TOURS OF AN ANCIENT TOWN STEEPED IN HISTORY AND A MAGNIFICENT NORMAN CASTLE ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER SUIR
Please join us on a tour around the ancient historic town of Cahir, and a visit to the spectacular “Cahir Castle” – historically the stronghold of the Butler family.
Nestled on an island in the River Suir, this magnificent ancient castle stands at a ford in the river. The Gaelic for Cahir is “Cathair”or City and in ancient times it was known as Cathair Dun Iascaigh” or “The City Of The Fort Of The Fish”. A fast-flowing fishing weir across the river can be seen from the bridge, local people fished here from ancient times, Salmon, trout, eels were caught here, and still are today.
Starting Point: The Tour starts at the Car Park near the Castle and continues across the road by the bridge. It then traverses the town where we point out many historical and geographical features. The Tour ends with a Guided tour outside Cahir Castle, where you will be taken back through its amazing history.
Guided 2-hour tour including entry to the castle
Tips:
- Please note time of Last Tours in each of these venues, to ensure there is time to complete the Tour before actual closing of the venue.
- Wear Comfortable Shoes and rainproof coat or jacket: While every Tour is not overly strenuous, you may be walking on varied terrain, sometimes uphill; also an umbrella is advisable given the changeable Irish weather.
- Arrive on time at Starting Point: Important to arrive on time for Tour Start so as to not delay other participants.
- Payment Online is required in advance, though the Tour can be cancelled without charge up to 48 hours before day of Tour.
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