Cahir Castle
Caisleán na Cathrach
A 13th–15th century castle on a rocky island in the River Suir, remarkably well preserved and used as a filming location for several films.
Cahir Castle was built on a rocky island in the river and is one of Ireland's largest and best-preserved medieval castles. It still has its curtain walls, towers, keep and defensive iron portcullis. Films and TV series such as Excalibur and The Tudors were shot here. It is managed by the OPW, with entry costing a few euros, and you can climb the tower for views over the town. A walk of about 2 km along the river from outside the castle brings you to the Regency-era Swiss Cottage. It is about 65 km from Kilkenny and is usually combined with the Rock of Cashel as a day trip.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:30–17:30 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Rock of Cashel
- Holy Cross Abbey
- Kells Priory
- Black Abbey
- St Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
- Rothe House & Garden
- Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny
- Medieval Mile