Ireland · Walking Tours

2-Hour Walking Tour of Adare with Castle, Abbeys and Manor

2 Hours Round trip from Adare Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover Desmond Castle, a historic tower house in Adare
02 Trace the marvellous Augustinian Priory, Franciscan Abbey, and Trinitarian Abbey
03 See Adare Manor and learn about Adare's rich history
04 Walk along the River Maigue past lovely thatched cottages and the unique dovecot

Trace the history of Adare and learn how the grand palace of Adare was erected around an ancient ring-fort, later becoming a strategic fortress during turbulent years. Discover famous attractions such as Desmond Castle, the Augustinian Priory, the Franciscan Abbey, the Trinitarian Abbey, Adare Manor, and more on this 2-hour tour.

Walk along the River Maigue and see the lovely thatched cottages and the unique dovecot.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Adare

Languages Dutch, English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Adare's Historic Landmarks and Riverside Walk

Tour around the nicest areas of Adare, often called Ireland's most beautiful town.
Discover Desmond Castle, a tower house.
Trace the marvellous Augustinian Priory, Franciscan Abbey, Trinitarian Abbey, and Adare Manor.
Walk along the River Maigue and see the lovely thatched cottages and the unique dovecot.

The route