Swords Dublin Ireland Walking Tour Fun Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

3 iconic & historic landmarks:

(1) Swords Castle

(2) St. Colmcille's Well

(3) St. Columba's Church, Belfry & Round Tower

This is a 'must do' tour if you've an interest in Vikings, High Kings, Normans, Monks, Empires or you're simply tracing your family roots.

Get the REAL experience from a REAL Swords native.

Learn, Laugh and Sing-along to my ballad about the High King Of Ireland, Brian Ború, who was waked in Swords after his army's legendary triumph in The Battle Of Clontarf in 1014 AD.

Souvenir Pack for everyone.

Suitable for all ages.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

See St. Colmcille's Blessed Well around which the town of Swords was founded

Historian guided tour of Swords Castle

Souvenir Pack

Visit Swords Monastery Church, Round Tower & Belfry (site of Brian Ború's wake)

What To Expect

Swords Castle

Meeting point is Swords Castle, learn from a local historian about this mediaeval castle built as an Archbishop's Palace circa 1200 AD by the Anglo Normans, then it's 'walk the hallowed turf' with your cute where tour guide, O Donghaile from The Jungle, and take in the Round Tower where Brian Ború was waked after his army's triumphant victory over the Vikings in the Battle of Clontarf 1014 AD, explore the monastic settlement and see the miraculous healing well blessed by St. Colmcille around which the magical town of Swords was founded.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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Swords Dublin Ireland Walking Tour Fun Experience

Reviews

5.00

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Tour
W3015IRlizf,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am living in swords and went on this tour with my American cousin who was visiting. I learnt so much history about Swords. Tony is such a joy to listen and he is a fountain of knowledge. I would recommend this tour to locals and visitors. It is definitely value for money. Thank you for a lovely morning Tony.
Love History!
DonnaBourdeau,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tony was helpful right from the start. Even before we got there, we were able to exchange emails to discuss the details. We had a private tour which included the castle itself a beautiful church and bell tower and a lovely medieval well. If you like medieval castles and churches and stories of the people who lived during those times, you can't go wrong with this tour.
Very nice. Interesting...
Abraham L,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very nice. Interesting information about Swords' history, but also how it connects to broader Irish history.
Great host who grew up in Swords
Stan S,
Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The host was very knowledgeable and friendly, answering all our questions. Unfortunately on this particular day there had been a concert the night before on the castle grounds so we weren't allowed inside due to the cleanup, but our host tried every way possible to attempt to get us in. We really enjoyed the separate 9th century tower & church site walk, he provided a rich history for them. Also to the spring Swords is named for.
History and stories around every corner
Misty M,
Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What an interesting and fact filled visit of an under visited but beautiful town. You can't go wrong with a visit guided by a passionate local man.
Loved Dublin and hope to visit again.
JerseyKukla,
Jun 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did not do the Swords tour as walking is not easy for me. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get much information on the Swords tour before we arrived in Dublin, my fault. We took our time and enjoyed Dublin over the course of 7 days and loved it. Moxy hotel, not great. Hampton Inn, much better. Shelbourne is out of this world.
Tony is the King of Swords
Stan P,
Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great walking tour and historical perspective from Tony. So glad we went here for something just a little off the beaten path. If you are in or out of Dublin airport this is just 10 minutes away.
A fantastic walking tour of swords castle and surrounds
Joel W,
Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a fantastic tour by a very welcoming and friendly guide filled with historical information. Tony relayed a great depth of knowledge and appreciation of swords and its surrounds. The tour was well worth the price and left me with a great appreciation for the history, culture and people of swords. Highly recommended!
Swords Guided Walking Tour
Companion36086476552,
Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely delighted that we booked this with our guide Tony. He was very knowledgeable and the nicest guy to deal with. Would highly recommend. Would definitely do again. Well worth the money.Highlight of the trip was Swords Castle.
Highly recommended, great guide.
nialls357,
Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tony was an excellent guide, humorous and engaging. Definitely worthwhile especially for those unfamiliar with the Castle and its landmarks. Its a historical gem of the area so its nice to see someone take the time to walk us through the history. 100% recommended. Thanks Tony!