Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens
Johnstown, Wexford, Ireland
Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens
Johnstown, Wexford, Ireland
Relax by the castle lakeside with its Gothic towers, waterfall and statues and watch the peacocks strut by.
Visit the new experience at Johnstown Castle Estate, Gardens and Museum which offers visitors a ‘3 in 1’ attraction including the Gothic revival castle with adjoining servants’ tunnel (one of the longest in the country), the Irish Agricultural Museum with its 19 exhibitions exploring Irish rural life and the spectacular lakes, walled gardens and sculptures. This great 19th century castle in its beautiful setting was designed by the Victorian architect Daniel Robertson who is responsible for many projects in the southeast of Ireland including Powerscourt in Co. Wicklow.
The Peacock Tea Room is open throughout the year and is located within the museum building and provides great food in a warm and welcoming environment.
Highlights
- 200 varieties of trees and shrubs
- Sunken Italian garden or museum courtyard (great for picnics)
- Large collection of beautifully restored farm machinery in the agricultural museum
Open Year Round
Opening Times
Open Daily
March 17 to October 31, 09:00-17:30
November 01 to March 16, 09:00-16:00
Prices
Admission Prices 2020
Gardens & Museum Self-Guided
Adult €9.00
Senior/Student €7.00
Child (5-16yrs) €4.00
Child (U5) Free
Family (2 Adults + 4 Children) €24.00
Gardens & Museum Guided
Adult €13.00
Senior/Student €10.00
Child (5-16yrs) €6.00
Child (U5) Free
Family (2 Adults + 4 Children) €35
Useful Information
On-site café, gift shop, Woodland playground and picnic areas
Ample parking for cars and coaches
Getting There
Johnstown Castle is a 10 minute drive from Wexford town. Follow signage from the N25
Map Location: 52.293290, -6.502330