Heritage Ireland

This Castle may be considered a typical example of the stronghold of an Irish Chieftain during the Middle Ages. The date of its foundation is uncertain but it was probably built in the late 15th century by one of the ODonoghue Ross chieftains. It is surrounded by a fortified bawn, its curtain walls defended by circular flanking towers, two of which remain. Much of the bawn was removed by the time the Barrack building was added on the south side of the castle sometime in the middle of the 18th century. The castle contains 16th and 17th century oak furniture. Access for people with disabilities to the ground floor only by prior arrangement.
Please note that this site is a very busy site and visitors may experience a delay during the summer months.
See Also Muckross House and Gardens, Muckross Traditional Farms, Killarney National Park and Muckross Friary.

Location: 2km from Killarney, off N71 (Kenmare Road).

Guided Tours:
Scheduled tours. Access by guided tour only.
Videos/cameras are not permitted on tour.
Maximum number: 15
Duration: 40 minutes
Please note site is very restricted and can only accommodate groups of 15. All tours groups must pre-book.

Leaflet/Guide Booklet: English, Irish, French, German, Italian.

Photography/Video allowed: No (while on tour).