Swords near Dublin Airport Ireland Walking Tour Fun Experience
Overview
Available languages
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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, Genealogy or you're just curious about which Hollywood Superstar's ancestors are buried here in the quaint village of Swords.
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... and an extra something sure to please any kids who tag along.
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 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.
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)
Options
Swords Dublin Ireland Walking Tour Fun Experience
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What a great experience....
Allen B,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience. Tony was a great local guide that took us through Swords Castle and surrounding area. He was even nice enough to suggest areas to visit and which local restaurants to dine in. Definitely recommend!
Swords walking tour
W3015IRlizf,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.002nd time doing this tour of Swords with family from abroad. Once again loved it. Tony the tour guide is a great character and has so much knowledge.
Best Value for money
NorthStar51534433575,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have been a frekvent visitor to Swords over the years. This time a family member recommend this tour. We were 4 adults and two children 14 and 11. Children were free, adults 10 euro. The tour guide met us at "The old schoolhouse* It was a great experience. The guide was a mine of knowledge, very friendly and witty. I never knew that Swords had such history and well preserved ruins.
Great tour
Venture08120962120,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good day out seeing the history that swords has to offer
Great Tour
W3015IRlizf,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I 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
5.00Tony 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
5.00Very 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
5.00The 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
5.00What 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
5.00We 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.
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