Dun Laoghaire Harbour
Dun Laoghaire Harbour
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Dun Laoghaire Harbour is a much-valued public amenity used by thousands of people each day for exercising and sight-seeing as well as the facilities provided for the sailing and yachting communities. The harbour is developed and maintained by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. The following seasonal activities (May - Sept) take place in the harbour - stand up paddle boarding - scuba diving - sailing - kayaking - an aqua park - a Dublin Bay Cruise - 2km - 4km coastal walks with views of Dublin Bay & Howth - powerboating - sailing schools
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Jack Wilmith
Dublin, Ireland110 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
The place is one of the more posh- if not the poshest- of all Dublin, so if you're more into the intimate and 'real' places, look somewhere else. But granted, the pier, harbour, the wrought iron gazebos are all quite pleasant to see in themselves. But again, on a sunny day there are as many people as on a Monday morning city train.
Written August 29, 2022
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D Th
UK511 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Lovely afternoon here especially as the weather was lovely and sunny. Had fish and chips from the Fish Shack van on site. Lots of people around enjoying the view across the harbour. There are boat trips as well, check online for times. Ice cream and coffee vans also around.
Written August 24, 2021
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jestinbond
Dún Laoghaire, Ireland46 contributions
Dec 2020 • Solo
Beautiful place to have a stroll.The Amazing view, just cuts u off from the hustle bustle of the city. This comes under the little joys we need.Jus sitting there watching people walking, angling, jogging, children playing, some with dripping icecreams just cheers u up.
Written December 22, 2020
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Drumraine
Dublin, Ireland279 contributions
Aug 2022
About three miles if you walk the entire length and back. Benches here and there in case you are weary. One public toilet at the far end in okay shape if you are desperate, as are old ladies too often. Great views at every step. Perfect on a sunny day. Bring a jacket on a breezy day as there is not much shelter.
Written August 31, 2022
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Willymallaig
Mallaig, UK74 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Cracking wee wander with some really cool spots and quirky wee bays along the . The forty foot drop is pretty cool as well . Nice wee spot to gather your thoughts
Written January 25, 2023
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Mika C
Ennis, Ireland46 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
Place is clean and stunning always get excited to return everytime. Nice place to sup and take a walk. Only thing is I noticed dog poop not being picked up by people. Such a horrible thing in a beautiful place.
Written August 24, 2021
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Judith38Cork_Ireland
Cork, Ireland132 contributions
This is a lovely place to walk. It is a bus ride or DART journey from the city centre and is interesting for its maritime activities.
Written February 9, 2012
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Kymberly D
Dublin, Ireland65 contributions
Jan 2015
Dun Laoghaire pier has long been a favourite with Dubliners. If you are visiting Dublin and would like a breezy walk with super views then take the Dart south bound and get off at the station of the same name, the trip should take around 30 mins.
There are two piers with the lesser known being found after a 5-10 min walk if you take a right out of the main station exit. The larger pier with its beautiful bandstand and two tier walk way is on your left hand side past the yacht club and opposite the huge new municipal library the 'Lexicon'. The views from the Lexicon are also worth seeing. If you intend to drive, beware the Dun Laoghaire harbour parking scheme wardens, these are a lot more zealous than the main county council wardens. I believe cheaper all day parking can be found at the council car park south of the pier opposite the famous "Teddys" ice cream venue ( and now cafe). A stroll along the pier on a summer sunset is superb and even better with a Teddys ice cream. If you have small children there is a lovely playground at the Peoples Park which also hosts a farmers market on Sundays and a newly refurbished up market Cafe run by the 'Fallon and Byrne' group.
There are two piers with the lesser known being found after a 5-10 min walk if you take a right out of the main station exit. The larger pier with its beautiful bandstand and two tier walk way is on your left hand side past the yacht club and opposite the huge new municipal library the 'Lexicon'. The views from the Lexicon are also worth seeing. If you intend to drive, beware the Dun Laoghaire harbour parking scheme wardens, these are a lot more zealous than the main county council wardens. I believe cheaper all day parking can be found at the council car park south of the pier opposite the famous "Teddys" ice cream venue ( and now cafe). A stroll along the pier on a summer sunset is superb and even better with a Teddys ice cream. If you have small children there is a lovely playground at the Peoples Park which also hosts a farmers market on Sundays and a newly refurbished up market Cafe run by the 'Fallon and Byrne' group.
Written January 2, 2015
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joao_verde
dublin6 contributions
Jul 2012 • Friends
beautiful harbour built two hundred years ago - very pleasant walk........but be very very careful in the town center. It is infested with junkies and crackheads. Not a very nice place at all, with an eyesore of a half empty shopping center in the middle. Much better to go to nearby villages like Monkstown, Sandycove and Dalkey.
Written July 21, 2012
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Dave T
Ningbo, China196 contributions
Aug 2022
A lovely harbour, with beautiful views across the bay. Both piers have interesting walks. Well worth a visit!
Written January 2, 2023
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Pathfinder239833
Dublin, Ireland
Hw many people usually walk the pier each day , weather permitting
Pathfinder239833
Dublin, Ireland
how many people usually walk the east pier everyday day, weather permotting
JandA2015123
Wolverhampton, UK4 contributions
Is it flat enough for walking with a breathing difficulties. Hills and steps are a problem but flat is fine
Molmosog
301 contributions
the pier has two levels, which there a steps to access each level. from the pier you will see café and restaurants on the flat, also across from dart station some good restaurants, otherwise there is an incline if you decide to explore dun laoghaire itself. For a wonderful scenic trip with no walking take the dart out to Kiliney its runs along the coast, lovely wee café at kiliney dart station, all home baked goods and good coffee and then do the trip back.
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