Malahide Castle was the home of the Talbot family from 1185 to 1973, when the last Lord Talbot died. The central Norman tower house is the oldest part of the castle. On the ground floor is an interesting Talbot Family Exhibition and interpretation area.
Tours of the upper floors are given by experienced guides and last about 45 minutes. The house is furnished with beautiful period furniture together with an extensive collection of Irish portrait paintings, mainly from the National Gallery. Highlights of the tour include the magnificent Oak Room with its dark panelling and furniture dating back to the 1600s.
Another gem is the Great Hall, built in 1495 for banquets, which contains portraits of generations of the Talbot family.
- Castle Tour & Whiskey Tasting
History and heritageCastle Tour & Whiskey Tasting Enjoy a fun and engaging tour of Malahide Castle followed by a very unique whiskey tasting experience. History meets heritage in a glass!
- A Traitorous Tale
AutumnA Traitorous Tale This Halloween, Malahide Castle invites you to step out of the light and into the shadows for “A Traitorous Tale” – an immersive murder mystery tour crafted especially for adults who crave intrigue, suspense, and spine-tingling thrills.
At one time the Courtyard housed the Fry Model Railway. This has reopened in Malahide Village in the thatched building called The Casino and is well worth a visit.
