Location: Drogheda
Top Things to do in Drogheda
The 10 Best Things to do in Drogheda, Province of Leinster
Drogheda (/ˈdrɒhədə/; /ˈdrɔːdə/; Irish: Droichead Átha, meaning "bridge of the ford") is one of the oldest towns in Ireland. It is known for its tourism and as a centre of industry and medical care. It is located in County Louth on the Dublin-Belfast corridor on the east coast of Ireland, 49 km or 30 miles north of Dublin, with a population of approximately 41,000 inhabitants (2016). It is the last bridging point on the River Boyne before it enters the Irish Sea. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange is located 8 km to west of the town.
Restaurants in Drogheda
1. Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Options 1 - A fabulous 8hr Food Tour - visiting up to 5 award winning Artisan Farms, Breweries, ancient anglo kitchens and medieval sites. Finishing with a local produce meal onsite. or 2 - A luxury Food Tour which includes 3 fine dining restaurant stops for a starter, main course and dessert in the regions finest restaurants while stopping off to visit 3 prominent food producers.
2. The Admirals
3. Augustinian Church
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5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By 806deirdrew - County Dublin, Ireland
Went to mass here on Sunday. Nothing much to that you say!,But it was the chat with the priest after mass that charmed us.. It being International Women's day, we were all invited to light a candle at a shrine of Our choice, to honour a woman who inspired us. Fabulous gesture. "Have you seen our beautiful garden ' says he. And promptly takes us out to a beautiful memory garden.. It has hand painted walls dedicated to the work of Harry Clarke. Stunning. Lovely remembrance wall set in water feature. Real gem.
4. McHughs Bar & Venue
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
5. Boyne Boats Adventure
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5.0 based on 167 reviews
Paddle the Route Travelled by Stone Age Farmers with a Legendary Boat Builder Boyne River | Adventure | Nature | Mythology | Battle of the Boyne | Artisan Food | Game of Thrones According to ancient legend, the Boyne River was created by the Celtic queen and goddess Boann who symbolises water, fertility, and inspiration. The legend gives an insight into the serene beauty of this ancient river that has lured visitors ever since Stone Age farmers settled in the Boyne Valley. More than 6,000 years ago, these farmers created the burial tombs of Brú Na Bóinne along the Boyne River bend. Through Boyne Boats, the mythology of the past brings us to the mythology of the present because Ross Kenny (founder of Boyne Boats) is a well-known boat builder who featured in and supplied the boats for the hugely successful Game of Thrones series. In fact, the skilfully hand-crafted, traditional Irish currachs used by Ross in Game of Thrones are used by Ross in the Boyne Boats experience too.
6. Chauffeur Tours of Ireland
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
We offer small group private tours of Ireland for groups of 1 to 6 people. We'll chauffeur you to places like UNESCO sites Giants Causeway- Cliffs of Moher - Newgrange in the Boyne Valley which dates from 3500 years BC. We also offer day tours of Dublin-Glendalough-Malahide Castle, you can take these tours if you're on a shore excursions to Dublin. You can visit our website chauffeurtoursofireland and you can email chauffeurtoutsofireland at gmail
7. Morgan's Pub
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
A charming Irish Bar less than 5 minutes drive away from the centre of Drogheda, Whether you live in the area and are looking for a new local or a visitor just wanting to have a drink in a friendly welcoming atmosphere we are here for you
8. Sarsfields Bar
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Sarsfields bar is one of Drogheda's oldest, and most popular bars. Located beside the historical Laurence's gate, and once owned by the original Jameson distillers, it is the heart of all historic bars in town. A hive of activity, and a certainty to find live music. Our function room, aka 'The Living Room' is also open Thursday to Sunday playing all variations of music, from live bands, to intimate DJ sets. To get a feel of Drogheda's history and iconic bar seen, arrive in and ask a member of staff to bring you up-to-date.
9. St. Mary's Parish
10. Mellifont Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By GearoidOO - Athlone, Ireland
This wonderful monastic site with extensive and interesting ruins is perfect for a self-guided tour given the high quality of the sign-boards. Hearing the chant emmanating from the ruins was quite a magical experience. There are no guided tours at the moment because of Covid 19 but we met with Louis who was giving out work-sheets to families - he was very helpful, invited our questions and was very knowledgeable. This is a great OPW site which is well worth a visit. It is very suitable for families, a great place for a picnic or family walk amid the well-kept and wonderfully spacious grounds.
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