- Although a visit to Malahide Castle is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll make your visit a bit more enjoyable.
- The last Baron De Malahide lived in the castle until his death in 1973 when the castle was inherited by his sister Rose and subsequently sold to the Irish State in 1975.
- Malahide Castle offers guided tours of the castle’s grand rooms and banqueting hall. Of particular interest are the Oak Room and the Grand Hall.
- Set on 260 acres of lush parkland in the pretty seaside town of Malahide, the castle and grounds are one of the most popular attractions in Dublin.
- The castle is a 10 minute walk from the Malahide DART station. Toots the Malahide Road Train can bring you from the station to the castle and seaside.
- As a result of this, when Oliver Cromwell took over, he drove the Talbots out of Malahide Castle and then gave the Malahide area to Miles Corbet.
- From its origins as a medieval fortress to its transformation into an elegant residence, Malahide Castle has a storied past that spans over 800 years.
- Situated: From Dublin head north on the Malahide Road (R107). After 10.5k turn right onto Back Road when you see the sign for the castle.
- Malahide Castle is a few kilometres north of Dublin: it takes about 25 minutes to drive from Dublin city centre, and there’s plenty of free parking available on site.
- Malahide Castle & Gardens is a beautiful & historic medievel castle, with a facinating story dating back to the 12th Century.