Dublin Castle
Dublin Castle is one of Ireland’s top visitor attractions. It’s hard to read a Dublin guide without seeing it mentioned and lucky for you, situated just off Dame Street, the castle is a short 10-minute walk from The Fleet.
Dublin Castle was constructed on elevated ground, which was once occupied by an earlier Viking settlement. From 1204 until 1922, Dublin Castle served principally as a residence for the British monarch’s Irish representative. In 1604, a major fire broke out, causing severe damage to much of the building. The seventeenth and eighteenth centuries were spent rebuilding the Castle into a beautiful Georgian palace. Today, the castle spans 11 acres and consists of 2 museums, 2 cafés, an international conference centre, 2 gardens, Government Buildings, and the State Apartments.
