Title: Trim Castle in Trim - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Trim Castle Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Trim-Castle-Hotels.0-l6089947-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Trim](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Trim.d6049207.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Trim](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Trim.d6049207.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Trim Castle Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Trim-Castle.d6089947.Car-Rental-Guide)[Trim Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Trim.d6049207.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Trim Castle Tours and Activities ![Trim Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/e3a33e237f372747cb9082655398da2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Trim Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/df9322500cddd2c30d7a9d24421603b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Trim Castle Activities [Trim travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Trim.dx6049207) --- --- #### Take a guided tour around one of the biggest and best-preserved Norman castles in Ireland, which has barely changed since it was first built in the 12th century. Trim Castle, a well-preserved Anglo-Norman fortress, dominates the small town in which is sits. Take a tour of the castle interior to learn what life was like for the Anglo-Norman family that stationed themselves inside the castle amid the hostile local Gaelic Irish population. The castle dates back to medieval times and the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland. In 1172, the then King of England, Henry II, granted Hugh de Lacy the Kingdom of Meath. De Lacy, in an effort to establish control over his newfound territory, built a wooden castle which was destroyed. In its place, he erected this more permanent stone fortress, which was at the time the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Europe. Admire the impressive fortifications and sturdy walls. If it looks familiar to you, it may be because you have already seen it on the big screen in the Mel Gibson-led blockbuster *Braveheart*. Much of the castle that is visible today would have been in place here by 1220\. Because of the risk of attack, the castle is very heavily fortified. Look for the keep, which has 9-foot (3-meter) thick walls. As so little in the castle has changed, visitors to the site today can get a good sense of the security the de Lacy family may have felt here, despite the opposition to their presence. To enter the interior of the castle, take a guided tour and climb the tower for fabulous views of the surrounding green landscape. A knowledgeable guide will show you around the complex, painting a picture of what life would have been like in the castle over the centuries. Note that guided tours require participants to ascend narrow, steep stairways and therefore may not be suitable for the mobility-impaired. Find Trim Castle in the village of Trim, County Meath on the banks of the River Boyne. The castle is under an hour from Dublin city center by car and parking is available on site. A small entrance fee is charged for access to the grounds. Guided tours cost extra. ## Plan a trip to see Trim Castle Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Grand Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/45700/45673/86b2bbbd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Grand Hotel CA $1,217 per person Apr 1 - Apr 6 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Toronto (YTO) to Dublin (DUB) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Everything was amazing, the staff, food, service and the decor is fantastic. I have stayed a few times over the years and never enjoyed the Grand, however what a turnaround from the new owners have taken it over. Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 ![Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6919/1ffa011e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin City Centre Dublin CA $1,509 per person Mar 25 - Mar 31 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Halifax (YHZ) to Dublin (DUB) 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,827 reviews) Location was excellent and staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a tour booked for early morning and would miss the breakfast window and they offered to pack us a breakfast to go. Very sweet! Will stay again!! Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026 ![Trim Castle Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1490000/1483600/1483577/2877ce51_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Trim Castle Hotel CA $1,323 per person Apr 7 - Apr 13 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Toronto (YYZ) to Dublin (DUB) 9.2/10 Wonderful! (838 reviews) Excellent service from check in to check out. 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