Athenry Castle
Athenry, Co. Galway
Athenry Castle
Athenry, Co. Galway
An emblem of Norman lordship
Athenry is the most notable medieval walled town in Ireland, owing its foundation to Meiler de Bermingham who built a castle there c.1250.
The castle consists of a three-storey tower. Some of the original enclosure wall remains. The original entrance was on the first floor and reached by external wooden stairs similar to the reconstruction, giving access to the hall and reception room. Enjoy the audio-visual room and exhibition. Guided tour available on request.
Access to ground floor of castle for visitors with disabilities. Leaflets available in French & German.
For information in Irish click here
Highlights
- Transitional between Romanesque and Gothic
- Dating from the late 12th and early 13th centuries
- Parts of the original enclosure wall of the castle survive
Open
Open mid-March to early November
Daily 09:30 – 18:00
Last admission 17:15
Check website for up-to-date details
Prices
Admission Rates:
Adult: €5.00
Group/Senior: €4.00
Child/Student: €3.00
Family: €13.00
Useful Information
- AV presentation
- Parking available on-site
- Guided tours available
- Playground
- Picnic Area
- Access to ground floor of castle for visitors with disabilities
- Uneven walkways
- Toilet facilities available
Getting There
Located in the centre of Athenry Heritage Town
Map Location: 53.299996, -8.744618
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