Bunratty Castle is the last remaining castle on this site which began as a Viking trading camp in 970. Built in 1425 and restored in 1954, the castle is furnished with art and tapestries from the 15th ...

The rugged landscape of Game of Thrones, which is filmed in Ireland, inspired us to round up our favorite Irish castles. The show has brought a new tourism industry to the country, which now includes ...

Have you ever dreamed of being hosted by royalty in an actual ancestral castle? Or perhaps you prefer dwelling in an ancient stone tower house of your very own, like Rapunzel? Do you fantasize about ...

Built in 1425, the restored castle is the most complete and authentic medieval castle in Ireland. Within its grounds is Bunratty Folk Park where 19th century Irish village life-style, traditions and ...

Banquets, candlelight, turrets, and princesses — castles are the epitome of romance and fairytales. But they can also mean draughty rooms, leaky roofs, inadequate heating, and endless costly ...

Sopwell Hall Estate in the southern county of Tipperary is a prime example of Irish Georgian-era architecture, now renovated and restored. The 18th-century house is attributed to notable Irish ...

Ireland is known for its lush green countryside, "forty shades of green", friendly people, and of course, ancient history reaching back 8,000 years. There's little wonder there are so many castles and ...

Inspired by popular historical drama series and social media, a growing travel trend encourages travelers heading to Europe to enjoy a different accommodation style than a hotel or private cottage: ...

During the summer, I had occasion to travel to Portumna to collect some boating equipment with a family member. Our business done, I suggested that we should call into Portumna Castle. It would be my ...