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Breakfast With Santa

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Join Santa, his elves, and festive characters for a magical breakfast at Bunratty Castle. Enjoy fluffy pancakes, chocolate sauce, and strawberries, while singing along with Santa and the Bunratty Entertainers.

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Christmas at the Castle Dinner & Show

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Create unforgettable memories with friends and family at the enchanting Bunratty Castle. Immerse yourselves in the magic as you indulge in a delectable four-course feast, serenaded by the world-renowned Bunratty Castle singers.

Bunratty Festive Walkabout

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26 acres of magic and wonder await on a Festive Walk About at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Explore our winter wonderland with twinkling fairy lights, friendly elves, indoor and outdoor installations, Tunnel of Lights, Bunratty Polar Express and all your favourite festive characters!

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Christmas Experience at Bunratty!

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The Christmas Experience at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is one of Ireland’s most loved and sought after Christmas events and this year is set to be the biggest and best yet, a festive celebration to remember in this magical setting

Hop onboard the Polar Express

Step into a world of enchantment as you board the Polar Express at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. This festive train journey takes you through a winter wonderland of twinkling lights, festive decorations, and enchanting scenes.

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Winter Medieval Madness Sale!

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Dive into the medieval magic with up to 20% off Bunratty Medieval Banquets during our epic sale - valid for selected dates in January and February 2025 only.

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

News & Events

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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
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
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
March 2024 Bunratty Goes Green for St. Patrick's Day Bunratty Castle will be lit up in green throughout the St. Patrick’s Bank Holiday Weekend as part of a comprehensive progr... Full Story
August 2024 Bunratty to host Ireland’s first showcase of indigenous breeds as part of Heritage Week Ireland’s first celebration of indigenous animal breeds will take place at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on August 18th as... 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
January 2024 Bunratty Celebrates Ancient Pagan Festival Of Imbolc Imbolc, the ancient pagan festival marking the beginning of spring, will be celebrated at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on... Full Story


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.

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