Desmond Castle Tours

The solid walls of Adare Castle have helped it stay standing over generations. Enjoy the architecture of this magnificent structure from afar or see if there are any tours.

You'll find this fortified complex in Adare. Once you've done everything you can at Desmond Castle, take a look at nearby Adare Golf Club, Limerick Racecourse, and Adare Heritage Centre.

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The Lake Hotel Killarney

The Lake Hotel Killarney

4 out of 5
Castlelough
per person
Oct 15 - Oct 21
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Shannon (SNN)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
The property is in a stunning location. Rooms are nice and large. Bathroom could use a renovation. Tub/shower was awkward to use. Food was good and staff very friendly and professional

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

8 Bedroomed House Steeped in History

8 Bedroomed House Steeped in History

2 out of 5
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per person
Oct 8 - Oct 14
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Shannon (SNN)
No reviews
Beautifully Restored Soldier s Barracks to Sleep 10 People

Beautifully Restored Soldier s Barracks to Sleep 10 People

2 out of 5
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Oct 8 - Oct 14
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Shannon (SNN)
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Bunratty Castle and Folk Park showing interior views, heritage elements and a house

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

4.5/5(120 reviews)

Explore a striking castle, experience life in 19th-century Ireland, walk amid manicured gardens and enjoy a medieval banquet at this family-friendly attraction.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

St. Nicholas' Church of Ireland

You can learn about the history of Adare with a stop at St. Nicholas' Church of Ireland. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

St. Nicholas' Church of Ireland

Adare Golf Club

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Adare at Adare Golf Club. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Adare Golf Club

Adare Heritage Centre

You can browse the exhibits at Adare Heritage Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Adare. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Adare Heritage Centre

Old Trinitarian Abbey

Learn about the local history of Adare when you spend time at Old Trinitarian Abbey. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Old Trinitarian Abbey

Adare Augustinian Friary

Learn about the local history of Adare with a stop at Adare Augustinian Friary. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Adare Augustinian Friary

Best Lodging Options Near Desmond Castle

Dunraven Arms Hotel

Dunraven Arms Hotel

4 out of 5
Main Street, Adare, Limerick
Dunraven Arms Hotel
Idyllic, self catering holiday home, close to the village of Adare,. Limerick.

Idyllic, self catering holiday home, close to the village of Adare,. Limerick.

Limerick
Idyllic, self catering holiday home, close to the village of Adare,. Limerick.
Fitzgerald's Woodlands House Hotel

Fitzgerald's Woodlands House Hotel

4 out of 5
Knockanes Adare Limerick, Adare, Limerick
Fitzgerald's Woodlands House Hotel
Thatched Irish Cottage in Beautiful and Tranquil Countryside

Thatched Irish Cottage in Beautiful and Tranquil Countryside

Limerick
Thatched Irish Cottage in Beautiful and Tranquil Countryside
Old World Charm Country Cottage Near Adare

Old World Charm Country Cottage Near Adare

Limerick
Old World Charm Country Cottage Near Adare
Charming old-world country cottage, near Adare

Charming old-world country cottage, near Adare

Kildimo
Charming old-world country cottage, near Adare
Great National South Court Hotel

Great National South Court Hotel

3 out of 5
Raheen Roundabout, Limerick, Limerick
Great National South Court Hotel
The George Limerick Hotel

The George Limerick Hotel

4 out of 5
O'Connell Street, Entrance on Shannon Street, Limerick, Limerick
The George Limerick Hotel
Limerick Strand Hotel

Limerick Strand Hotel

4 out of 5
Ennis Road, Limerick, Limerick
Limerick Strand Hotel
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