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Historic Castles Tour: Ireland's Iconic Sites
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Molly Malone Statue
Embark on a day trip from Dublin to Blarney Castle and explore the stunning Irish countryside. Discover the legendary Blarney Stone, visit the medieval Cahir Castle, and uncover the rich history of the Rock of Cashel.
Embark on a day trip from Dublin to Blarney Castle and explore the stunning Irish countryside. Discover the legendary Blarney Stone, visit the medieval Cahir Castle, and uncover the rich history of the Rock of Cashel.
Duration:
13 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Molly Malone Statue - Gather in front of the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street to kick off an exciting day tour through Ireland’s southern landscapes. Meet the enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide along with fellow travelers before setting off!
PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE SCHEDULED TIME - Rock of Cashel -…
- Molly Malone Statue - Gather in front of the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street to kick off an exciting day tour through Ireland’s southern landscapes. Meet the enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide along with fellow travelers before setting off!
PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE SCHEDULED TIME
- Rock of Cashel - Discover the iconic Rock of Cashel, a true emblem of Ireland’s rich history. Explore its remarkable collection of medieval structures, including a high cross, round tower, Gothic cathedral, abbey, Romanesque chapel, and a 15th-century tower house.
- Blarney Castle & Gardens - Visit Blarney Castle, a national treasure of Ireland! Marvel at its 600-year-old towers and kiss the legendary Stone of Eloquence. Wander through captivating gardens featuring magical waterfalls and ancient ferns. This enchanting and historically rich site promises an unforgettable experience. Enjoy a variety of dining options within Blarney Castle.
- Cahir Castle - Our final stop of the day is Cahir Castle in County Tipperary. Situated on a rocky island in the River Suir, Cahir Castle is one of Ireland’s largest and best-preserved castles. Built by the Butler family in the 13th century, this historic castle has witnessed numerous legendary sieges and battles. Its well-preserved defensive architecture offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval ingenuity. Engage in guided tours and audiovisual presentations to delve into its captivating history.
- Molly Malone Statue - Conclude the day back in Dublin, reflecting on all the exciting highlights of the tour!
What's Included
- Expert Driver guide
- USB port and Wifi in some buses
- Luxury Fleet: modern float with air-conditioned vehicle
- All Admission Fees Paid: Includes Blarney Castle & Gardens, the Rock of Cashel, and Cahir Castle
- Skip-the-Line Benefits: Our guides handle all the ticketing so you walk straight into historic sites
- Expert Driver guide
- USB port and Wifi in some buses
- Luxury Fleet: modern float with air-conditioned vehicle
- All Admission Fees Paid: Includes Blarney Castle & Gardens, the Rock of Cashel, and Cahir Castle
- Skip-the-Line Benefits: Our guides handle all the ticketing so you walk straight into historic sites
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
3 Historic Castles Day Trip (Entries Included)
Embark on a day trip from Dublin filled with legends and medieval marvels. This “Triple Castle” tour takes you to Ireland’s most renowned sites with all entry fees covered—no extra charges!
The Rock of Cashel: Discover this breathtaking hilltop stronghold. Stroll through the Gothic cathedral, the…
3 Historic Castles Day Trip (Entries Included)
Embark on a day trip from Dublin filled with legends and medieval marvels. This “Triple Castle” tour takes you to Ireland’s most renowned sites with all entry fees covered—no extra charges!
The Rock of Cashel: Discover this breathtaking hilltop stronghold. Stroll through the Gothic cathedral, the Romanesque chapel, and the ancient Round Tower that epitomizes Ireland’s medieval skyline.
Blarney Castle & Gardens: Feel the enchantment of the world-famous Blarney Stone. Ascend the tower to “acquire the gift of eloquence,” then wander through the mystical Rock Close and magical gardens.
Cahir Castle: Enter a real-life Hollywood set! Explore this award-winning fortress, a key filming location for A24’s The Green Knight and Ridley Scott’s The Last Duel featuring Matt Damon.
With luxurious transport and expert storytelling, all logistics are managed so you can fully engage with Ireland’s epic history. Reserve your spot now for the ultimate Irish castle adventure!
- Infants are welcome, provided that customers bring their own safety seats
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- The tour involves cross-country driving, taking up a noticeable portion of the trip. Please be prepared for a long day.
- The bus journey to the Rock of Cashel lasts around 2.5 hours. Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities.
- There are steep steps at Blarney Castle, this part of the tour may not be suitable for people with limited mobility.
Location
Molly Malone Statue
Suffolk Street
*PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MIN BEFORE THE APPOINTED TIME*
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Colleen_p
Mar 18, 2026
Great tour - Johnathan was a great guide. Told stories. Sang sings but also gave us quiet time.
For Castle Cahir we had it all to ourselves!
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Stefanielo412ub
Mar 13, 2026
Best tour - Best tour it is a must. The three castles are all unique and amazing.
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H4406hcjoannel
Mar 2, 2026
Incredible Irish day Tour with Tommy! - Got a friendly greeting on arrival, at 6.30 AM, which was a fabulous start to the day and set the tone !
Tommy was absolutely amazing, both as a driver and wealth of information. His commentary was a mix of humour and historic facts. He pointed out many things of significance as we travelled to all of our destinations.
First stop was 'The Rock of Cashel'. A truly beautiful place, with fantastic mountain back drops. We were left to walk around here. But Tommy told us a fair bit about the place and directed us to watch a video commentary.
Next stop was 'Cahir Castle', again he pointed out places with local tales to tell. This tour was guided and then we had a bit of free time to explore on our own.
Our final trip was to 'Blarney Castle & Gardens'. We had the most time to hang out here, and I can see why it's done this way. The grounds and gardens are incredibly stunning, and the Castle was impressive too. We were lucky to be here out of season, while it's quiet, so climbing to the top and kissing the stone required no queuing at all. I could happily spend a whole day here in the gardens!
Tommy got us back on time, played some good Irish tunes and had us all laughing. I feel like I saw an extensive amount of Ireland today with little effort, in comfort. Any company can take you on a guided tour, but its characters like Tommy Flood that make the day more memorable and wanting you to use a company again.
THANKYOU IRISH DAY TOURS & TOMMY
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Karinneh_a
Feb 17, 2026
Get your Blarney on! - Excellent tour operator and experience . Highly recommend it for those wanting a quick overview /visit to the highlights . Guide was really nice and informative. I didn't wait the hour long line to kiss the stone - instead, check out the gardens/property and the cave underneath the castle.
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Alanandrewjerome_h
Jan 25, 2026
Romancing The he Stone - Another litem crossed off my "life goals" list.
Now that I have Romanced the Stone I have the Gift of Gab and can anywhere. Yes the steps are steep and the wait is pretty ng - but the best things in life are working h waiting for.
I paid for my photo at the stone but it wasn't very flattering. Make sure you get a buddy to snap your photo. (The unflatteriness is probably more on "me" than the photog.)
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Jennifer_m
Dec 26, 2025
Had a great time seeing... - Had a great time seeing the castles. I am afraid of heights so didn't kiss the stone, but my son did. Interesting herb garden outside the castle
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Helen_t
Mar 13, 2026
A long day but enjoyable - The coach was a little bit late leaving in the morning but the driver explained why. The driver provided a small amount of history as we drove out of Dublin. All the stops and itinerary was clearly explained at the start. The first stop was at a service station about and hour and a half into the journey. The stop at the Rock of Cashel was interesting, but quiet as it was February. We then travelled to Blarney castle which was very quiet due to the time of year. I wouldn’t have wanted to queue on the small, uneven stone steps on the way up to the top of the castle. It’s very steep, slippery and gets very cramped. I am not super fit, and not keen on heights but I managed to get to the top (with a brief stop on the way). My daughter kissed the stone. I didn’t as it was wet and cold and it’s a long way down and you have to lean backwards over a large gap to kiss the stone. The gardens are probably beautiful in the summer. We went to the pub in Blarney for lunch. The menu was limited and quite pricey but the staff were friendly and the pub busy. My food wasn’t that nice ( I had the Irish stew). It was too salty for my taste. On the way back we stopped at Cahir Castle which was the most interesting part of the day for me. Jenny gave us a fascinating 30 minute tour which we all enjoyed. There is a toilet here and a few shops over the road for coffees and snacks. But beware - the journey back to Dublin after this stop is over 2 hours so bear that in mind.
Overall it’s about a 12 hour day. You can be as active as you want. The main challenge is all those steps up to the top of Blarney castle. There is plenty of time on the bus to relax and sleep off the early start.
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Morgan_j
Dec 30, 2025
Had a great time! Philip... - Had a great time! Philip was very informative and fun. Wish we would’ve been told ahead of time that Cahir Castle was closed.
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Andrea_g
Jan 2, 2026
Beware - Traveler BEWARE! I canceled this tour within the allowed time frame, but was charged anyway. By the time I received the payment confirmation it was outside the refund period. I disputed with my credit card company, but Viator blamed me and charged me anyway.
Viator is just an online marketplace, they dont run the tours. Book through the independent tour companies - usually local businesses, and avoid them at all costs.
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Kathleen_p
Dec 27, 2025
I was unable to... - I was unable to participate due to loss of passport. I arrived realizing I left my passport in the taxi. I was told I could get a refund. I haven't received it
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