Bunratty Castle
Bunratty Castle is located in the village of Bunratty, on the outskirts of Shannon. An official national monument of Ireland, Bunratty Castle is a popular tourist attraction. The adjoining Bunratty Folk Park, a reconstruction of a 19th century Irish village, is also a big draw for holidaymakers visiting this beautiful part of Ireland.
These outstanding attractions are just a short drive from the
Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport Hotel, on the other side of the Shannon Free Zone and Smithstown Industrial Estate.
Take a trip back in time at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Bunratty Castle is Ireland's most complete surviving medieval fortress. Dating from the 15th century, the castle was restored in 1954, so you'll get a great idea of how it would have looked in its heyday.
Castle highlights include the Bunratty Collection, which features more than 450 artefacts and pieces of furniture from the Middle Ages. You can also join the Earl of Thomond and enjoy a traditional feast, complete with entertainers, at one of the medieval banquets that regularly take place at Bunratty Castle.
Once you've enjoyed a taste of the Middle Ages at Bunratty Castle, head next door to Bunratty Folk Park to experience the sights and sounds of a 19th century Irish village. You can explore more than 30 buildings, all furnished as they would have been at the time, including a Post Office, school, shops and a pub.
Enjoy contemporary elegance at the Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport Hotel
If you're visiting Bunratty Castle, the Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport Hotel is the perfect place to stay. This modern hotel has all the amenities you need, so you can relax in style after spending the day immersed in history at the nearby Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.
Plan your trip to Bunratty Castle – book a room at the Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport Hotel.