Dundalk - one of Ireland's largest towns - has a whole range of attractions to interest every member of the family, from sports to shopping, and beaches to indoor games and amusements, including ice- skating and tenpin bowling. This is a place where visitors may explore the past at museums, exhibitions, historic buildings and ancient sites (children can't resist throwing coins to make a wish at the Proleek dolmen) while also enjoying the best in contemporary restaurants, bars and entertainments, arts and crafts. Situated close to the border with Northern Ireland, Dundalk is the county town of Louth, the so-called "land of legends". It's located close to the beautiful Carlingford Lough, where water-based activities include great angling and sailing as well as more extreme sports such as kitesurfing. Land-lovers, meanwhile, will find plenty to do - golfing, riding, cycling or, perhaps, mountaineering - in the spectacular countryside of the Cooley Peninsula, although the less athletic may prefer to have a flutter on the horses or greyhounds at Dundalk Stadium. Sightseers will be endlessly busy, with some of the most popular destinations including the County Museum, Burns Cottage (the home of Scottish poet Robert's sister Agnes), the sensory garden of St Leonard's and, about ten minutes' drive away, Knockabbey Castle and Gardens.
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Places to Stay near Dundalk
Portpatrick Hotel (77.48 miles)
We are blessed with having some beautiful ... More | visit website
Dunskey Guest House (77.69 miles)
Fernhill Hotel (77.69 miles)
With breath taking views over the village and harbour of the picturesque village of Portpatrick, Fernhill Hotel is the best place in the area to relax and enjoy the fantastic views, play the superb golf ... More | visit website
Tigh Na Mara Hotel (80.07 miles)
Tigh na Mara Hotel boasts an enviable location, situated within a stone's throw of a beautiful stretch of unspoilt, sandy beach. This area features some of Scotland’s most spectacular coastline ... More
Torrs Warren Country House Hotel (80.94 miles)
A quiet family run hotel ideal for the ferry to Ireland or exploring the Rhins in the southwest of Scotland. We have a licensed bar and restaurant and all the ... More
Cross Haven Guest House (82.88 miles)
Mick and Gayle Holmes guarantee you a warm welcome on your arrival at Cross Haven. It is a beautiful Victorian villa refurbished by us to a high standard. Formerly a ... More
Fernlea Guest House (82.89 miles)
Close to Stranraer’s town centre and ferry port, this charming family-run bed and breakfast is housed in an attractive, stone-built Victorian property, boasting fine original woodwork and ceilings. With just 3 rooms, ... More
Abonny Guest House (82.96 miles)
Abonny Guest House is a family bed and breakfast accommodation situated close to Stranraer town centre, ferry, rail and bus terminals.The guest house is totally non-smoking and offers both en-suite ... More
Marine House Hotel (82.97 miles)
Jim & Fiona Wood welcome you to the Marine House Hotel website. Our well furnished and decorated hotel is in the town of Stranraer, in the southwest of Scotland. We ... More
The Swan Inn (83.02 miles)
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