castle
Roache Castle is a ruined castle in County Louth. Built in 1236 by a wealthy Anglo-Norman family, the castle is now in…
Slane Castle
Overlooking a bend in the Boyne, Slane Castle cuts a silhouette that encapsulates several sides of Ireland. The estate has been an…
Glanworth Castle
Glanworth Castle is a 13th-century castle in the heart of County Cork, in the village of Glanworth. Built near the Funcheon River,…
Doughiska Castle
Doughiska Castle is a 16th-century Irish castle in Galway's Merlin Woods Park. In ruins, the building is sumptuous, and has a serious…
Swords Castle
Swords Castle is a medieval Irish castle built north of Dublin. Built in the 13th century, its Anglo-Norman style is extremely charming!…
Knockdrin Castle
Knockdrin Castle is a 17th-century Irish castle near Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland. A lovely private château, which unfortunately cannot be visited... [...]
Desmond Castle
Desmond Castle is a 16th-century Kinsale castle. In the form of a square tower, it was used as a "Customs House" until…
Le Charleville castle
Charleville Castle is a superb castle in County Offaly, Ireland. Built near the forest in the village of Tullamore, the building is…
The Black Castle
Black Castle is an Anglo-Norman fortress located south of the port of Wicklow in Ireland. In ruins, it was built in 1176…