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Glendalough Monastic Site

Explore the historic Glendalough Monastic City with its round tower, scenic lakes, and walking trails in Wicklow.

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Where
Co Wicklow (Outdoors)Directions
Opening times
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Phone
(0404) 45325
Official site

Opening hours

Status
ScheduleOpen at any hour, with no gate, ticket desk or closing time.

Monastic monuments and lakes are accessible all year round at any time of day.

Plan your visit

Family practicalities

Suits all agesTime: 2-3 hoursOutdoors
  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site
  • Toilets

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What to expect

Glendalough Monastic Site in County Wicklow features a world-famous 6th-century monastic settlement with a striking round tower, cathedral ruins, and ancient churches. Families can explore the historic monuments freely, walk around the scenic upper and lower lakes, and enjoy nearby nature trails in the Wicklow Mountains National Park.

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Time to allow
2-3 hours
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Categories

  • historic site
  • cultural and historic

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