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Desmond Castle, Holy Trinity Abbey Church, Multi-day Tours, Historic Sites. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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- fromper group (up to 5)RM 4,063
Multi-day Toursfromper adultRM 7,361
Multi-day Toursfromper adultRM 2,386
Rail Toursfromper adultRM 10,516
Private Sightseeing Toursfromper group (up to 15)RM 1,195- fromper adultRM 3,065
- fromper group (up to 3)RM 3,968
- fromper group (up to 4)RM 3,581
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RM 2,386per group (up to 4)RM 2,147 
Historical Toursfromper adultRM 1,860
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- Patricia C4 contributionsBeen to Adare several times but never visited inside the castle. Tour guide was fantastic (apologies can’t remember his name) really knowledgeable and very engaging, with superb facts and great sense of humour. Absolutely fantastic tour loved the castle so magical and well preserved. Even engaged my 16yr old who said it was one of the best places he’d visited.Written 10 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Extremely normal personHouston, TX69 contributionsWhile just taking in Adare and walking around, I came to Holy Trinity Abbey Church, and so I popped in with my family. This is a beautiful, well kept church. It is not a church that will knock you off your feet (as some do), but its weighty arches, fine vaulting (in places-- some of the arches are just stonework), lovely glass windows, and sense of weighty perspective distinguish it. The whole place has a solemn, joyful atmosphere. We did not attend Mass at this church and so cannot describe the service at all, but this church is certainly worth a quick visit if you are in the area.Written 25 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SkibumladyCharlotte, NC2,113 contributionsWe made a quick stop at this historic church along the way from Limerick to Killarney. Spent about an hour here, self-guided tour (no pamphlets or attendants present).
ABBEY: Formerly known as the "Black Abbey", church was an Augustinian Friary built in 1316. It is now St. Nicholas' Church and St. Nicholas' National School. We were able to see all of the site except the school which was in session. Some original buildings remain, including is a portion of the current church; the cloisters, walkways that formed the center of the monastic buildings; and the refectory, or hall where the monks ate. Walked through ancient walkways where the Franciscan monks used to work. Saw where they cooked (large brick ovens, no longer used).
Monastery continued for about 200 years after founding. Then, in the 1530's, Henry VIII of England destroyed monasteries in both England, Ireland, and Wales, and the Augustinian Abbey was dissolved. Monks were driven out sometime between 1567 and 1585.
The church then sat in ruins for more than 200 years. Congregation worshiped in other places during this time. Restoration of the Abbey took place through the early 1800's.
CHURCH: The congregation of St. Nicholas Church is celebrated its 700th anniversary in 2015. Note the very large image on wall - Ten Commandments, creeds, prayers, etc. Wooden ceiling and stitched kneeling pads with each pew (wide variety of designs with Biblical themes). Large baptismal font, memorials on walls, and stained glass (intricate and colorful).Written 29 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Leen HBelgium6 contributionsThe ruin is set on a golf course and once you announced yourself in the club house you are allowed to enter. Do not forget to announce yourself. The golfers are friendly but they will advise you where to go as to not be hit. I was there on one of the busiest days of the year and let me tell you, I raced to the abbey! A very nice view though and within the well maintained park it's a beauty.Written 15 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- saul gTel Aviv, Israel1,221 contributionsA beautiful town park, very green and nicely maintained, located opposite The Trinitarian Abbey and Adare Heritage Center.
If weather permits - it is great to take a few minutes calm break here.(don't miss the lovely "washing pool").Written 27 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RHtravelsRocky Hill, CT862 contributionsWe needed to stretch our legs a bit, taking a break on our drive to Dingle, and this was a cute little town. We parked at the Heritage center and asked for information on best places to walk and they directed us to this nice walk along the water, with a view of the bridge and Desmond Castle. We did not have time to visit the castle but plan to return on our next visit. It was an easy walk with beautiful flowers and swans along the way and just what we needed for a nice break from driving.Written 29 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TravelingBum10United States7,153 contributionsStopped here for some lunch. The golf club is gorgeous. There’s a castle in the middle of. Their cafe has good options for food. I had the ham and cheese toasty. It was deliciousWritten 13 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lucyboo87Miltown Malbay, Ireland1,396 contributionsA lovely market in the heart of Adare with local arts, crafts and produce. Home baking too. Friendly people and good array of products also.Written 7 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JaumeBarcelona, Spain1,672 contributionsThis is a complex where they offer good information about Adare and also Limerick county, it is also the base for the guided tours to the castle, there are some shops, and also a restaurant, the Dovecote. The restaurant is a convenient place to eat. They offer homemade food at a reasonable prices.Written 10 August 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TdougSBoston, MA21 contributionsStaying at Adare Manor and golfing at the ‘27 Ryder Cup site is a bucket list item for any golfer. Accommodations and service at the manor and the golf course are outstanding.
The course is a treat at every turn. Conditions were lush and clean even in late fall. Course vistas are breathtaking and design is challenging yet surprisingly forgiving for an average amateur like me. Greens are spectacular. I loved them, even though some were outrageous.
The thing I will remember longest though, is the way my golf experience was enhanced by the incredible caddy I was partnered with. John McDonnell is a senior caddy at the Golf Course at Adare Manor and he is a true asset to the club. From the minute I met John, he put me at ease and channeled me towards a positive round. At the range and practice green, I guess he analyzed and took stock of my strengths and weaknesses very well. Although he has caddied for some of the best golfers in the game, (Adare has hosted top level tournaments in the near past), John seems gifted at putting all people at ease with pleasant banter and productive advice. He gets along with all the other golfers and caddies. John has impeccable local knowledge of the course, and he is particularly good at reading greens and giving putting advice. I’m pretty sure he helped me knock at least 12 strokes off my score.
If you are booked to golf at Adare, (lucky you), and you are needing a caddy, I highly recommend that you request John McDonnell.Written 21 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BernDudeLake Elsinore, CA336 contributionsFound it quite by accident. We had lunch at Aunty Lena’s and the museum is upstairs. Lots of history about the area and a recreation of the court. Very interesting and fun visit. When in Adare, go to court.Written 18 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ChrisCastillionHampshire, UK134 contributionsWe were looking for a specific type of Art to celebrate a special anniversary, the gallery/shop has an eclectic mix of Art, Pottery, Sculpture and occasional pieces of jewelry. By far however the experience was made better by the lovely Agnes who hosted us and we could have chatted to her for hours, what a lovely and engaging, friendly lady. We found what we were looking for and would return again.Written 31 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
