Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Overview
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Bunratty Castle & Folk Park is undoubtedly one of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks. From the elegance & attention to detail carefully restored within the castle walls to the charm & authenticity of the village street & farmhouses, it is easy to see why visitors are blown away by this iconic attraction.
The village characters & musicians bring the attraction to life as they mimic what life would have been like back in the early 1900’s while the park’s adorable animals include numerous breeds including Irish Wolfhounds, Irish red deer, Connemara ponies & more.
Explore the charming farmhouses and stunning regency walled garden, where various breeds of heritage plants thrive & grow.
Full of imagination, magic & fun, the interactive Fairy Trail is the perfect way to spend afternoon whether you're 2 or 102! Magical in every sense of the word, wander through enchanted woods, walled garden & woodland trails.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces. The folk park is wheelchair accessible but the castle is not.
Subject to additional charges on dates that special events are running
Please be aware that the castle closes daily at 4pm to prepare for the Medieval Banquets
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Live entertainment
All activities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Entry to Santa in the folk park in the Christmas season
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Show your ticket at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and head inside. Browse the castle, a restored 15th-century tower house. Walk around at leisure or join a castle tour for a deeper insight into the building. Admire the furnishings, tapestries, and artworks. Afterward, stroll around the folk park, an enchanting recreation of a 19th-century Irish village, with reconstructed farmhouses, cottages, and shops set around a village street. See the school, doctor’s house, grocery, drapery, printers and other shops, all furnished as they would have been at the time, meet the costumed animators who bring the village to life, and visit the pub, which serves food and drinks (own expense).Take a stroll in the Regency Walled Garden, explore our magical fairy trail and meet a host of adorable native Irish animals. Finish your visit by browsing the gift and craft store or relaxing in the traditional tea rooms. Your experience concludes when you leave the complex.
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Skip the Line: Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Admission Ticket
Reviews
190 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice time for family or friends.
Michael S,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a lot of fun. We loved seeing all the historic buildings and the castle, and the shops were a lot of fun!
Great experience, once we...
Dennis M,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great experience, once we got there from the cruise ship in Foynes, but was very difficult to arrange transportation.
Worth the visit
Lindy T,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Loved the immersive experience here! Though I do think the Irish wolfhounds were my adorable (if smelly) favorites and the goat kids out front were quite precious. Next time would love to do the banquet and explore more!
Beautiful!
Julie T,
Apr 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful castle and grounds. Larger than expected, wish we'd allotted more time. The dinner banquet is also a great time.
Fun experience for the kids
Monica S,
Apr 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00I am Not sure if the skip the line option is any advantage. I didn’t see a difference. Fun experience, kids had fun
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