Wilton Castle, dating back to 1247, has been completely restored by the present owner, Sean Windsor, after it had been burnt down by arsonists in 1923. The castle is a ... read more
Westport House, dating from the 1500s and seat of the Browne family (Earls of Antramont and later Marquesses of Sligo) for 300 years until 2017, is the west coast of ... read more
The Bishop's Palace, an 18th century architectural jewel, is dedicated to the history of Waterford from The 18th century to the 1970s. The museum ... read more
Tullynally Castle & Gardens was built and created by the Pakenham family (later Earls of Longford) in the 17th century. Today three generations of the family live ... read more
Strokestown Park is a Palladian House, today surrounded by 122 ha (300 acres) and open to the public, as is the Famine Museum on the grounds. Strokestown Park was the ... read more
Slane Castle has been, since the 18th century, the family home of the Conyngham family. It has become famous by its rock concerts, launched by the present owner, the ... read more
Russborough House was build between 1741 and 1755 for Joseph Leeson, 1st Earl of Milltown and stayed in the family until 1929. Today it belongs to the Alfred Beit ... read more
Ross Castle was probably built in the late 15th century by one of the ODonoghue Ross chieftains and is typical example of the stronghold of an Irish Chieftain during the ... read more
Rathfarnham Castle, dating back to the 16th century and built for Archbishop Adam Loftus, is presently owned by the state. It is used as a museum ... read more
Powerscourt House, an 18th century castle and dating back to the 13th century, is famous for its landscaped gardens, occupying 19 hectares (47 acres). The castle ... read more
Portumna Castle was built before 1618 by Richard Burk (de Burgo, de Burgh), 4th Earl of Clanricarde. It became the main seat of the de Burgo family for over 200 years. ... read more
Phoenix Park, dating back to the 17th century, is a deer park, with 11 km perimeter wall enclosing 707 hectares (1,750 acres). It is said to be the largest enclosed ... read more
The Pearse Museum, set in 20 ha (50 acres) of beautiful St Enda’s Park, tells the story of Patrick Pearse and his brother William, both of whom were executed for their ... read more
Newbridge House and Farm, dating back to 1747, houses a unique collection of Irish furniture, the Cobbe Collection of Old Master portraits, landscapes and family ... read more
The National Museum of Ireland - Country Life, a branch of the National Museum of Ireland, tells the story of Irish country life between 1850 and 1950. The museum ... read more
Muckross House, Gardens are the nucleus of Killarney National Park, Ireland’s oldest National Park, including the world famous Lakes of Killarney, as well as the ... read more
Malahide Castle has been the home of the Talbot family from 1185 until 1975 when it was sold to the state. The furnished castle and grounds are open to the public. read more
Lismore Castle is 1795 the Irish residence of the Dukes of Devonshire. Today the gardens and the art gallery in the west wing are open to the public in summer. Certain ... read more
Leap Castle, dating back to the 1500's and build by the O'Carroll clan, belongs to the most haunted castles in the world. The present owners, Sean Ryan and his ... read more
King John's Castle, a 13th century castle, is one of the best preserved Norman castles in Europe. It offers today a new visitor centre with interactive exhibitions ... read more
