Historical Attractions in Athy

White's Castle Report an error with this listing

Built in 1417 by the Gerald FitzGerald, 8th Earl of Kildare is now a private residence, and is said to be opening soon for public visits under its new owner.

Athy, Co. Kildare

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Athy Heritage Centre-Museum Report an error with this listing

Located in the former 18th century Market House (now Athy Town Hall), Athy Heritage Centre-Museum brings the history of Athy to life, from its Anglo Norman foundation, through the 1903 Gordon Bennett Race, to Athy Men and World War 1 and the story of local Polar explorer Ernest Shackleton.

Emily Square, Athy, Co. Kildare

059 863 3075

Athy Railway Station Report an error with this listing

The station opened on 4 August 1846.

Athy, Co. Kildare

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Kilkea Castle Report an error with this listing

Was a medieval stronghold of the Fitzgeralds, earls of Kildare. The castle and estate was finally sold by the Fitzgeralds family in the early 1960s. Kilkea Castle is now a hotel.

Castledermot, Co. Kildare

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Grey Abbey Report an error with this listing

Franciscan Abbey founded in the 13th century

Athy Road, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

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Mullaghmast Report an error with this listing

Historic site includes ringforts, barrows and a standing stone.

Ballitore, Co. Kildare

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