Family Fun Castle Tours

Introduce your family to the magic of Northern Ireland’s famous royal residence, in a fun and engaging tour specially designed for children.

Many interesting and unusual guests have visited Hillsborough Castle over the years. But who were they and why were they here? Come along and help us discover the stories behind some of these intriguing guests.

This small group tour will bring Hillsborough Castle to life for children aged 5-11 and their families. Book your tickets today. Make a full day of it by visiting our Scarecrow Parade, exploring our Imaginary Menagerie play trail, and then rewarding yourself with a treat from our award-winning café.

Want a more in-depth Castle tour? Take a look at our special interest house tours taking place throughout October and November, including on royalty, our unrivalled art collection, our conservation work, and LGBTQ+ stories.

Members go free

Join as a Historic Royal Palaces member today and visit Hillsborough Castle and Gardens time and again for free. Enjoy our season of unmissable events or simply return to see the seasons change.