Tour the historic Slane Castle in Meath Ireland

Tours on the Slane Castle Estate

Slane Castle Estate offers a variety of guided tours for visitors. Public guided castle tours are available on select dates, while private tours can be booked year-round by request.

A tour of Slane Castle highlights the Castle’s rich history, architecture, and of course, concerts, over the years.

Rock Farm, a 90-acre organic farm on the estate, offers eco-tourism experiences and showcases rare breed livestock. Visitors can also enjoy glamping and learn about sustainable farming and whiskey production on site.

A view from a window showing a driveway in the distance

A close up of the Slane Castle family crest

Tours of Slane Castle are by appointment only.

We open for scheduled tours during Heritage Week each year. For Heritage week dates please see www.heritageweek.ie

Private Guided Tours of Slane Castle

Guests enjoy an informative private tour of the Castle which was built in 1785 and principally the work of three famous architects; James Wyatt, James Gandon & Francis Johnston.

Tour Duration: 1 Hour
Pricing: €150 for up 6 guests (minimum flat fee), with the 7th guest & above at the reduced rate of €12.50 per person.
Max per tour: 25 people
Booking: Private groups must pre-book 1 week in advance. Subject to tour guide availability.

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Afternoon Tea

Enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Ballroom and a mini tour. For more details and availability see: www.slanecastle.ie/events

Private Guided Tours of Rock Farm (Slane Castle Estate)

Visit rare breed cattle and pigs and see the organic gardens and eco-buildings at Rock Farm Slane. Learn about eco-tourism, glamping and strawbale buildings. Enjoy a delicious tasting of local produce. Guided tour with a member of our team

Pricing: On application
Booking: Private groups must pre-book 1 week in advance. Subject to tour guide availability.

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