Trim Castle - Braveheart movie filmed on location for over 6 months

Constructed during late 12 century over looking a crossing on the River Boyne, is the largest castles in Ireland and one of the largest Anglo Norman castles in Europe.

The castle keep stands three stories high and has 20 sides, on arrival in Trim you will be taken on a guided tour of the castle keep, the tour lasts approx. 45 - 50 . Trim castle covers an area approx. 1.5 hectares and from the ramparts there are spectacular views of the medieval town of Trim and the spectacular countryside.

Hill of Tara - At the Hill of Tara Irish myth legend and history are one. Dating back to 4th millennium BC, this is a Royal Place a Celtic place one of the Largest Complexes of Celtic monuments in all of Europe, as we walk across the landscape our guide will transport you back in time to when the first settlers came here 6000 years ago. In pre-history and in historic times 142 Kings are said to have reigned in the name of Tara. In ancient Irish religion and mythology Tara was revered as a dwelling of the Gods an entrance place to the otherworld, of eternal joy and plenty, were no mortal ever grew old.

Its is said that Saint Patricks mission to Ireland first came to Tara in order to confront the ancient religion in its most powerful site.

 Whats Included in your Trim Castle & Hill of Tara Half Day Tour from Dublin -

• Dublin City tour
• Entrance and fully guided tour - Trim Castle  (2 Hour stop)
• Coffee stop mid morning*
•  Visit  Franciscan Friary c.1250 (photo stop)
•  Visit Dominican Friary c.1263 (photo stop)
• Fully guided tour Hill of Tara (1 Hour stop)
• Return Trinity College 15:30 hrs approx