Malahide Castle
& Gardens

The magnificent medieval castle with a dramatic 800 year heritage. Embark on a journey through centuries of history with a guided tour of Malahide Castle, one of Ireland's most iconic landmarks.

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Guided Castle Tours

Step back in time and explore the magnificent Malahide Castle, home to the Talbot family for over 800 years. Discover opulent state rooms, exquisite art collections, and fascinating tales of the past.

Botanic Gardens

Discover a world of botanical wonders in our meticulously landscaped gardens. Stroll through vibrant flowerbeds, relax by tranquil ponds, and appreciate the beauty of nature.

Butterfly House

Immerse yourself in a tropical paradise at our stunning Butterfly House. Marvel at the vibrant colours and delicate wings of hundreds of exotic butterflies.

Fairy Trail

Unleash your inner child on our magical Fairy Trail. Wander through enchanting woodlands, discover hidden fairy houses, and let your imagination soar. Perfect for families with young children!

Castle & Gardens

A Haven of Tranquillity

Discover a Serene Oasis at Malahide

Escape the hustle & bustle and discover a serene oasis at Malahide Castle Botanic Gardens. Our meticulously landscaped grounds offer a breathtaking showcase of nature’s beauty.

Stroll through vibrant flowerbeds, wander along winding paths, and relax in peaceful corners. Discover a diverse collection of plants from around the world, including rare and exotic species.

Whether you’re a passionate gardener or simply seeking a tranquil escape, our Botanic Gardens offer a truly enchanting experience

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Butterfly House

Discover a Tropical Paradise

Ireland’s only exotic Butterfly House

Step into a world of wonder at Malahide Castle’s enchanting Butterfly House. Surrounded by lush tropical plants and the gentle flutter of colourful wings, you’ll feel transported to a distant paradise. Our Butterfly House is home to hundreds of exotic butterflies from around the world. Marvel at the delicate beauty of these captivating creatures as they flutter and dance among the vibrant flora. Learn about their life cycle and the importance of conservation.

It’s a magical experience for all ages. Capture stunning photos and create unforgettable memories.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature in a truly extraordinary way.

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Fairy Trail

Fairy Trail is an enchanting experience

spend time with all the family…

Our Fairy Trail invites you to step into a world of enchantment. Explore the magical woodlands surrounding Malahide Castle and uncover hidden fairy houses, whimsical creatures, and surprises at every turn as you wander through the forest.

Let your imagination soar as you create your own fairy tales.

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Fairy Trail

Fairy Trail is an enchanting experience

spend time with all the family…

Our Fairy Trail invites you to step into a world of enchantment. Explore the magical woodlands surrounding Malahide Castle and uncover hidden fairy houses, whimsical creatures, and sparkling surprises as you wander through the forest.

Let your imagination soar as you create your own fairy tales.

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The History

Talbot received Malahide

for his services to the crown in 1185.

From that point on, the Talbot family became intertwined with Malahide’s history and development. The earliest believed stone fortress at Malahide was an Anglo-Norman tower house. From the 12th century onwards, this stronghold was continually expanded by the Talbot family. Rooms were modified, fortifications developed and many embellishments to the interior were added until the castle took on its current form.

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How to find us

Belfast Airport

2 hr 5 min from Malahide Castle and Gardens

Dublin Airport

14 min from Malahide Castle and Gardens

Shannon Airport

2 hrs 33 min fromMalahide Castle and Gardens

Cork Airport

3 hr 6 min fromMalahide Castle and Gardens

Belfast Harbour

1 hr 50 min from Malahide Castle and Gardens

Dublin Port

23 min from Malahide Castle and Gardens

Rosslare Harbour

2 hr 7 min from Malahide Castle and Gardens

Malahide Castle and Gardens is located a 10 minute drive from Dublin Airport and a 25 minute drive from Dublin city centre. Ample free parking is available on-site, which includes 7 coach bays for group tours.

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Reviews

Ponner

Historic Castle and gardens. Our first time to visit here last Sunday and it did not disappoint. We started with a visit to the walled garden and butterfly house. A really great experience to see all the butterflies so close up. We then moved on to the castle for our pre-booked tour. Our tour guide Brendan was excellent and had a real passion for history of the building. He depth of knowledge was unbelievable and knew the answers to any questions asked. It was great to see such a historic building in such good condition. A credit to council for their upkeep. After the castle we took a walk around the beautiful gardens. Extremely well kept and very clean considering the amount of people that use them. Will definitely be returning for another visit.

FrancescaR1986

Nice castle easily accessible from Dublin I chose to visit this castle easily accessible from Dublin by DART in about 30-35 minutes. It's a good compromise for those who want to see a castle, without renting a car. The estate is located in a public park very popular with locals. In addition to the guided tour of the castle (which covers almost all the main rooms, noteworthy is the dining room), you can integrate with the fairy park (for children but allows you to take very nice photos at the back of the castle), the garden with greenhouses, including that of butterflies. It is necessary to allow at least half a day to explore it all.

Gerard B

Magical grounds This is an amazing place to spend a few hours. The grounds are impeccably kept. There is a well laid out dining area, as well as a cafe. I didn’t do the castle tour, so cannot pass comment. I did walk to the sports pavilion. This walk on a sunny day is a joy. Again there is a cafe there. There is plenty of car parking spaces. Entrance to the grounds is free. Most enjoyable day.

Donatella D

Perfect for an excursion from Dublin can be reached by train in no time Beautiful immense in a park immersed .Even the city is cute you can also take a train that takes you around the park and the city

Mario A

Bellissimo! To visit A drive from Dublin, a place to come and relax, have a picnic, play with friends. Surrounded by greenery, the castle is a must see and then take a ride in the small and pretty town

Jean-Pierre D

A great park to visit Last visit before returning to Switzerland. Visit with Guide on site. Tickets taken by the coach company , after explanation inside the castle visited the park. Lots of different species, a papillorama and souvenir shop.

Piera S

Charming castle, set in a fantastic park Malahide is a pretty village in Dublin Bay. A magnificent castle, surrounded by a very large park and cared for in every corner. Really impressive!

Cecilia

Beautiful Castle Beautiful Garden The castle and guided tour were both very interesting. The tour guided us through the history of the castle, the rooms each furnished in different time periods. The butterfly garden and gardens were beautiful and fun to explore. The food on site was also incredible.

Julie S

worth it This is worth the walk from downtown Malahide. The gardens are inspiring and lovely. The castle is worth the tour. It was rich history and makes for an excellent afternoon adventure.

Ponner

FrancescaR1986

Gerard B

Donatella D

Mario A

Jean-Pierre D

Piera S

Charming castle, set in a fantastic park Malahide is a pretty village in Dublin Bay. A magnificent castle, surrounded by a very large park and cared for in every corner. Really impressive!

Cecilia

Julie S

worth it This is worth the walk from downtown Malahide. The gardens are inspiring and lovely. The castle is worth the tour. It was rich history and makes for an excellent afternoon adventure.

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