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Wicklow
Mountain passes, monastic ruins, gardens and coastal scenery just south of Dublin.
ExploreGlendalough and the Wicklow Mountains
Best timeApril to October
Time needed2–4 days
Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks
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Why visit Wicklow?
Mountain passes, monastic ruins, gardens and coastal scenery just south of Dublin.
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Top 20 landmarks and attractions
A curated starting point for planning your time in the county.
- 01Glendalough Monastic Site
- 02Wicklow Mountains National Park
- 03Powerscourt Estate and Gardens
- 04Powerscourt Waterfall
- 05Sally Gap
- 06Lough Tay
- 07Bray Head
- 08Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk
- 09Mount Usher Gardens
- 10Russborough House
- 11Avondale Forest Park
- 12Glenmalure
- 13The Great Sugar Loaf
- 14Wicklow Gaol
- 15Kilruddery House and Gardens
- 16Blessington Lakes
- 17Victor’s Way
- 18Djouce Mountain
- 19Avoca Village
- 20Vale of Avoca
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