Top Things to do in County Kildare
The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in County Kildare, Province of Leinster
Discover the best top things to do in County Kildare, Ireland including Moone High Cross, Saint Brigid's Cathedral and Round Tower, Maynooth Castle, St. Patrick's College, Old Kilcullen Round Tower and High Cross, Ernest Shackleton Memorial, Wonderful Barn, Whites Castle & Crom-a Boo Bridge, Gerard Manley Hopkins Monument, Castledermot Round Tower.
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1. Moone High Cross
2. Saint Brigid's Cathedral and Round Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By LindaK631 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
It is such a gorgeous wee village and the first thing to do when you get there is to go to the Visitor’s Centre where you get a very warm welcome, lots of information and an excellent little video for 10 minutes that introduces you to the sights of the town, including Saint Brigid’s. The church itself is wonderfully historic with several additional features include the fire temple and the round tower. They’re all really worth seeing, particularly if you get the information first from the Visitors’ centre. We loved our stop here and wish we had more time to explore.
3. Maynooth Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
Maynooth Castle is a mid to late 12th Century Norman castle with a history that is both intriguing and exciting. The stronghold of the Fitzgerald family, the castle has stood on this site in the centre of Maynooth for over 8 centuries. Today, Maynooth Castle holds a detailed exhibition on the history of the Fitzgerald family, one of the most important Anglo-Norman families in Ireland. PLEASE NOTE - Maynooth Castle is a seasonal site and is only opening during the summer months. Open daily 10.00am - 17.45pm (Including public Hoildays) Free admission and Free Guided Tours. last guided tour 16.30pm. (45-60mins approx.) For self guiding visitors- Within the undercroft of the castle, an exhibit detailing the history of the FitzGerald family. Upper level holds the remains of the Great Hall. Feel free to visit the castle grounds also. (35-40 mins approx.) Visitor Guides / Post cards available to purchase. Maynooth is also open during Culture Night 2018
Reviewed By Journiemernie
If you're in the neighborhood and have the chance to explore here, it is so worth it! So much history in one location! I had a lovely time exploring the grounds and taking in the sheer size of the remaining Castle pieces. Inside the exhibit, I was blown away by the amount of information I could learn about the Castle, Fitzgerald Family, and the complex history of Medieval Ireland/England. There is even a small model of what the Castle had looked like in it's hay-day, really bringing into perspective where you are standing. I struck up a conversation with one of the workers, Mary, and she was very knowledgeable of the site as well as super nice. One of the highlights of my stay in Ireland!
4. St. Patrick's College
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By CarolineC936 - Leeds, United Kingdom
I was fortunate to stay in the College for a conference. The rooms are lovely and much better than I was expecting. They are a good size and very well heated. Mine had 3 windows with a great view of the campus. I had breakfast in Pugin Hall which is full of history. It was a treat to stay in a place with such history and character which has beautiful grounds, including Ireland’s oldest native tree, the Silken Thomas Yew tree. Next time I hope to see the Chapel.
5. Old Kilcullen Round Tower and High Cross
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By brennra - Dublin, Ireland
The views from here across Kildare and the curragh are beautiful. Huge amount of history here (1798 rebellion) - worth a quick stop off as close to motorway and Brennans pub is worth a visit in the evening also
6. Ernest Shackleton Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By edyo2016 - Dublin, Ireland
Interested museum. €5 euro entrance and you find a lot of info about Athy and history of Ireland and grand personalities from ireland
7. Wonderful Barn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Eirianwen - Dublin, Ireland
This is a lovely hidden spot, that is really interesting. It would be great if there was more information about the buildings. Such a shame the surrounding land has been sold for housing. It should have been left as parkland for people to enjoy.
8. Whites Castle & Crom-a Boo Bridge
9. Gerard Manley Hopkins Monument
10. Castledermot Round Tower
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