Swords Castle
Walled medieval castle courtyard in the centre of Swords with towers, chapel and plenty of space for kids to run around. Free entry all year.
About
Medieval Swords Castle sits right in the middle of Swords town, with high stone walls wrapped around a wide grassy courtyard, towers and a small restored chapel. Families usually wander through the gate, let kids run around the enclosed lawn, climb the gentle slopes by the walls and peer up at the towers and battlements. The chapel space is sometimes open for events, talks or weddings, so children get a mix of ruins and a lived-in historic space. It’s an easy add-on to a trip to Swords Main Street or the nearby shopping centre, and works well for kids who like open space more than formal museum displays. Most families spend 30–60 minutes inside before drifting into the adjoining town park.
At a Glance
About
Medieval Swords Castle sits right in the middle of Swords town, with high stone walls wrapped around a wide grassy courtyard, towers and a small restored chapel. Families usually wander through the gate, let kids run around the enclosed lawn, climb the gentle slopes by the walls and peer up at the towers and battlements. The chapel space is sometimes open for events, talks or weddings, so children get a mix of ruins and a lived-in historic space. It’s an easy add-on to a trip to Swords Main Street or the nearby shopping centre, and works well for kids who like open space more than formal museum displays. Most families spend 30–60 minutes inside before drifting into the adjoining town park.