Castles in Ireland
Castles in Ireland: 540 castles across 209 towns and cities — including 430 medieval castles, 6 palaces, 86 ruins. Browse the list, or narrow it down by city and type.
- 9 free to visit
- 3 house a museum
- 8 castle hotels
- 86 ruins to explore
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Common questions
How many castles are there in Ireland?
540 — each with its location on the map, what it is, and the visiting details we could confirm.
Are castles in Ireland free to visit?
9 of 540 are confirmed free to visit, and 13 are ticketed. For the rest, entry is not confirmed yet — check each listing.
Can you stay overnight in a castle in Ireland?
Yes — 8 are castle hotels, with historic rooms you can book.