One of Ireland's largest and best-preserved castles, built on a rocky island in the River Suir and granted to the powerful Butler family in the late 14th century. Cahir surrendered to Cromwellian forces without a fight in 1650 and later featured as a filming location for Excalibur and The Tudors.
Visiting Cahir Castle
Yes — OPW managed, daily guided tours.
"One of Ireland's largest and best-preserved castles, built on a rocky island in the River Suir and granted to the powerful Butler family in the late 14th century."
Where to stay nearby
The closest castle hotel is Lismore Castle, 26.82 km away in Lismore — Castle dating from 1170, owned by the Duke of Devonshire's family (Cavendish) since 1753, built on the site of a 12th-century fortification granted to King John.
Nearest castle hotel · 26.82 km
Lismore Castle
Lismore, Co. Waterford · luxury exclusive-use
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