Courtyard Cafe at Birr Castle in Birr

We really enjoyed our visit today.Lovely walks. Staff very nice .There was an Easter trail for the kids and a treat rewarded at the end. The cafe serves really nice food and drinks.

Now, it was beautiful weather, which always helps, but what a great way to spend a morning. The gardens are fabulous and inspirational. The staff are informative and helpful. The castle is Birr's greatest asset.

A nice location to spend 2 - 3 hours with your family. Clean and care!

Love visiting Birr Castle Demesne. The history and creativity is inspiring! Love going for walks around the trails and gardens.

The price for entrance is far too much, the venue has a lot to offer but its not worth the same as the cliffs of Mohar. The waterfall for me was its standout point of interest, the grounds are well kept and it was autumn at the time of my visit so the colours were in full bloom. Ireland is in danger of out pricing its attractions which is a pity. A rethink is required in order for it to trive, cheers

Magnificent, the museum is very interesting, the park is huge.

Lovely, informative and plenty to take your time with. Highly suggest!

Our family had the pleasure of taking a guided tour of Birr Castle as part of the special events for Astronomy Week in Ireland. It was an incredible experience—both inspiring and deeply informative. Seeing the Leviathan and the modern radio telescopes up close was truly impressive, offering a fascinating glimpse into the past and present of astronomical discoveries. As mathematicians and a physicist, we especially appreciated the passion and expertise of our guide, who brought history and science to life with a vivid and engaging narrative. Their enthusiasm and deep knowledge made the experience even more memorable. Birr Castle is a must-visit for anyone interested in science, history, or simply breathtaking surroundings. Highly recommended!

A beautiful garden. Great for a family walk. Dogs allowed.

Just incredibly wonderful... Sharing the afternoon with children, full of excitement, feeding the swans, signet and ducks on the lake. The great variety of trees. The formal gardens.. The little furtive hedgerows run wild... The air, the scent of flowers and shrubs, the trickle of water, the cool simplicity of St Brendan's Well... The Leviathans, old and new, forging other patterns of the universe. The Castle itself, full of curves and plains and charming windows, catching the light of summer and lazy afternoons, even the little birds are down a few octaves. And all that labour and foresight-the wisdom of mulching the beautiful trees, even the magnificent magnolias with a variety of materials including sods of turf to keep them all alive and moist when it is 24 degrees and not a drop of rain.