Rathfarnham Castle
Category: Families, Kids, Rainy Day, Culture, Sightseeing, Free
Type: Castles, Historic Homes & Sites, Museums & Galleries, Visitor Centres, Tours, General Attractions
Rathfarnham
Dublin 14
Dublin 14
Tel: +353 1 493 9462
Please mention ireland-guide.com when enquiring.
With its four flanker towers Rathfarnham Castle is an excellent example of the fortified house in Ireland
Rathfarnham Castle
Georgina Campbell
Dating back to the Elizabethan period Rathfarnham Castle with its four flanker towers is an excellent example of the fortified house in Ireland. In the late 18th century, the house was re-modeled on a splendid scale employing some of the finest architects of the day.
While the Berkeley Costume and Toy Collection is an exquisite collection of 18th and 19th century toys, dolls and costumes that are brought to life in the magnificent setting of the castle.
While the Berkeley Costume and Toy Collection is an exquisite collection of 18th and 19th century toys, dolls and costumes that are brought to life in the magnificent setting of the castle.
Opening Time:
Summer: 9.30am-5.30pm daily. Winter: Wed-Sun & Bank hols 10.30am-5pm
Admission Charge:
Free
Directions
Rathfarnham by-pass, between Rathfarnham Road and Grange Road (near Rathfarnham Village)View Similar Tourist Attractions
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