Dublin Castle | The nerve centre of historical power in Ireland
Discover the historic heart of Dublin. Open seven days a week. Dublin Castle is a key tourist attraction as well as a major government complex. Venue hire within the Castle is also available.
Discover - Dublin Castle
Welcome to Dublin Castle. Erected in the early thirteenth century on the site of a Viking settlement, Dublin Castle served for centuries as the headquarters of English, and later British, administration in Ireland.
Tickets and Times - Dublin Castle
Tours run from 10.00am to 4.00pm daily. Online self guided tickets are available to book online from 14 days in advance. A limited number of self guided tickets are available each day from our ticket desk.
History - Dublin Castle
Dublin Castle is one of the most important buildings in Irish history. From 1204 until 1922 it was the seat of English, and later British rule in Ireland. During that time, it served principally as a residence for the British monarch’s Irish representative, the Viceroy of Ireland, and as a ceremonial and administrative centre.
Tours - Dublin Castle
Join one of our experienced guides for a fascinating tour that takes you from the excavation site of Viking and medieval Dublin to the Gothic Chapel Royal and finally to the splendour of the former viceregal State Apartments. You can also download our free self-guiding app here.
Highlights - Dublin Castle
A Variety of Decorative Art. Among the highlights of the collection are the three vast canvas paintings on the ceiling of St Patrick’s Hall by the Italian artist Vincenzo Waldré. Together they form the most important painted ceiling to survive in Ireland from the eighteenth century.
FAQ - Dublin Castle
Dublin Castle is situated in Dublin’s city centre. We are within walking distance of many major tourist attractions such as Trinity College and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Many bus routes stop on nearby Dame Street, Lord Edward Street and George’s Street including the 9, 13, 15, 16, 27, 40, 49, 54a, 56a, 65, 68, 68a, 77a, 122, 123, 140, 150 ...
Venue Hire - Dublin Castle
Venue Hire. 800 Years of Historic Experience. ". Unparalleled Facilities in the Heart of Dublin. Dublin Castle has been holding events for 800 years; that’s what you’d call a proven track record. The Castle is in the heart of the city and the heart of Irish history.
The State Apartments - Dublin Castle
Two of the rooms feature exquisite rococo plasterwork ceilings dating from the 1750s by the renowned stuccodore Bartholomew Cramillion. Today the rooms are used as gallery spaces for a vibrant programme of exhibitions, many of which explore themes relating to the Castle’s history. The State Apartments, Dublin Castle.
2022 Centenary - Dublin Castle
Presented to coincide with Dublin Castle’s Centenary 2022 commemorations, the readings were directed by Louise Lowe and were recorded in St Patrick’s Hall in Dublin Castle on January 28 and 29, featuring Owen Roe as Thomas Dunne.