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…
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Knappogue Castle
Knappogue Castle is a 15th-century Irish castle in the small village of Quin in County Clare. It was built in 1467 and…
Millmount Fort
In terms of must-sees in Drogheda, our top recommendation is Millmount Fort, a large tower built on a promontory overlooking the rest…
Castle Bernard
Castle Bernard is a 16th-century castle that was burnt down in 1921 following the British-Irish conflict. Although in ruins, the building has…
Lough Eske Castle
Lough Eske Castle is a castle in Donegal town, dating back to 140, and now converted into a 5-star hotel. An architectural…
Kilcoe Castle
Owned by actor Jeremy Irons, Kilcoe Castle is located in County Cork, on a small rocky island isolated from the rest of…
Roscrea Castle
If you're passing through the village of Roscrea, we recommend a visit to Roscrea Castle, a hilltop castle right in the heart…
Carrigafoyle Castle
Want to see a pretty castle marked by the ages and a troubled history? Carrigafoyle Castle is for you! This Anglo-Norman fortified…
Shanganagh Castle
Shanganagh Castle is a fortress built in 1408 by the Lawless family…A little austere, it imposes with its imposing architecture… A must-see…
Carrickfergus Castle
Carrickfergus Castle was built in 1177 on the north shore of Belfast Lough and is best known for its eventful history and…
Moher Tower
Moher Tower is a small, square, ruined tower on the Cliffs of Moher. A magical and serious place, with breathtaking views of…
Kilkea Castle
Kilkea Castle is a superb Irish castle in County Kildare. Located 5km from Castledermot, the castle’s origins date back to the 12th…
Roscommon Castle
Magnificent: that's one word to describe Roscommon Castle. Built in 1269 by Robert D'Ufford, a high-ranking Irish magistrate of the time, the…
O’Brien’s Tower
O'Brien's Tower overlooks the Cliffs of Moher. Magnificent, it's one of the finest vantage points on the Irish coast. Not to be…
Harry Avery’s Castle
If you love strange castles, then don't miss Harry Avery's Castle in Newtownstewart, County Tyrone. Built on a hill in the 14th…
The Royal Irish Constabulary Barracks
As you explore the village of Caherciveen, don't miss the Royal Irish Constabulary Barracks, also known as the Cahersiveen Heritage Centre. This…
Carrickkildavnet Castle
Carrickkildavnet Castle is a 15th-century fortified castle built near the village of Carrickkildavnet in County Mayo. This magnificent Anglo-Norman fortified tower faces…
Rockfleet Castle
Rockfleet Castle is an Irish castle on Clare Island in County Mayo. Built in the mid-16th century, it belonged to Richard Burke,…
Reginald’s Tower
Reginald’s Tower is located in Waterford town center. This is a large circular tower built in the 13th century. At the time,…
Nenagh Castle
Nenagh Castle is an Irish castle in County Tipperary. Built around 1200 by Theobald Walter, the building takes the form of a…
Granuaile’s Castle
Granuaile's Castle is a medieval tower on Clare Island, Ireland. It was once owned by the famous Irish pirate Grace O'Malley in…
Audley’s Castle
Audley's Castle is a castle in Northern Ireland, located in Strangford, County Down. Dating from the 15th century, this ruined building is…
Drimnagh Castle
Drimnagh Castle is an Anglo-Norman castle in the small town of Drimnagh, a suburb of Dublin. It is the only Irish castle…
Puck’s Castle
Puck's Castle is an ancient 3-storey tower whose walls have stood the test of time... Laced with a rather serious charm, the…