Attraction1-2 hours
South Beach
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About
Greystones' broad sandy beach, south of the harbour, with Blue Flag status every year since 2016. The swimming-and-sitting beach of the town, backed by a flat coastal path that runs on south toward Kilcoole. The sandy counterpoint to the pebbly North Beach.
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Highlights
- ✓Blue Flag since 2016
- ✓Sandy swimming beach
- ✓Coastal path south to Kilcoole
Tips
- →Blue Flag status applies to South Beach; confirm the current year before relying on it.
- →The sea is cold even in summer.
Best Season
Summer
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