Visit Malahide Castle

Malahide Castle, which is only 25 minutes from Dublin's city center, is home to more than 800 years of history. This castle, which has housed many generations of the Talbot family, is the ideal destination to spend a morning or early afternoon while traveling to Ireland in the winter.

If you're fortunate, when you visit this County Dublin gem, you'll see snow. The best of times are romantic at castles. Children love the Fairy Trail, and adults of every age adore the extensive gardens and the magical Butterfly House. Make sure to stop by the Malahide Castle Christmas Experience if you are in the area in late November or throughout December. Spend some spare time in the nearby Malahide village. Malahide, one of Ireland's best small towns, has a beach, as well as shops and restaurants that will make you feel warm inside out.