Location: Dundalk
Top Things to do in Dundalk
Top 9 Budget-friendly Things to do in Dundalk, Province of Leinster
Dundalk (/dʌnˈdɔːk/, Irish: Dún Dealgan, meaning "Dalgan's fort") is the county town of County Louth, Ireland. It is on the Castletown River, which flows into Dundalk Bay, and is near the border with Northern Ireland, halfway between Dublin and Belfast. It has associations with the mythical warrior hero Cú Chulainn.
Restaurants in Dundalk
1. Dundalk Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By Cosmopolitan540322
Brilliant family night out. Went for the Restaurant package and food was excellent. Our youngest had the children’s portion from the main menu and had a lovely little steak very impressed. The staff were very friendly and attentive especially Ciara. Service was excellent. Couldn’t fault it at all was a brilliant night.
2. Louth County Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By bpmurray - Drogheda, Ireland
I have passed this place countless times but never went in. After deciding to visit I was surprised at how much is here, both for adults and for kids. The staff were very friendly and advised us to take the elevator to Floor 3 (the fourth floor for those who count from the ground floor) and work our way down, The current exhibition on the top floor is of a famous son of Dundalk, Peter Rice, an engineer who has been involved in the building of many iconic structures across the globe, including the Sydney Opera House. The next floor explains a lot of pre-history from Louth, with much of the information being completely new to me. In particular, it's a bit disappointing to realise the destruction of ancienf monuments that happened in the 1800's, for which wie only have drawings from the mid-1700's. THe next floor has more recent history, including Cromwellian artefacts and the history of that period in Louth. The ground floor has 20th century exhibits from the region. This is a really thorough historical overview of Louth. It even has a Heinkel Bubble Car - I never realised that the GNR factory in Dundalk acquired the rights to this car from the original German factory. All in all, a fascinating place, well worth the visit.
3. The Bartender
4. Spirit Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By Ranjinator - Dundalk, Ireland
Great Staff! The live show was amazing it smelled pretty good and had some really nice candles. Really good vibes!!
5. Castle Roche
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By 202neilb - Auckland, New Zealand
Significant ruins in the middle of nowhere! About 3km off the N53 a few minutes outside Dundalk. There’s signage off the main road but nothing when you actually arrive. Park on the side of the country lane and look for the pedestrian gate that gives you access to the farmland you need to cross. A five minute walk across a gently hilly paddock gets you to the castle. Great outlook from the castle and plenty to explore. Free. No facilities.
6. Hill of Faughart
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By daviddJ3376XE
The Hill of Faughart is a low hill north of Dundalk and south of the Moyry Pass. It is said that St Bridget was born here and there is a holy well dedicated to her on this hill. The tree beside the well is decorated and the well is still in use for devotees. A number of legendary battles were said to have been fought on this hill, but in 1318 there was a very significant battle fought on the slopes nearby. In this battle, Edward Bruce, brother of King Robert the Bruce of Scotland, was killed. Edward Bruce had invaded Ireland three years previously with the support of some Irish chieftains in the north. He was a Scottish prince and had hoped to be crowned king of Ireland. If he could expel the English from Ireland and unite the island under his rule, Edward and his brother planned to form an alliance that could contain English power. Unfortunately for Edward, his invasion coincided with a famine that encompassed all Europe and even though he won victories, there land was barren and his armies could not be fed. After three terrible years of famine, war, and suffering, the war came down to a battle fought near Faughart, where Edward was slain and the Scots defeated. It is said that Edward’s body was quartered and sent to the four corners of Ireland, but it is also recorded that he was buried in the graveyard at the nearby Hill of Faughart. In the graveyard, near a yew tree by the ruins of the church can be seen a tomb purporting to be his grave. There is a car park beside the graveyard where one can easily park. If one walks down the road heading west for a hundred metres or so, you can find the remains of a Norman motte. This can be accessed by entering the field by the gate, but be careful not to leave gates open and wear appropriate footwear if entering.
7. Stephenstown Pond Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By 776susant - Navan, Ireland
A beautiful Pond full of Ducks to have a little walk around (5 mins walk) suitable for all ages and abilities Loads of resting places around lake for a picnic Excellent playground for all age groups, children visible throughout the whole playgroup for parents to sit and relax while keeping an eye on children Lovely little bits and pieces of the Fairies dotted around the pond
8. Proleek Dolmen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By csul17 - Indianapolis, United States
This Dolmen is so off the beaten path. You must walk through a farmer's field to reach it and there is no signage in the small parking area. Don't let this discourage you! We had the Dolmen all to ourselves and it was spectacular. It is well preserved and the signage nearby describes its history. Super cool and well worth the detour.
