Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

Bunratty Castle welcomes our US Visitors - Let's make memories.

Nestled in the heart of Ireland's Wld Atlantic Way stands one of Ireland's most iconic fortresses - Bunratty Castle. Bunratty Castle & Folk Park in County Clare offers a window into Ireland’s medieval and early 20th century past. 

Wander along an old-fashioned Irish village street, and meet a host of colourful village characters, eager to tell a tale, teach Gaelic language or play a tune or two.

Come night fall visitors can experience another side of Irish culture, our talent for music, dance and song at our the world famous Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquets

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World Famous Bunratty Banquet

Enjoy beautiful medieval music as you sip your glass of mead.

Over 3 million people have experienced this unique medieval banquet since it's inception. Enjoy a four course meal in the Great Hall of this historic castle and be entertained by the world famous Bunratty Castle Singers.

Join the Earl of Thomond for a glorious banquet at this majestic 15th century Bunratty Castle. The Earl’s Butler welcomes guests from the four corners of the world toasting an era of great Irish taste with excellent food, fine wine and honey mead.

“What an incredible experience this was! Being in this amazing space, being entertained all evening by the actors, the talented musicians and the outstanding singers.” Houlihan 2, Melbourne, Australia

“For a wonderful craic, don't miss Bunratty Castle's Medieval Banquet. It is an absolutely amazing night filled with music, laughter and cheer!”
 Sharon C Stradbally, Ireland 


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Ireland's most iconic castle

Visit the acclaimed 15th 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 Castle

Prepare to experience village life in 19th century Ireland!

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.


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How to get here

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is located in the idyllic village of Bunratty, Co Clare.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is located just off the N18 motorway, 20 minutes from Limerick City, 20 minutes from Ennis and 1 hour from Galway City.

The castle is just a short  ten-minute drive away from Shannon Airport. The airport offers scheduled services from North America, Europe, and the UK daily through all the major international carriers. For flight information, please visit www.shannonairport.ie.

We can also reached by public transport from all major Irish cities. Check out www.buseireann.ie and Dublin Coach for more details.


 
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