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Hill of Slane

161 Reviews

#2 of 8 things to do in Slane

Sights & Landmarks, Historic Sites, Ancient Ruins

Slane, Ireland

Review Highlights

“Tour was amazing!”

Thomas was our tour guide. This was such a great experience. We were ahead of schedule and Gretta... read more

Reviewed November 19, 2018

Jean M

Kokomo, Indiana

“Picturesque ”

There isn’t a lot to see, some pleasant church ruins, however it’s very picturesque. If you are in... read more

Reviewed November 19, 2018

tuesdayjones

Sydney

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4.5 161 reviews

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Very good31%
Average9%
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Terrible1%

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“st patrick”(16 reviews)

“car park”(15 reviews)

“spectacular views”(4 reviews)

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Jean M

Kokomo, Indiana

164

Reviewed November 19, 2018

Tour was amazing!

Thomas was our tour guide. This was such a great experience. We were ahead of schedule and Gretta was so flexible with us. There was such a great view, so much history all around us.

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank Jean M

tuesdayjones

Sydney

18899

Reviewed November 19, 2018 via mobile

Picturesque

There isn’t a lot to see, some pleasant church ruins, however it’s very picturesque. If you are in Slane it’s only a few minutes drive or a brisk walk up the hill to see the view. And it’s a fantastic view. Go first thing if...More

Date of experience: May 2018

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2020vision

Dundonald, Belfast.

580198

Reviewed October 29, 2018 via mobile

Fabulous views!

This is a great place to go to blow the cobwebs away and see spectacular views . There are ruins of an abbey , a church and a very interesting graveyard . You can see for miles around in every direction . A definite" must...More

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank 2020vision

Tvler8

St. Albert, Canada

44075

Reviewed October 20, 2018

Incredible history to be discovered here "Kodak Moment"

Absolutely a fantastic place to learn about Irish History. It is truly a Kodak Moment location. Plenty of history

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank Tvler8

lexmiller

Burlington, Massachusetts

861580

Reviewed September 25, 2018

Bring your camera!

Came here with our marvelous day tour with Day Tours Unplugged - only 8 guests, 4 incredible stops including Newgrange, Monasterboice, Hill of Slane and Hill of Tara. Hill of Slane is an incredible spot, you can see so far in all directions, a stunning...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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brianturtle2017

Belfast, United Kingdom

Reviewed September 15, 2018 via mobile

History leddon

Just been to hill of Slane for the first time and really enjoyed looming st the old ruins and burial grounds. Being for Co Antrim where St Patrick also visited we felt much at home

Date of experience: September 2018

1 Thank brianturtle2017

Susan M

Reviewed September 1, 2018

Fantastic Tour

An often overlooked site, even by myself who lives not 40 min away! Plenty of history, great stories and, on a clear day, amazing views. Well worth a visit and even better to take a tour - there is so much that a guide can...More

Date of experience: August 2018

3 Thank Susan M

Annette M

Adelaide, Australia

155

Reviewed August 11, 2018 via mobile

Lovely views, historical hill

If you are in Slane you should take the time to visit. Lots of history, great views. Great for families, the ruins are fascinating. There is no charge to visit and parking was easy.

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank Annette M

merrillkri

Reviewed August 5, 2018 via mobile

Nice way to spend an hour in the countryside

This is a convenient, free, easy little stop to take in some history with great views. Kids loved it.

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank merrillkri

Wilderberries

3318

Reviewed August 1, 2018 via mobile

Picnic. A very noisy picnic.

A large group of mammies met up for picnic with the kids. Very simple. The kids had super fun. One brought a football (which I’d say don’t as the ruins are shaky enough without being pounded by a ball). Sitting inside the roof less Church...More

Date of experience: July 2018

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GrumpyFleming

Do you know local volunteers give very interesting free tours on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 2pm? And they do it for free.

April 26, 2018|

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Sorry don't know. Ask Collette at the Slane Tourist Info Office WorldWideWeb visitslane (.)ie/ +353 41 982 4000

Kimberly W

How long do you think this attraction would take to see? 2 adults only.

April 8, 2017|

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You could walk from the car park up the hill and back again in an hour but to see all the 'sights' you should allow another hour to do it justice.

BarryStraughan

What is the admission for this site and how long does it take to get to the Hills of Tara from here? Is it better to view the Hills of Slane or the hills of Tara first when coming from Tullynally Castle Gardens? Thank you in advance.

March 6, 2016|

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It's free (as is Tara). From Tara to Slane is about 20mins. Tullynallen is quite a bit further away and the route is along narrow roads. So the route is: Tullynallen ->90 mins-> Tara -> 20mins -> Slane

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