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Explore our Magical & Interactive Fairy Trail

Visit the Fairy Village and discover all its secrets in the surroundings of the magical forest trail.

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Welcome to Bunratty Castle

The most complete and authentic Castle in Ireland

Visit the acclaimed 15th Century iconic Bunratty Castle - the most complete and authentic castle in Ireland.

The site on which Bunratty Castle stands was in origin a Viking trading camp in 970. The present structure is the last of four castles to be built on the site. Take a tour of this iconic fortress; hear and see how the lords and ladies of this castle lived; hear stories of battles and bravery and enjoy stunning views across the idyllic Clare countryside.

 
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Bunratty Folk Park

Set on 26 acres of unspoilt Clare countryside Bunratty Folk Park features over 30 buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural setting. Rural farmhouses, village shops and streets are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared at that time according to their social standing, from the poorest one roomed dwelling to Bunratty House a fine example of a Georgian residence built 1804 home of the Studdarts, the last family to occupy Bunratty Castle. View Bunratty Folk Park
19th Century Village Street
Magical Fairy Village
Viking Playground & Farm Animals
Estate House & Walled Garden

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April 18th - 21st Easter celebration on the double at Bunratty and Craggaunowen More than 15,000 people are expected to pass through the gates of Craggaunowen and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park this Ea... Full Story
March 16th 2025 Shamrocks and shenanigans in Bunratty this St. Patrick’s weekend Ireland’s patron saint and national holiday will be celebrated in style at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park on Sunday, 16 M... Full Story
Saturday October 26th - Monday October 28th Halloween at Bunratty: Where History meets the Haunted! ‘Monsters, Misfits and Mayhem’ will descend on Bunratty Castle & Folk Park this October Bank Holiday Weekend (October ... Full Story
02 Feb 2025 Bunratty marks the beginning of spring with Imbolc Celebration Bunratty Castle and Folk Park welcomes the arrival of spring with its annual Imbolc Celebration, a vibrant festival honour... Full Story
November 2024 Bunratty to host Ireland’s largest Christmas parade Ireland’s largest Christmas parade will roll through Bunratty on Thursday November 28th as the County Clare village is tra... Full Story
09Sep Unique collection of vintage farm machinery to be displayed at Bunratty Harvest Day Ireland’s largest private collection of vintage machinery will be on display throughout Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on S... Full Story
June 2024 Ireland's National Circus Rolls into Bunratty Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in County Clare will host ‘The Big Top’ of Ireland’s national circus this weekend. Full Story
March 2024 Easter family fun at Bunratty and Craggaunowen A comprehensive Easter programme of family-friendly activities and entertainment for all ages have been announced for Bunr... Full Story

Bunratty Collection

Finest collection of medieval furniture in the country

Bunratty Castle was in ruins in the mid 20th century and was in danger of being demolished for stone. Viscount Gort, a mediaevalist bought the castle in 1953 for a nominal sum, saving it for posterity. Encouraged by a small group of individuals, including the archaeologist John Hunt, they set about returning the castle to its former splendour.


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Plan Your Visit

Shannon International Airport is on our doorstep with scheduled services from North America, Europe & the UK on a daily basis with all the main international carriers.

When you arrive in Bunratty

Located just off the N18 between Limerick & Ennis, you can’t miss the Castle. A tourist once asked the question, why did they build the castle so close to the motorway!?

Free parking is available at the castle year-round.

Contact Reservations on 00353 (0)61 711222


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