If a person only has one day to do a day trip from Dublin, what would you recommend? I would like to see some Irish countryside. Thanks!
Posted by
wichita, kansas
484 posts
I would look for a tour that includes Powerscourt and Glendalough. There are several companies which offer these tours including Bus Eireann which I took and enjoyed. Irish Rail does a half day tour of Avoca(Ballykissangel) and Glendalough.
Posted by
Niagara Wine Country, Canada
808 posts
You might like to chat up your Flight Crew if the opportunity presents itself. Often we only have 48-72 hours at destination and often become expert at "speed touring".
I like the sound of previous poster's suggestion. Must look into that for next time!
Posted by
Centennial, CO
189 posts
Matt, either do one of two day trips: Mary Gibbons Tour of Boyne Valley (www.newgrangetours.com) or Wild Wicklow Tour to the Glendalough monasteries, Gardens of Powerscourt and Malahie Castle. Dorsey
Posted by
Land of La
9221 posts
As much as I LOVED Newgrange, Glendalough made me feel like I was truly in the land of my ancestors. Literally brought tears to my eyes and caused chills up my spine as I walked around St. Kevin's.
Posted by
Danville, VT
12040 posts
For more information, there's a great TI sitting near Dublin castle in a converted church. Although I have not visited it, I believe the ancient tomb at Newgrange lies within daytripping distance.
Posted by
Bloomington, IL, USA
9371 posts
Having been to both, if you have to choose between a day trip to Glendalough and one to Newgrange, I'd definitely vote for Glendalough. In addition to the ancient monastic settlement there are beautiful lakes to hike to and a wonderful little museum with a very informative film about Ireland in that age of history.