Malahide Castle
Malahide
County Dublin
Republic of Ireland

Tel: +353 (0)1 846 2184

Malahide Castle is positioned on the east coast of Ireland, a short distance from Dublin, and is found amid 250 acres of grounds. The castle played host to the Talbot family for many years, beginning in 1185 through until 1975, making it one of the most historic such settings in the country. Visitors can take guided tours around the castle or even use this prestigious location for banqueting or dining.

National Transport Museum of Ireland
Heritage Depot
Howth
County Dublin
Republic of Ireland

Tel: +353 (0)1 832 0427

The National Transport Museum of Ireland has a growing collection of exhibits and began life in the late-1940s. The museum is located in Howth next to the Irish Sea and features some items that date back as far as 1883 while others are more recent contributions. Among the exhibits are military vehicles, fire and rescue vehicles, passenger transport, commercial vehicles and utility transport.

Newbridge House and Farm
Hearse Road
Donabate
County Dublin
Republic of Ireland

Tel: +353 (0)1 843 6534

Newbridge House and Farm is found in County Dublin in eastern Ireland and centres around an impressively traditional Georgian mansion. There are vast grounds that surround the house and they include meadows and parkland as well as a farm and an adventure playground; there is something fun for everyone. Further, Newbridge is home to some tea rooms and so visitors can enjoy some refreshments during their visit to this top attraction.

Pearse Museum
St. Endas Park
Grange Road
Rathfarnham
County Dublin
Republic of Ireland

Tel: +353 (0)1 493 4208

Set amid beautiful grounds in County Dublin, the Pearse Museum was once a school that Patrick Pearse ran but has since been transformed into a museum. Set approximately five miles or so from the centre of Dublin, the museum is named after its founder who was executed for the role he played in the 1916 uprising. Admission to the 18th century house is free while visitors are also able to wander around the surrounding parkland.

Rathfarnham Castle
Rathfarnham
County Dublin
Republic of Ireland

Tel: +353 (0)1 493 9462

It is thought that Rathfarnham Castle was built in 1582 and, uniquely, it has a number of secret underground tunnels beneath its buildings. Built for Archbishop Loftus initially, the castle has been handed on to several different families over time. The castle has also been used as a station for troops in times gone by, while in 1641 it even came under siege during a rebellion.