Malahide Castle and Gardens | Castles Near Dublin

MALAHIDE CASTLE

The magnificent medieval castle with a dramatic 800 year heritage

Generations of the Talbot family have called Malahide Castle home. Hear their stories, explore the private rooms and collections, and discover the central part this castle played in Irish political and social life on a guided tour.

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Gardens & Butterfly House

Discover exotic plants, green space and natural beauty Set on 260 acres of parkland, the gardens and Butterfly House at Malahide Castle are a tranquil retreat just minutes away from Dublin city centre and airport. Discover 5,000 plant varieties from around the world, wood carvings and fairy trails with perfect picnic-ing spots and much more during your visit. Malahide Gardens are open from 9.30am, with last entry at 4.30pm year round. Tickets can be purchased online or on arrival at the visitor centre at Malahide Castle. FIND OUT MORE

Butterfly House

West Lawn

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Walled Garden

Full of magic and fun, our interactive Fairy Trail is perfect for kids of all ages

Family friendly in every sense of the word, the Fairy Trail is an enchanting experience in the wooded West Lawn. With fun sculptures, fairy houses and lots of other hidden gems to find, little visitors are invited to use the interactive booklet to solve clues and answer questions on their way around the trail.

Entry to the Fairy Trail is included in castle and garden tickets. Fairy Trail Only tickets also available. Open from 9.30am, with last entry at 4.30pm in summer (April-October) and 3.00pm in winter (November-March).

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FAIRY TRAIL

Tickets & Prices

Browse our ticket selection and prices before you book!

Ticket Selection & Price List

FAIRY TRAIL, GARDENS AND BUTTERFLY HOUSE TICKET
Family 2+2          €22.00
Adult                   €7.50
Child                   €5.00
Senior/Student €6.00

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MALAHIDE CASTLE STORYTELLING TOUR, FAIRY TRAIL & BUTTERFLY HOUSE TICKET
Family 2+2          €39.99
Adult                   €14.00
Child                   €6.50
Senior/Student €9.00

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CLASSIC CASTLE TOUR & GARDENS (INCLUDING BUTTERFLY HOUSE) TICKET
Family 2+2          €39.99
Adult                   €14.00
Child                    €6.50
Student/Senior €9.00

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GARDENS & BUTTERFLY HOUSE TICKET
Family 2+2         €20.00
Adult                   €7.50
Child                   €4.00 ( Does not include Fairy Trail Booklet)
Senior/Student €6.00

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CASINO MODEL RAILWAY MUSEUM, FAIRY TRAIL & BUTTERFLY HOUSE SPECIAL OFFER
Family 2+2          €40.00
Adult                   €14.00
Child                   €8.00

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Please note : An adult ticket is for anyone aged over 18 and under 65. Students may be asked for a student card or proof that they are in education. We happily accept international student cards. Senior tickets are for those aged 65 and over.

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GETTING HERE

Just 10 minutes from Dublin Airport and 25 minutes from Dublin city centre

Open daily from 9.30am, there are lots of public transport options available to get you to Malahide Castle from Dublin city centre and plenty of free parking on-site if you bring the car. Take the bus or train from Dublin city to Malahide village. The castle is only a ten minute walk away.

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Autumn / Winter Offer See the Butterflies for €3 Due to popular demand, our €3 from 3pm Butterfly House offer is back for after school times at Malahide Castle! Full Story

September-November Castle Tour and Casino Model Railway special offer! It's the perfect combo! Enjoy 2 attraction visits in one Day Trip to Malahide. Available Monday to Friday! Full Story

APRIL Malahide Castle & Gardens Re-open Shannon Heritage are delighted to announce the re-opening of Malahide Castle & Gardens from Thursday 29th April Full Story

27May Winner - TripAdvisor Hall of Fame We've been awarded a TripAdvisor 2019 Certificate of Excellence! Full Story

Now Available Annual Membership Pass Now Available We're delighted to launch our new membership pass, offering visitors unlimited access to Malahide Castle and Gardens Full Story

Gardens & Fairy Trail

Explore the West Lawn and Walled Botanical Gardens and enjoy a day out with all the family. Garden only tickets include entry to the Fairy Trail

"This was a short drive from Dublin. The castle history and grounds were wonderful. But it is really the gardens that is amazing. Botanicals from all over the world. Some unusual and some familiar but very nicely arranged to compliment each other."
Joie A, July 2016

Membership

Enjoy a gift of magic and adventure with our Annual Membership Pass

Offering cardholders unlimited access to Malahide Castle and Gardens (including the Butterfly House and Fairy Trail) and Newbridge House and Farm, our new Annual Membership Pass makes light work of great days out for all the family!

Members can also enjoy a 10% discount on entry to other Shannon Heritage properties, 10% off in the Malahide and Newbridge gift shops, and much more...

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