Location: Wicklow
Top Things to do in Wicklow
Top 10 Free Things to do in Wicklow, Province of Leinster
Wicklow (Irish: Cill Mhantáin, meaning "church of the toothless one") is the county town of County Wicklow and the capital of the Mid-East Region in Ireland. Located south of Dublin on the east coast of the island, it has a population of 10,584 according to the 2016 census. The town is to the east of the N11 route between Dublin and Wexford. Wicklow is also linked to the rail network, with Dublin commuter services now extending to the town. Additional services connect with Arklow, Wexford and Rosslare Europort, a main ferry port. There is also a commercial port, mainly importing timber and textiles. The River Vartry is the main river which flows through the town.
Restaurants in Wicklow
1. The Wicklow Way
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By Familiaturner
This area of Ireland is not to be missed. Very different from anything else we saw. If you start in Roundwood and take highway R759 you will go through some amazing countryside. Stop near Lough Tay and find the trailhead. (There are a few parking areas). You can take a spectacular hike on a beautifully maintained trail (much of which is raised boardwalk) and see amazing views in every direction. Then, drive towards Sally Gap. It's hauntingly beautiful and unique. So worthwhile. You can continue on to Dublin from there. Country roads (narrow) but typical of those in Ireland.
2. Wicklow Scenic Walks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Visit the beautiful countryside surrounding Dublin and enjoy a leisurely walk with plenty of occasions to take breath taking pictures. The walks follow pretty trails with little up hill, making then suitable for everyone. Tours are also offered in French.
3. Blessington Lakes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By irishladyfi
Enjoyed the Blessington Greenway walk immensely. Gorgeous views, well maintained pathways and accurate signage. Fabulous little spots to stop and admire or take a little break.
4. Brittas Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Nearest other road ; the R750. Coastal area there a listed TA B&B. South of Wicklow town, East of Avoca, North-east of Johnstown, Arklow, Co. Wicklow
Reviewed By RoryG234 - Dublin, Ireland
Great parking plus clean facilities , miles and miles of white sand and rolling dunes and waves , life guards on duty
5. Sally Gap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 288 reviews
Reviewed By Catsnuts - Bangor, United Kingdom
This drive takes you through stunning scenery. The roads though narrow are very good and visibility is excellent due to the lack of hedges. First class.
6. Wicklow Head
7. The German Military Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By RoryG234 - Dublin, Ireland
The final resting place of German Luftwaffe pilots who crashed and died on Irish soil,also German Navy men who washed ashore during During World War II.
8. Glendalough Upper Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By 697deirdrek
Did a glendalough walk with my husband from the visitor centre to the upper lake. Glendalough is beautiful, peaceful and tranquil, Beautiful meandering walkways passeing through the monastic city, forests and the lower lake. Enjoyed the amazing views of the upper lake over a picnic lunch. A must see, highly recommended.
9. Guinness Lake
10. Sculptures in Woodland
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By paulpatricks2017 - Wicklow, Ireland
This is personally one of favourite place to go for a run with the dog. It offers beautiful view on the top trail and a quaint river walk on the bottom trail.there are also some fantastic sculptures made from natural materials that blend in to surroundings.
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