What to do and see in County Wicklow, Province of Leinster: The Best Things to do for Honeymoon

October 3, 2021 Harland Bartelt

Discover the best top things to do in County Wicklow, Ireland including Footfalls Walking Holidays, Vagabond Tours, Hollywood Horse and Pony Trekking Centre, Irish Working Sheepdogs, Wicklow Equi Tours, Glendalough Monastic Settlement, Russborough House, Bray Head, Powerscourt Gardens and House, Wicklow Mountains National Park.
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1. Footfalls Walking Holidays

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Footfalls Walking Holidays

Footfalls Walking Holidays was founded in 1994 by Christopher and Teresa Stacey. We wanted to share our love and interest in the great outdoors with others so we started guiding individuals and groups in the Wicklow Mountains. Before long we were getting requests from our customers to see more of Ireland than just Wicklow and also do self-guided tours. Today we have expanded to where we are offering guided and self-guided tours to almost every corner of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and the Lake District. Despite out growth almost all of our tours are guided by us, Christopher and Teresa, to guarantee that personal touch.

2. Vagabond Tours

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Vagabond Tours

Ireland’s original and leading small-group tour operator since 2002, Vagabond specialises in fantastic off-the-beaten track tours of Ireland – we will take you to the hidden corners of the world’s favourite country. Right from the start our mission has always been that ‘We want you to love Ireland as much as we do’ – and we really love Ireland! Our small-group tour sizes (max 15) make our tours a unique and unforgettable way to experience the real Ireland. Our tours are immersive and delivered in a professional, yet informal and contemporary style, all of which makes Vagabond Tours a welcoming, personal and unforgettable way to see authentic Ireland.

3. Hollywood Horse and Pony Trekking Centre

Granamore, Wicklow Ireland +353 85 111 7448 [email protected] http://www.hollywoodtrekkingcentre.com
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Hollywood Horse and Pony Trekking Centre

We are a family run stables, set in the heart of the dramatic, timeless, unspoilt scenery that is the Wicklow mountains. The Maguire farm runs along the Kings River on the lower side while on the higher side, rust coloured bogs and granite stone wall framed fields, make this a landscape of extraordinary beauty. Experienced or novice riders alike can enjoy riding out over this hidden landscape

4. Irish Working Sheepdogs

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Irish Working Sheepdogs

***NEW LOCATION: Gods Cottage, Glendalough, Co. Wicklow, A98 X4H0 *** There’s nothing a sheepdog likes more than to hunt sheep, and Michael will prove this as he puts his dogs to work. Throughout the demonstration, he will explain what each command means, giving a good insight into the dog training technique. This demonstration is a must see for all. You will witness the intelligence of these sheepdogs as they follow the commands obediently. This is a perfect opportunity for you to capture the true essence of Irish country living. Our sheepdog demonstrations showcase the process of sheep herding, and we have specially designed packages for corporate team building, so if you fancy a break from the office and a fun day out with your colleagues, look no further!

5. Wicklow Equi Tours

Ballinabarney Stud, Blackhill road, Glenealy A67 XF85 Ireland +353 85 211 7882 [email protected] http://www.wicklowequitours.eu/
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Wicklow Equi Tours

Wicklow EquiTours offers horse trekking adventures in what is colloquially known as "The Garden of Ireland." We offer a variety of treks, including two, three, four and five hour treks in the picturesque Wicklow Mountains & Forest and a two hour beach ride of Britta's Bay. Horses and Cobs are carefully selected to suit beginner and advanced riders for individuals, couples and larger groups.

Reviewed By Landoanie - Dublin, Ireland

We visited Wicklow Equi tour twice. We tried 90 minutes trail for the first time which was also our first time on horseback. The horses are well trained and adorable, which is great for us as beginners. We enjoyed it so much that we've decided to go back for a longer trek in Brittas Bay (appx 1hr) and up to the top of a hill in Wicklow 2hr (not sure about the name). Horse riding on the beach was incredible and the view from the top of the mountain was spectacular. Staff is very friendly, especially Amelia and Mick - the rock star, who have organized our treks and shown us the beauty of Wicklow. Strongly recommend for nature lovers. We will definitely go back :)

6. Glendalough Monastic Settlement

Ireland +353 404 45325 http://www.glendalough.ie/
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Glendalough Monastic Settlement

This historic site, whose Gaelic name translates to “valley of the two lakes,” consists of the 6th-century monastery founded by St. Kevin and the famous round tower, standing 112 feet high with a base measuring 52 feet in circumference. Visitors: There is a car park at the Visitor Centre. It is recommended to see the informational video at the Visitor Centre before starting your explorations.

Reviewed By 296ashleel

We went on September 25th and it was our first stop after arriving in Dublin. It was the perfect way to kick off our Ireland vacation. It takes a little over an hour to get from Dublin airport to Glendalough (slightly more if you are learning to drive on the opposite side!), so you can definitely do this as a day trip from Dublin. There is parking lot and a small visitor center which contain restrooms. The people at the V.C. desk were able to direct us to the walkway. You can walk around the cemetery and ruins. There were smaller pathways that you could take, so we took one that seemed less traveled. Mainly because there was a large group of students on a field trip which were being quite loud (as high schoolers do). The path we took had benches scattered throughout to stop and really immerse yourself in the quiet and beauty of it all.

7. Russborough House

Wicklow Ireland +353 45 865 239 http://www.russboroughhouse.ie/
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Russborough House

A beautifully refurnished 18th century mansion housing the world-famous Albert Beit collection of art.

Reviewed By bethd60 - Fairview, United States

Our tour guide, Charles, was informative and more than willing to part with the family secrets as we made our way through this beautiful home filled with the most amazing furniture and art. This is the longest house in Ireland (700 fee of frontage) and given to the people of Ireland by the Beit famiy (heir to a portion of the DeBeer diamond fortune). Be sure tocheck out the interactive displays and 3D film in the basement. BTW we had a decent lunch in the cafe.

8. Bray Head

Bray Head, Bray Ireland +353 1 286 7128 http://www.bray.ie/bray-head-walk
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Bray Head

Reviewed By BrookeMorales - London, United Kingdom

Park your car in the car park below, pay car park and walk thr Bray head. Approximately 1 hour, easy and lovely walk along the coast.

9. Powerscourt Gardens and House

Enniskerry Ireland +353 1 204 6000 [email protected] http://www.powerscourt.com
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Powerscourt Gardens and House

Voted No. 3 In the Top 10 Gardens of the World - by National Geographic! One of the world's great Gardens, Powerscourt is situated 20km south of Dublin City Centre in the foothills of the Wicklow mountains.The Garden was begun by Richard Wingfield in the 1740's and stretches out over 47 acres. It is a sublime blend of formal gardens, sweeping terraces, and ornamental lakes together with secret hollows, rambling walks, walled gardens and over 200 varieties of trees and shrubs. The House was gutted by fire in 1974 but recently has been reborn as an exceptional tourist destination. An audio visual brings to life the rich history of the Estate, while the double height Georgian Ballroom has been restored and hosts wedding and special events.The House is now home to the best in Irish design in gifts, clothes and furniture in the Avoca Stores and Interiors Gallery. Treat yourself to lunch at the Terrace Cafe where you can enjoy exceptional food, from each loaf of Irish bread to Mediterranean tarts or extraordinary salads. Come and explore all that Powerscourt House & Gardens has to offer, there's something for everyone from little explorers to garden enthusiasts!

Reviewed By L000R - Ireland, null

These house and gardens are wonderful to walk around. I would advise pick up a map when paying for ticket to ensure you know where you are going. Stunning views of the Sugar Loaf mountain and fantastic rose garden in full bloom. It was slightly hazy when we arrived but the sun burnt of the mist. Fabulous day for families and couples alike - loads to see and do

10. Wicklow Mountains National Park

Glendalough Village Ireland +353 404 45425 educationcentrewicklow @duchas.ie http://www.wicklowmountainsnationalpark.ie
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Wicklow Mountains National Park

Reviewed By aralb2018 - Australia, null

The Wicklow Mountains National Park saw me return four times from all sides of the Ireland coastline. I loved the place so much that I cancelled non-refundable hotel bookings so I could stay at Glendalough Hotel just to be closer. The Wicklow Mountains has something for everyone: history; cinema references (the PS I Love You bridge) amongst many more; scenery for the photographer; hiking and silence for those craving it. My next trip to Ireland will be based in and around the Wicklow Mountains for a minimum of a week. This place is so far, one of the more beautiful places I've ventured.

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