We found this castle simply by driving by from one destination to another in Ireland. We saw the signs and figured it would be a great spot to stretch our legs. We were pleasantly surprised at how many things there were to do. We expected a castle to walk through and simply get back on the road. We ended up...
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Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Limerick-Ennis Road | Co. Clare, Bunratty, Ireland
+353 61 360788
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Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Bunratty
332 Reviews
Type: Castles, Historic Sites, Amusement/ Theme Parks
Activities: Dining
Description: Bunratty Folk Park, recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Victorian Ireland.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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We did the Folk Park and then the Medieval Dinner. The park was interesting but the dinner was great! The entertainers were superb and the whole atmosphere was a treat. If we ever come back with friends we wii be sure to visit again. HINT: make sure you get the mead. I am not much of a drinker but it...
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Aurora, Colorado
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The folk park is often labeled a tourist trap but we found the tour thru the castle and the village delightful. I would do it again
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Lansdale, PA, USA
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What I most enjoyed was seeing the progression of life through the years. They did a very good job portraying the different time periods, and the folks there are very patient and knowledgeable. Bunratty Castle was also really something to see; I thoroughly enjoyed it from top to bottom!
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Omaha, Nebraska
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If you are passing through Limerick make sure to stop at the Bunratty Castle and folk park. The castle, unlike many in Ireland, is in wonderful condition. The park is adorable and really makes you feel like you are in a quaint Irish town. I highly recommend the Irish Traditional Dinner. The music and "riverdance" dancing are fantastic. The food...
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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If you are near Bunratty Co. Ireland stop by the Bunratty Castle and folk park. The folk park is quaint and the castle is amazing. There are a million stairs but once you reach the top of the castle the view is breathtaking. The little town (folk park) is nice as are the people working in the Bunratty castle town....
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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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The castle itself is interesting, but it's the folk park that makes this site really unique! We were fascinated to learn about baking traditional bread on the hearth, and we watched a man thatching a roof on one of the houses. The staff at the folk park really bring history to life! My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit....
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Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States
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We spent about 2 hours walking around the grounds, which were very well maintained & had a delightful talk with one of the docents in the castle.
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Milford, New Jersey
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We did not visit the park but instead went to the Traditional Irish Night dinner/show. This was one of our favorite parts of the trip! The food was great- especially the Irish Stew: amazing, and the mead, yum!! We loved the show as well, the music and dancing were awesome. We heard alot about the medieval banquets and not much...
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Clare
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Great entertainment and lots to see! the gardens are also beautiful!
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