Dunguaire Castle

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Attractions near Dunguaire Castle: Dunguaire Castle's Medieval Banquet Galway Atlantaquaria Salthill

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Ways to visit Dunguaire Castle

Visitors can explore the castle’s modest interior and climb to the top of the 75-foot (22-meter) tower for daytime views over Galway Bay, or purchase tickets for a twice-nightly medieval banquet, which includes a 4-course candlelit dinner complete with Celtic music, mead, and storytelling. The castle is also seen on guided day tours from Galway and Dublin that typically also visit other area attractions such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and the Aillwee Cave, as well as parts of the Wild Atlantic Way.

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Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

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$54.52 per adult

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great tour

Our guide John B was a wonderful driver and guide. The cliffs of Mother were a beautiful site! We learned so much about the region and its history from John.

kelly_o, May 2023

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great tour of western Ireland, cliffs of moher

Ayan_O, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

great bus driver for both information about the sites and safety and ability to drive bus on challenging roads. very gracious. got 75 mi uses to explore cliff of moher, lunch stop was well planned and excellent food.. the cave stop was an unexpected treat..

Great experience

Samuel_N, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

John was a great guide, your was awesome would highly recommend. The 8 hours flew by and was able to see some awesome attractions.

Great tour in a beautiful part of Ireland

noreen_k, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Had a wonderful day with Lally tours and our fantastic driver John B. John was the perfect guide, informative funny and patient. Would highly recommend this tour. We had a wonderful day

Beauty still came through the cloudy day

Tina_M, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Beautiful views. Our guide was very informative and made sure we got to see all that was on the agenda.

Cliffs of Moher

Fred_B, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

What a fantastic experience! We were able be get picked up at our hotel and taken to where the bus leaves. Our driver, John, was amazing! His knowledge of the area and Ireland as a whole made the trip more enjoyable. We were on time — he was clear with his instructions and kept the trip fun. It helped that we had great weather. The cave was neat, the cliffs were beautiful. And John is one heck of a driver on these crazy roads. We loved every moment.

Great tour!

Joseph_N, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

John B is fantastic tour guide. He knows his history, the landscape and what a driver! Highly recommend.

Lovely!

Whitney_B, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

What a lovely introduction to County Clare and magical Cliffs of Moher from John B., our knowledgeable and friendly local guide. Highly recommend this day trip from Galway as part of any visit to western Ireland!

Cliff of Moher

Carol_H, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Our tour guide John was brilliant!! Knowledgeable and timely! Such a great tour with historical insights and overall great commentary

Pleasantly Surprised

Robert_B, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Our driver John was phenomenal. The tour was great. Beautiful scenery with many great picture opportunities. Restaurant in Doolin tasty ,staff friendly and home brew lovely. Well worth the price. Easy to find tour pick up spot. Tour company quick to reply to our questions before our tour.

John B is the best!

Shannon_M, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

this was a wonderful tour with the best driver and guide, John B! I learned so much and didn’t feel very rushed at each stop. This tour is a great way to see the many wonders of the Burren in one day.

Take the tour

Tamara_D, May 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Great tour. Knowledgeable guide. Lovely day. Highly recommend this tour. John B is the best!!! The cliffs are a must see!!! Simple beautiful

Fun filled amazing adventure!

Lawrence_H, Apr 2023

Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip, Including Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Our tour guide was fantastic and did a great job sharing the rich, and tragic, history of the places we visited. Seeing firsthand the dual nature of the rugged and barren landscapes that flowed into such beautiful green pastures will leave us with many fond memories!

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Things to know before you go to Dunguaire Castle

The castle is not wheelchair accessible.
The roof terrace is small and accessible only via a narrow spiral staircase that may not be suitable for those who may get claustrophobic.
It’s best to wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
Banquet experiences must be booked in advance.

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How to get to Dunguaire Castle

Dunguaire Castle is located on the southeastern tip of Galway Bay, about half a mile (900 meters) north of the town of Kinvara. Parking is available across the street. The easiest way to get there is via guided tour, with most departing from central locations in Dublin or Galway, and some included hotel pickup and drop-off.

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When to visit Dunguaire Castle

The castle is open from April to mid-September from 10am to 4pm. Arrive early in the morning to see the castle at its quietest. Medieval banquets take place twice nightly, at 5:30pm and 8:45pm, and last about two hours and 15 minutes.

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Tips for Photographing Dunguaire Castle

Dunguaire is often touted as the most photographed castle in Ireland. With its fabulous setting on the edge of Galway Bay, it’s not hard to see why so many have pointed their lenses in its direction. To get the perfect shot, check out the Galway Bay tide times in advance and schedule your visit for when the tide is in so you can capture the castle’s reflection in the water below.

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