HeritageEasy30-45 minutes
Coliemore Harbour
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About
A tiny stone harbour facing the island, and the historic reason Dalkey exists. In the medieval period this was the main port serving Dublin, when ships anchored in the sound and ferried cargo ashore here. Today it is a handful of small boats, a slipway, and a free public telescope trained on the Martello tower and the goats across the water. The departure point for the island boats.
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Highlights
- ✓Free public telescope pointed at the island
- ✓Departure point for the Dalkey Island boats
- ✓The medieval harbour that made Dalkey Dublin's port
Tips
- →Ten-minute walk from the village down Coliemore Road
- →Best light on the island in the morning
- →Limited free parking; fills early on fine days
Best Season
SpringSummerAutumnWinter
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