Location: Dalkey
Top Things to do in Dalkey
What to do and see in Dalkey, Province of Leinster: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Dalkey (/ˈdɔːkiː/; Irish: Deilginis, meaning "thorn island") is one of the most affluent suburbs of Dublin, and a seaside resort southeast of the city, and the town of Dun Laoghaire, in Ireland. It was founded as a Viking settlement and became an active port during the Middle Ages. According to chronicler John Clyn (c.1286–c.1349), it was one of the ports through which the plague entered Ireland in the mid-14th century. In modern times, Dalkey has become a seaside suburb that attracts some tourist visitors. It has been home to writers and celebrities including Jane Emily Herbert, Maeve Binchy, Hugh Leonard, Bono, Van Morrison and Enya. The village and broader area lie within the jurisdiction of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council.
Restaurants in Dalkey
1. Kayaking
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5.0 based on 243 reviews
Wonderful Guided Kayaking Tours on gentle sea waters at famous Dalkey, Co.Dublin only 20mins by Dart from Dublin City Centre. Tours suitable for complete beginners of all ages. Enjoy the peace, tranquility and beauty of Bono's home town. Meet the friendly seals and walk on Dalkey Island. You can book online. All gear and equipment provided. We also run tours and classes in other locations.
2. Biddy's Cottage Dalkey
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5.0 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By suehH2876KU
Best Craic ever! Unique experience suited to visitors and those living locally. Highly recommend it one for the bucket list!
3. Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre
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4.5 based on 436 reviews
Travel south along the coast to the heritage town of Dalkey, 30 minutes from Dublin city. At Dalkey Castle, Living History actors bring the ancient history to colourful life with archery, barber surgery and cookery, as part of every guided tour. Climb to the battlements for magnificent views of sea and mountains. Check out the Writers’ Gallery which features the work of 45 creative artists from Joyce to Bono and Beckett to Maeve Binchy. Tours every 90 minutes.
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
This is a place that is great to visit over and over. It’s a history lesson! The old church and graveyard are accessed via the Heritage Centre. Great castle to take photo’s. Recommended.
4. Dalkey Island
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By 353amyc - Dublin, Ireland
We took a kayak tour out to the island. It was a beautiful sunny morning when we were there so we got some amazing views back over Dublin from the island. The island itself is great to visit as well as you are only joined with a couple of other people and the goats and rabbits that live on the island. Well worth seeing.
5. The Club, Dalkey
6. Finnegan's of Dalkey
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By RichardS5193
Solitary Irishman in a village near where we live in Hampshire u.k. told us to come here! Said best cottage pie and Guinness for miles,not disappointed! 5 of us on trip inc 3 Americans who were very eager to come here and try. Arrived at 3.30pm but food stopped at 3pm,but April the awesome barmaid said chefs were still here and she would see if we could still have food. They were,we did,and it was the best fish pie I’ve ever had! Excellent food and great beer,Guinness and Wicklow wolf pale were great! Great place,food and superb staff! Take the trip there it is well worth your while!????????????
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