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Dublin Castle

Dating from Norman times, the palatial Dublin Castle was originally built on the orders of King John, in 1204. The largest visible remaining fragment of the original 13th-century castle is the Record Tower. It stands beside the 19th-century gothic revival Chapel Royal. Recently uncovered excavations of Viking fortifications can be viewed at the undercroft. Admission is by guided tour only. Tours run every 20 to 30 minutes.

Address: 
Dame Street,
Dublin,
Ireland
Telephone: 
(01) 645 8813.
Website: 
www.dublincastle.ie
Opening times: 

Mon-Fri 1000-1645, Sat & Sun 1400-1645.

Admission fees: 

Yes.

Disabled access: 
Yes
Unesco: 
No

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