Top Places to Visit

An Atmospheric Jail Museum Experience Offering Visitors A Glimpse Of Life In Prisons Of The Past

Meet Mary Morris the Matron, for a picture of daily life in a Victorian prison. The gruff Gaoler will escort you to your prison cell before boarding the convict ship HMS Hercules for a rough voyage to the New World. Enjoy the atmosphere of one of Ireland’s most historic buildings. You’ll be sure to bump into some famous faces along the way. Just be polite to the Gaoler – you might have to stay! Fun for all the family.

GATES OF HELL – VIRTUAL REALITY TOUR

This fully immersive seated experience will transport visitors back in time to Wicklow Gaol in the 1700’s – a grim 3-dimensional world of corruption, rebellion & dark dungeons.

Some of the Gaol’s most notorious prisoners will feature & there may even be a guest appearance from one of the Haunted Gaol’s famous ghosts!

RUSSBOROUGH HOUSE & PARK

Filled with hidden treasures from the Renaissance to the 20th century, Russborough is famous as Ireland’s most beautiful Georgian house. Admire the wonderful, richly decorated interiors, exquisite furniture, silver and porcelain. Enjoy the world class private collection of art, fine and decorative arts. Make the most of your visit with a guided tour. Meanwhile there’s a 200-acre park to roam around too, which takes full advantage of spectacular views to the Blessington lakes and the Wicklow Mountains beyond.

Follow tree-lined pathways to discover the original Walled Garden, the ice-house, the lime kiln and the serpentine lakes.

Find diversions for all the family with a 2km maze, a children’s playground and outdoor adventure zone, as well the National Bird of Prey Centre, Artisan Craft Courtyard and much more.

Use the code INWICKLOW15 for a 15% Discount on all House Tours Booked Online or on arrival at our ticket desk

Russborough House & Park

Blessington

Co Wicklow

Kilmantin

Tel: 045 865 239

E: info@russborough.ie