Start at Bray DART Station, a charming 19th-century hub with a red-brick facade, centrally located near the seafront. Head south (5-minute walk) to Bray Seafront Promenade, a lively strip with Victorian charm. Pop into The Martello on Strand Road for a quick coffee or artisan scone.
Stroll north (10 minutes) to Bray Head base, where the Saturday Bray Market (near the Carlisle Grounds) offers stalls with local breads and hot food. Grab a cheap lunch, try a fresh fish taco from The Fish Bar. Arrive by 12:30 PM to avoid crowds; it’s a no-reservations gem.
Walk west (10 minutes) to St. Paul’s Church, a 19th-century Gothic-style church with a serene graveyard, offering a glimpse of Bray’s heritage.
Head south (10 minutes) to The Porterhouse Bray on Strand Road, a traditional pub with sea views. Grab a pint or a quick bite like their signature chowder in a no-bookings setting.
Continue north (10 minutes) along Quinsborough Road to the Mermaid Arts Centre, hosting small exhibits of local art (free entry, check Saturday hours).
Walk east (10 minutes) to Main Street and Platform Pizza Bar for a hot chocolate or coffee.. Browse nearby shops like Bray Shopping Centre.
End (10-minute walk) at Bray Heritage Centre near the seafront, with small displays on Bray’s Victorian and maritime history, offering a cultural capstone. Grab a 99 ice cream from Gino’s Gelato on Strand Road to enjoy by the shore.
Largest town walking tour
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Population of towns in county Wicklow
Towns
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Villages
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Wicklow:
Ireland’s county Wicklow is known as the Garden of Ireland for its lush landscapes, with Glendalough’s monastic ruins and round tower set amidst serene lakes and valleys. The Wicklow Mountains National Park offers hiking trails with stunning views, while Powerscourt Estate’s manicured gardens and waterfall add natural elegance. Other attractions include the coastal paths of Bray. Wicklow is Ireland’s 17th largest county by size (,025 sq km) and 16th largest by population (155,851). Population peaked at 126,143 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 57,591 in 1926. In terms of hospitality, Wicklow is Ireland’s twelfth most visited tourist county with around 204,000 international visitors per year.
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