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Dun Laoghaire Baths

Dun Laoghaire Baths is a public amenity on the site of the old Dun Laoghaire baths. The area is wheelchair accessible from Queens Road down to the water line and has some of the best views of Dublin Bay, Howth and Scotsman's Bay.

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Dublin's Monumental Mountains

Discover the archaeological history of the mountains from dolmens to tombs, stones and churches.

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DL Anseo and Dun Laoghaire Harbour Trail

Dun Laoghaire Anseo is a urban art trail in the town of Dun Laoghaire. The word Anseo is the Irish/Gaelic word for “here”.

The trail features 28 pieces of art commissioned by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council from the harbour up through the town.

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Living History Tours at Dalkey Castle & Museum

Meet the archer, the barber surgeon and a host of other characters as the family learn the history of Goat Castle known today as Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre.

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LexIcon Library & Cultural Centre

Arriving at the Lexlcon you will realise its more than just a library with incredible views over Dun Laoghaire. Its home to art exhibitions, local history displays & other cultural exhibitions. The views of Dublin Bay in the children’s library are some of the best in Dublin!

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Visit the Highest Pub in Ireland @ Johnnie Fox's Pub

Spend an evening with the team at Johnnie Fox's and enjoy traditional irish food and fresh seafood while taking in some traditional irish dance & music

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Music & dance @ The Merry Ploughboy Pub

The Merry Ploughboy is owned by its passionate traditional musicians and dancers.  Irish and European cuisine in a cosy traditional pub setting with Irish dancing every night.

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James Joyce Tower & Museum

The Martello Tower is home to the scene of the 1st chapter in James Joyce’s famous Dublin novel Ulysses. The museum houses painting, books and other artefacts from the writer’s collection.  The museum is located in the busy Sandycove Beach / 40 Foot swimming area so a visit is a must.

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The Oratory, Dun Laoghaire

The oratory was built to commemorate the Irish Men who fought & died in the great war. Discover the hand painted Celtic Revival style work by a local nun. * The Oratory is opening times are limited. Find out more on the website.

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Dun Laoghaire Harbour

Dun Laoghaire Harbour is one of the oldest man made harbours in the world. Its located on the coast 20 minutes south of Dublin City.
Built in the 19th century as an asylum harbour for vessels in rough weather approaching Dublin Bay.

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Cabinteely House & Park

Cabinteely House & Park is an 18th century period home with ornate decoration, tearooms, children’s playground , Japanese gardens and 45 hectares of parkland.
Located in Cabinteely 13km south of Dublin City off the N11 motorway.

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Moran Park House

The Irish Design Gallery at Moran Park House is now CLOSED. Summer 2024 - The gallery is still operating online.

The building was built in 1845 as a residence for the Harbour Master of Dun Laoghaire, Moran Park house is now a gallery for local Irish art.

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Marlay House, Park & Walled Garden

Built in the late 18th century at the foothills of the Dublin Mountains this restored Georgian House sits on a 300 acre site. 12km south of Dublin city centre and approx. 30 minutes drive & just off the M50 motorway.

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Taylors Three Rock

Located in the heart of Rathfarnham, Dublin, beside Marlay Park, Taylors is the perfect venue for private functions, a bite to eat or a bit of craic. Live music in the Farmhouse Bar every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night.

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National Maritime Museum

Housed in the 180 year old Mariners Church in Dun Laoghaire the National Maritime Museum is home to stories of discovery, heroism, war and disasters at sea.

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Dun Laoghaire Heritage Map

Explore the rich heritage of Dun Laoghaire town with the the historric Dun Laoghaire walking tour map.

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