Ross Castle

Typical example of the stronghold of an Irish Chieftain during the Middle Ages

Ross Castle is located on the edge of Lough Leane, in Killarney National Park and is considered a typical example of the stronghold of an Irish Chieftain during the Middle Ages.

Ross Castle was built in the late 15th century by local ruling clan the O'Donoghues Mor (Ross). The tower house had square bartizans on diagonally opposite corners and a thick end wall and was originally surrounded by a square bawn defended by circular flanking towers, two of which remain.

Much of the bawn was removed by the time the Barrack building was added on the south side of the castle sometime in the middle of the 18th century. The castle contains 16th and 17th century oak furniture.

Open daily 8th March - 24th October 9.30am-5.45pm. Last admission 45 minutes before closing

Adults €4; Child/Student €2; OAP/Group €3; Family €10.

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