Tallaght is a large, busy town located about eight miles south west of Dublin city centre, in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains. An ancient settlement that developed round an important 8th Century monastery, Tallaght has expanded very quickly since the 1970s to become a centre for industry, housing, sports, shopping, arts and culture, with a shiny new arts centre, Rua Red, recently adding to the existing venues and theatres. The old village, with its intimate shops and eateries, sits alongside a modern town centre filled with hotels, bars, civic buildings and a huge shopping complex called The Square, one of the biggest in Ireland. Here, visitors can spend many happy hours browsing more than 160 stores. The Square also boasts a multiplex cinema and a choice of restaurants. Despite its predominantly urban character, Tallaght offers some lovely changes of scenery with green spaces such as Tymon Park, whose lakes are home to large wildfowl colonies, and the Sean Walsh Memorial Park, where families may like to savour the attractive ornamental gardens and water features before heading off for a spot of retail therapy at the neighbouring Square. Golfers have a choice of several excellent courses, including Newlands Golf Club, within easy reach of Tallaght.
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Places to Stay near Tallaght
Blackthorn Farm (66.40 miles)
Blackthorn farm is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, and most rooms have fantastic views. We are minutes from the ferry terminal in Holyhead for sailings to Ireland. ... More
Boathouse Hotel (66.81 miles)
Just 4 minutes from Holyhead's ferry port and with fabulous views overlooking the marina, the Boathouse Hotel offers en suite accommodation, fresh food, a bar and free parking. On the edge of ... More
Witchingham B&B (67.26 miles)
Holyhead Lodge (67.38 miles)
Wavecrest (67.39 miles)
Ideally located 100 yards from the beach yet just only 3 minutes from the ferry/rail terminal and 2 minutes walk into the town centre for pubs and eating places. All rooms at ... More
Travelodge Holyhead (67.50 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Trearddur Bay Hotel (68.03 miles)
Sunnyside Holiday Cottage (69.68 miles)
Sunnyside provides excellent accommodation on 2/3 floors for familes and groups wishing to stay in the popular village of Four Mile Bridge, near Trearddur Bay and Rhoscolyn and their sandy ... More
Hotel Cymyran (71.34 miles)
Enjoying spectacular views of the Snowdonia mountain range, this family-run hotel offers a warm welcome on the west coast of Anglesey, just minutes away from the beach. During your stay, the team ... More
Salem Fach (71.39 miles)
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Commanding panoramic countryside views, this charming and very comfortable cottage is perfectly located for exploring the delightful island of Anglesey, with its beautiful sandy beaches, historic monuments ... More
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