Malahide Castle Dublin, Castles Near Dublin to Visit

The magnificent medieval castle with a dramatic 800-year heritage

Setting down roots in the medieval era, generations of the Talbot family called Malahide Castle home. Hear their stories, see the rooms where they lived and explore the surrounding 260 acres of lush parkland.

A Brief History

A magnificent fortress with a long and dramatic history

King Henry II gifted Richard Talbot the lands and harbour of Malahide for his services to the crown in 1185. From that point on, the Talbot family became intertwined with Malahide’s history and development.

Discover the political and social upheavals that shaped the castle and the Talbot family over the course of centuries.

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The castle’s treasures tell the story of Ireland’s nobility

From intricate oak panelling to vintage Victorian toys, discover the Castle’s furniture and artwork collection.

Enjoy stunning copies of Raphael's Vatican frescoes and admire more recent works on loan from the National Gallery of Ireland. Meanwhile, come face to face with the castle’s former residents in the Talbot portraits lining the walls.

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FURNITURE & PAINTINGS

CASTLE GHOSTS

Meet the ghosts that haunt the castle corridors

Rumoured to be the most haunted castle in Ireland, over hundreds of years, the castle’s residents, workers and visitors have all reported eerie happenings.

Learn all about the ghosts of Malahide Castle on a guided tour, including Puck, the unlucky-in-love court jester, and the infamous Lady in White...

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Explore elegant reception rooms and intimate bedrooms with our expert guides

From battles to banquets, learn how the castle grew in strength and importance over centuries and continues to play a key role in Irish social and political life today.

Our expert guides offer fascinating insights into life in one of Ireland’s oldest castles.

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CASTLE TOUR

VISITOR CENTRE

Start the adventure in our Visitor Centre. The Visitor Centre is your first stop on any trip to Malahide Castle and Gardens. Pick up your tour tickets, plan your visit and get all the information you need to make sure your visit goes smoothly. Browse the Museum Shop and Malahide Outdoor Store, and enjoy a tasty treat in Ireland’s renowned Avoca food market. FIND OUT MORE

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

Our new membership pass offers unlimited access to Malahide Castle and Gardens and Newbridge House and Farm, and makes light work of great days out for all the family.

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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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