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Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

Dún Laoghaire is a seaside town and ferry port situated some 12 km south of Dublin city centre. The name derives from its founder, Laoghaire, a 5th century High King of Ireland, who chose the site as a sea base from which to carry out raids on Britain and France.

The harbour is notable for its two granite piers - one of which is the busiest pier with people walking on it in Ireland - and is home to four yacht clubs.

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Rasam

Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

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Nisheeth Tak's appealing Rasam Restaurant in Glasthule has a devoted regular clientele ...

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Cavistons Seafood Restaurant & Food Emporium

Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

Fish Shop / Restaurant / Speciality Store

Caviston's of Sandycove has been a mecca for lovers of good food since 1947 - and this ...

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Gardens

National Botanic Gardens

Dublin 9, Dublin City

These extensive gardens on the north of Dublin city contain an important plant collection which includes approximately 20,000 species and cultivars. Features worth travelling for include include some stunning herbaceous displays, rose garden, roc ...

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Golf

Castleknock Golf Club

Dublin 15, Dublin City
Course Type: Parkland

Castleknock Golf Club is a recent addition to the Dublin golfing scene. It is set in a truly serene oasis and is designed to reflect the grandeur of its location as it is on lands that were part of the Somerton Demesne originally owned by Sir Geo ...

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Self Catering

The Merrion Mews & Stables

Dublin 2, Dublin City

Dublin’s only surviving intact example of Georgian Domestic architecture at No. 63 Fitzwilliam Lane, Dublin 2. This quaint and charming 18th Century holiday retreat in the heart of the city has been restored to its original charm. The Mew ...

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Fingal Food Fayre - Rush - County Dublin

Fingal Food Fayre

Fingal Arts Centre

Rush, County Dublin

Last Sunday of every month, 12-5pm.

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Tourist Attractions

Little Museum of Dublin

Dublin 2, Dublin City

The Little Museum of Dublin tells the story of Ireland’s capital city in the 20th Century. The social, cultural and political history of Dublin is chronicled in the Little Museum. There are simple artifacts that encourage contemplation ...

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Wedding Venues

King Sitric Fish Restaurant & Accommodation

Howth, Co. Dublin

Named after an 11th century Norse King of Dublin who had close links with Howth and was a cousin of the legendary Brian Boru, Aidan and Joan MacManus’ striking harbourside establishment is one of Dublin’s longest established fine dini ...

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