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Malahide Castle and Gardens
An outdoor historic-house-gardens in Malahide
Today: light drizzle · 15°C
A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
Wet weather
A rainy-day pick
Setting
Outdoor
Entry
Moderate
Who for
Toddler-friendly · Ages 2–18+

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Malahide Castle and Gardens is on 250 acres of parkland in the pretty seaside town of Malahide in County Dublin. It was both a fortress and a private home for nearly 800 years and has an interesting mix of architectural styles.

What parents should know
Malahide Castle and Gardens is on 250 acres of parkland in the pretty seaside town of Malahide in County Dublin.
Location and map
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Opening hours
Monday9:30am – 5:30pm
Tuesday9:30am – 5:30pm
Wednesday9:30am – 5:30pm
Thursday9:30am – 5:30pm
Friday9:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday9:30am – 5:30pm
Sunday9:30am – 5:30pm
Open daily except 24-26 December. Various attractions (Castle, Fairy Trail, Butterfly House, Walled Garden) have varying last entry times (4:30 PM in summer, 3:00-3:30 PM in winter).
Seasonal details
Closures: Christmas Eve (12-24), Christmas Day (12-25), Boxing Day (12-26)
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