Location: Drogheda
Top Things to do in Drogheda
Top 9 Things to do Good for Big Groups 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. 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.
2. 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
3. Mellifont Abbey
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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.
4. Boyne Viaduct
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
5. Beaulieu House and Garden
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
C17th historic house and garden situated overlooking Boyne River, 4km outside Drogheda, Co. Louth. Open by appointment for gardening and history groups. Advance booking only. Please see website.
Reviewed By michaelak837
As we visited the motor museum we took the monorail to the garden and palace The garden was beautiful but will be much nicer in the summer
6. St Peter's Church
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4.5 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By thecelticyank - Belturbet, Ireland
I always bring my US visitors to St. Peter's Church. It is a beautiful church in the centre of Drogheda. Oliver Plunkett's head (a 17th-century Irish martyr) resides in a shine in the church - worth a visit and a great historical asset.
7. TLT Concert Hall and Theatre
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By noelm646 - Dublin, Ireland
My wife and myself recently visited the TLT in Drogheda for a Luke Kelly tribute show, it was a fantastic night as the performance by Chris Kavanagh and his group was up there with the best of them
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9. Funtasia Theme Parks & Casinos
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3.5 based on 601 reviews
Located 2 minutes off the M1 motorway and 20 minutes north of Dublin airport. Funtasia Waterpark Drogheda is one of Ireland's largest INDOOR Waterparks. Funtasia Drogheda's Pirates Cove Waterpark features over 200 water gushing activities including the adrenalin pumping super bowl speed slide and the Boomerang. The Waterpark is suitable for children and adults alike. Other attractions include the Atlantis Cove soft play area, a 14 lane Bowling Alley, Crazy Golf, Climbing Activities, fast food restaurant, Arcade games and lots lots more!
Reviewed By del70dublin
Great place for teenagers. Our gang of 3 had a great time and 5 hours passed by so quickly . Great mix with water slides, zip line, 10pin bowling and crazy golf along with the amusements. We’ll definitely be back. Also the staff were great and had a smile for everyone.
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