Malahide Castle was the home of the Talbot family from 1185 to 1973, when the last Lord Talbot died. The central Norman tower house is the oldest part of the castle. On the ground floor is an interesting Talbot Family Exhibition and interpretation area.
Tours of the upper floors are given by experienced guides and last about 45 minutes. The house is furnished with beautiful period furniture together with an extensive collection of Irish portrait paintings, mainly from the National Gallery. Highlights of the tour include the magnificent Oak Room with its dark panelling and furniture dating back to the 1600s.
Another gem is the Great Hall, built in 1495 for banquets, which contains portraits of generations of the Talbot family.
- A Dinner To Die For
History and heritageA Dinner To Die For If you’re craving a date night that breaks away from the usual clichés, A Dinner To Die For delivers a deliciously dark alternative.
- Mnásome Morning
Health and wellbeingMnásome Morning Celebrate International Women’s Day with Mnasome Morning, a restorative wellness experience at the Visitor Centre, Malahide Castle, designed to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect with yourself.
- K-Pop Camp
Family funK-Pop Camp Children are invited to hunt the beat at our exciting K-Pop Camp for kids at Malahide Castle! Inspired by the action-packed world of K-Pop: Demon Hunters, this high-energy camp is designed especially for children who love music.
- A Wicked Easter
Family funA Wicked Easter Join us at Malahide Castle and Gardens on April 3rd and 4th for a spellbinding Wicked Easter Adventure, where outdoor exploration meets theatrical magic in one unforgettable family experience.
At one time the Courtyard housed the Fry Model Railway. This has reopened in Malahide Village in the thatched building called The Casino and is well worth a visit.
