Dalkey heritage town lies on the south shore of Dublin Bay and offers an excellent base from which to explore all that Dublin has to offer.

Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre is a Visitor Centre which contains Goat Castle, one of seven fortified Town Houses, dating from the late 1300s. Here also you can experience the tranquillity of the 10th century St Begnet’s Church and Graveyard on the site. You can enjoy the Living History Live Performances, every half hour from 10am weekdays and from 11.30am on weekends, which bring Dalkey’s medieval past vividly to life.

Guided Walks
Dalkey itself is steeped in history and coupled with the beautiful setting is not to be missed. Let an experienced guide take you on a stroll back in time with a guided literary or historical walk leaving from Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre at 11.00 on Mondays; 14.00 on Wednesdays and 11.00 on Fridays. Email info@dalkeycastle.com

Dalkey Island
Gaze on the beauty of the rocky, granite island. You can see the early Christian St Begnet’s Church, the Martello Tower and the Holy Well. The herd of feral goats is traditional to the island.

Dalkey's Special Sea Birds
Discover the fantastic bird life of Dalkey with Birdwatch Ireland.
When: Tuesday Evenings from 22nd July to 19th August from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.
Where: viewing platform beside Coliemore Harbour
For further info please see: www.dlrevents.ie
Or call: +353 01 205 4748