Dun Laoghaire

City

Dun Laoghaire is a coastal city with great English schools in the south of Dublin

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Dun Laoghaire is a city south of Dublin with a population of 26.500, and it is just 20 minutes by train to Dublin city.

Dun Laoghaire is part of Laoghaire–Rathdown County, which perfectly balances the vibrant capital and the seaside town.

The area also has a rich cultural heritage: the James Joyce Museum at the Sandycove Martello Tower, the setting for the opening chapter of Ulysses; the Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre; the Maritime Museum in Dún Laoghaire; and many archaeological sites spread throughout the County.

Around Laoghaire, you can go hill-walking, horse-riding, golfing, or enjoy a host of other activities, all set in spectacular countryside.

The villages and towns offer a wide selection of shops, shopping malls, restaurants, and pubs, as well as evening entertainment with music, theatre, and cinemas.

Most popular tourist attractions and things to do and see in Dun Laoghaire

  • Dalkey Castle.
  • Dun Laoghaire Harbour.
  • Dun Laoghaire Pier.
  • James Joyce´s Tower & Museum.
  • Killiney Hill Park.
  • Lexicon Library and Cultural Centre.
  • National Maritime Museum of Ireland.
  • Pavilion Theatre.
  • People´s Park.
  • Peoples Park farmers market.

Location

CityDun Laoghaire
CountryIreland
Population (hab)26,500
Latitude53.294422
Longitude-6.133621
Altitude (m.a.s.l.)24

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Active Language Learning

Active Language Learning

English language school in Dun Laoghaire, family run English school with over 30 years experience at the seaside town, 15 min by train from Dublin

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