Off the Beaten Path - Dublin, Ireland

I spent 2 weeks in Ireland and didn't hear about these places. Now they have me dying to go back!

Malahide Castle & Gardens

How far back can you catalog your family tree? Well at  Malahide Castle and Gardens the history of the Talbot family dates back to as far as 1175 and is one of the oldest castles in Ireland, set on 260 acres, this magnificent and historic castle was home to the Talbot family for over 800 years.

Malahide Castle has a long and rich history and played a central role in Medieval Irish history. The oldest parts of the castle date back to the 12th century.  The building was notably enlarged in the reign of Edward IV, and the towers added circa 1600-1650. The estate survived such losses as the Battle of the Boyne and the Penal Laws. 

During the Halloween season you might want to check out The Masquerade Mystery at Malahide Castle.  This spooky extravaganza takes place from Friday October 28th – 31st. Daily tours from 10:30 am until 3:30 pm. Don’t forget to dress up and you could be the chosen one! Face painting in the Castle! Magic Shows in the Visitor Center! Places are limited so please book in advance.  

Glendalough

For thousands of years people have been drawn to “the valley of the two lakes” for its spectacular scenery, rich history, archeology and abundant wildlife. Glendalough is a remarkable place that will still your mind, inspire your heart and fill your soul. The Glendalough Valley is located in the Wicklow Mountains National Park and has many attractions to entice, entertain and enthrall visitors, from its world famous Monastic Site with Round Tower to its scenic lakes and valleys, as well as a selection of walks and trails in the area including The Wicklow Way. 1 hour 25 minutes from Dublin

The Hell Fire Club

One of the most terrifying places on Earth! Perfect for a Halloween trip to Ireland. Perched high on a mountain-top overlooking the city of Dublin, The Hellfire Club is a place of Evil, of Terror and of Death. Built in the Eighteenth century on the site of a sacred Stone Age tomb, The Hellfire Club was constructed in a spirit of blasphemy and sacrilege. The young men who built it said it was a hunting lodge, it was anything but. It’s real purpose – the worship of The Devil!

Cursed from the very beginning, the aristocratic members of The Hellfire Club used this place as a headquarters for sex, drinking, and murder!

This lonely hilltop is said to be haunted by many, many ghosts. You might just hear the screams of a woman who was rolled down the hill to her death – in a burning barrel! Local people avoid the area after dark. Dogs whimper and turn away as they reach the summit. The few who are brave enough to go inside frequently report the smell of Brimstone – unsurprising given that Satan himself has been known to pay a visit!

If these places have piqued your interest, Let us help you plan the perfect vacation to Ireland. 

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