Bunratty Castle & Folk Park | Family Attractions Clare | Castles Ireland

Hop aboard the Bunratty Express!

Hop on board the Bunratty Express and enjoy a magical train ride through the woodland wonderland that is Bunratty Folk Park.

Pass our enchanting fairy forest, the folk park paddocks home to Irish Red Deer, wave hello to many of our friendly folk park animals, marvel at the stunning Georgian architecture of Bunratty House, the beautifully reconstructed Ardcroney Church and many more delightful sights in between.

Operational April - September

Collection Point

Schedule & Sights

The Bunratty Express Train runs daily from April 1st 10am to 4.30pm, every 10 minutes.
Collection point is behind Macs Pub located at the top of the Village Street.

Ideal for visitors with limited time available to explore the park, highlights include:
- Bunratty Fairy Forest
- Irish Red Deer Paddock
- Bunratty House
- Bunratty Regency Walled Garden
- North Clare Farmhouse
- Ardcroney Church
- Horizontal Mill
- Vertical Mill

Train rides are included in your general admission ticket - No additional charge applies