Greystones
Greystones is a delightful coastal town in County Wicklow, Ireland, located just 27 km south of Dublin, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
Ideally located between the Irish Sea and the scenic Wicklow Mountains, this town offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and vibrant community life.
The town is famous for its stunning beaches, picturesque harbour, and the breathtaking Cliff Walk, which connects it to the neighbouring town of Bray.
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This guide will help you on your visit to this town
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Population of Greystones
The resident population is about 26,00 but this increases with visitors especially in the Summer months
Things to Do in Greystones Ireland
Visitors can explore the historic sites, or enjoy outdoor activities like golfing, sailing, and hiking. There are also various cultural events and a local farmers’ markets.
With its array of cafés, restaurants, and boutique shops, the town has a welcoming atmosphere that blends tradition and modernity, making it an ideal getaway for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.
- Visit The Whale Theatre
- Visit The Boatyard Gallery
- Enjoy the sandy South Beach
- Walk the Bray to Greystones walk
- Play a round of golf at the local club
- Try your hand at sailing at the Sailing Club
- Other sports: Gaelic, Soccer, Tennis, Rugby
- Shoreline Sports Park with many different sports facilities
Eat and Drink
There are lots of of nice cafés and restaurants here.
Perhaps the most famous is The Happy Pear which has gained widespread fame as a Café, Shop & Bakery using plant based recipes.
If you are looking for places to eat in Greystones Ireland here is our selection:
Restaurants: The Happy Pear, The Hungry Monk, Las Tapas, Tiffin, Zenobia
Pubs: The Beach House, Mrs Robinson, Burnaby Lounge
Accommodation
There is some nice accommodation in the area including hotels, bed and breakfast and self catering.
Hotels: Horse & Hound, The Glenview Hotel & Leisure Club, Wilton Hotel, The Strand Hotel
Bed and Breakfast: Glenview Park Kilpedder, Woodville B&B
Self Catering: Harbour Studio, Harbour Apartments, Mews Self Catering, Winton Grove
Glamping: Greystones Glamping – Tent 1
How Far is Greystones?
Bray: 6 km, Dublin: 30 km, Rosslare Ferry: 128 km, Dun Laoghaire: 21 km
