Dunguaire Castle Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Dunguaire Castle. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway

• Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave, and Dunguaire Castle Tour

• Cliffs of Moher and the Burren Tour from Galway

• Private Day Trip to the Cliffs of Moher from Dublin

• Luxury Private Day Tour to the Cliffs of Moher

While Dunguaire Castle used to host tours and medieval-style banquets, it has been closed to the public since 2022. However, the picturesque medieval castle remains a popular photo stop on tours of Galway Bay, and full-day tours from Galway, including the Cliffs of Moher and Aillwee Cave, start at US$60.

Dunguaire Castle is located just east of Kinvarra village along the coast of Galway Bay. There’s no public transportation to the castle, so you’ll need your own vehicle or to join a tour. From Galway, head south along the N67, about a 30-minute drive —there’s free parking opposite the castle.

It’s no longer possible to visit the castle interiors, but you can visit the castle grounds and explore the scenic coastline at any time. For the best views and photo opportunities, time your visit for sunset—the castle sits right on the seafront and affords magnificent views across Galway Bay.

Yes, Dunguaire Castle is a popular destination for a day trip from Galway, just a 30-minute drive away, as well as from Dublin, about a 2.5-hour drive. Full-day tours usually combine a photo stop at the castle with nearby attractions such as the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren.

Yes, Dunguaire Castle sits on the south shore of Galway Bay, within a short drive of the region’s two most-visited natural attractions, the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher. You can also explore Aillwee Cave, cruise to the Aran Islands, and visit Galway, known for its traditional Irish folk music.