I grew up near 'Dollier', as we locals call it. Like many Dubs, I learned to drive on the strand, up and down we went, slowy, carefully and never doing any harm. Unfortunately those days are gone now, cars are limited to just a small area within the confines of the strand, but this ensures that most of the beach... More

A very long beach and shallow and safe waters. Beware of learner drivers and "little boy racers". Gets full on a sunny day and is prone to excessive littering. Good for a jog. Check out "Bull Island nature reserve. More

Very shallow sea and the tide goes very far. Undeveloped which makes it attractive in its own right. Good observation tower for birds, near St Annes Park and on the way to Howth which would make a good combined trip. More

So close to the city and but sooooo cold !!!!!!!!!!! More

This is just a short busride from the city centre on the north side of Dublin Bay. It is a favourite spot for paragliders, walkers, courting couples (you can drive your car onto the beach) and for birdwatching the great variety of sea birds that frequent the waters edge and the flatlands when the tide is out. It is much... More

Long, sandy beach on an island in Dublin Bay. Panoramic views of Howth head. Dense sand dunes and home to two well known 18 hole golf courses. Ideal for birdwatching as it is the nearest bird santuary to a capital city in the world. However, water very cold and infested with jellyfish at certain times of the year. Extremely popular... More