Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

Clare

The finest ‘tower house’ in Ireland, Bunratty is furnished with mediaeval and renaissance works of art. The surrounding folk park recreates the rural 19th century.

Bunratty folk park recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Ireland. Visitors can for example view farmhouses of various economic backgrounds, a watermill, church and village street.

Enjoy traditional Irish nights of song and dance.

Bunratty Castle was built in 1425 by the MacNamara Clan and then passed to the O'Briens who were Earls of Thomond. The Castle is furnished with mainly 15th and 16th century furnishings and tapestries. Medieval Banquets are held in the Castle year round (reservations necessary).


Bunratty folk park recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Ireland. Visitors can for example view farmhouses of various economic backgrounds, a watermill, church and village street.

The Traditional Irish Night celebrating the best traditions in Irish music, song & dance, is held in the Corn Barn at Bunratty Folk Park (April-Oct., reservations necessary). The walled garden at 19th century Bunratty House and Bunratty Folk Park vernacular gardens have been restored to a very high standard.

Situated just off the N18 Limerick/Ennis Road.

2011 times not confirmed when going to print (times below are 2010). Please refer to website or call central reservations for up to date times.

Day Visitor Times: Year round: 09.00-17.30. Last admission 16.15.
Last admission to castle is 16.00 year round.
Closed 24, 25 & 26 Dec.
Opening times may be subject to change.

Medieval Banquets operate year round, twice nightly at 17.30 & 20.45
(reservations necessary).

Bunratty Folk Park Traditional Irish Night – April-Oct at 19.00 (reservations necessary).

Day Visitor Rates: Adults €15.00; Children €9.00; Student €10.00; OAP's €9.45.
Special group rates and family tickets available.

Toilets, Parking, Shop, Guided Tours of Castle, Tea Room, Limited Wheelchair Access.

Central Reservations,
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park,
Bunratty,
Co. Clare

Tel: +353 61 360788
Fax: +353 61 361020