Ireland is a country full of history and castles, but which are the best castles in Ireland? Take a look at our list to see our favorites, some of which you will be able to see while on one of our Ireland hiking tours.
Malahide Castle, Ireland
Malahide Castle in Dublin
Trim Castle, Ireland
Trim Castle in Meath
Ross Castle, Ireland
– Visit on our Kerry Way hiking tours
Ross Castle in Kerry
Rock of Cashel, Ireland
Rock of Cashel in Tipperary
Dunguaire Castle, Ireland
Dunguaire Castle in Galway
Parkes Castle, Ireland
Parkes Castle in Leitrim
Dunluce Castle, Ireland
– Visit on our Antrim Glens & Coastline hiking tours
Dunluce Castle in Antrim
Donegal Castle, Ireland
Donegal Castle in Donegal
Cahir Castle, Ireland
Cahir Castle in Tipperary
Birr Castle, Ireland
Birr Castle in Offaly
King John’s Castle, Ireland
King John’s Castle in Limerick
Blarney Castle, Ireland
Blarney Castle in Cork
Ashford Castle, Ireland
Ashford Castle in Mayo
Bunratty Castle, Ireland
Bunratty Castle in Clare
Kilkenny Castle, Ireland
Kilkenny Castle in Kilkenny
We hope that you enjoyed this guide to some of the best castle in Ireland. If you’re thinking about a visit to the Emerald Isle and might be interested in a Ireland hiking tour, check out our range of the best self-guided options.