Top 5: Small Towns in Ireland

Malahide

Only a short drive from the bustling city of Dublin, this charming town is a great daytrip from the city or even an alternative place to stay instead of finding lodging in Dublin. It’s a fishing town with a small beach and large marina. The most popular attraction is Malahide Castle. It was inhabited for nearly 800 years and can be toured by visitors. It’s rumored to be haunted.

Adare

This town is a picturesque area with many visiting just to take photos of the scenery and natural beauty. There are many cute cottages placed throughout the town and a main street lined with stone buildings. There are also medieval monasteries and ruins.

Wicklow

This area is well-known for the Wicklow Mountains and accompanying town. It was founded by Vikings in the eighth century. There are still ruins of the Black Castle from the Norman invasion. It’s a small town but has lots of charm and history.

Enniskerry

Fans of romance films might already know this town, but for those who don’t it is the setting of a long list of movies including P.S. I Love You and Leap Year. There are many adorable cottages, tea rooms and restaurants. While in the, area tour Powerscourt Waterfall, the highest in Ireland.

Dingle

This medieval hilltop town is situated on the famous Dingle Peninsula and overlooking a harbor. It’s a quintessential Irish town with traditional music and those famous rolling green hills. There are also hundreds of sheep roaming about.