There are no modern shops, cafes, tourist traps, or paid tours at it's base, which is exactly why it was one of my favorites. There is no admission price and it certainly wasn't crowded. Just you and an amazing 360 degree view, surrounded by history. I'm not a huge proponent of rebuilding a ruin into a re-creation and furnishing it.... More

Would be very helpful to have more tourist information, but a very enjoyable day out More

not much left of this castle but it is a well kept area we visited here as children while on holidays in region it hasnt changed More

An imposing and historic site that could do with more tourist information for interested visitors. Incredible views from the top, great sense of history. More

This is a wonderful old ruin to visit. You can imagine what it was like in its days of glory and what the people were like. At the top there is a wonderful view all across the countryside, A must see. More

if you touch the stones and close your eyes, you can feel the magic :). to bad that is almost forgot about someone who can mentein in a good condition. More

This place is wonderful. It is a ruin with historical connections going back to the O'Moore chieftains of Laois and to Cromwell. There is even a 'giant's footstep' if you can find it. The views over the landscape of the Midlands of Ireland are simply spectacular. My family and I have visited on many occasions and will go back again. More

Good for people who love to explore and full of history. Quite steep approach so not for faint hearted More

Cromwell destroyed this original castle and now all we have is this monument. The site is still there along with the ruins. Great view of all the surrounding county. More