- Day 1: Start in Drogheda, visiting the Millmount Museum. Have lunch with seafood chowder. Explore St. Peter’s Church and its relics in the afternoon.
- Day 2: Take a morning trip to the Boyne Valley for a tour of Newgrange. Spend the afternoon at Monasterboice for its historic high crosses.
- Day 3: Visit Carlingford for a morning hike in the Cooley Mountains. Explore the medieval village and its castle in the afternoon.
Couple
A couple might plan their three days around historic ruins and serene coastal settings. On the first day, visit Monasterboice Monastic Site to walk among the high crosses, round tower, and church ruins in quiet surroundings, taking time to appreciate the carved details and peaceful graveyard.
The second day could include Carlingford Town for a gentle stroll through the medieval streets and along the harbour, followed by views across the lough to distant mountains.
The third day, head to Mellifont Abbey for exploration of the Cistercian ruins and octagonal lavabo in calm open grounds, ending with a relaxed drive through nearby countryside for shared moments.
Family
A family can structure three days to suit everyone. The first day starts at Carlingford Greenway for easy cycling or walking along the old railway path with lough views that engage the children and appeal to the father’s outdoor preferences, with nearby cafés and small shops for the mother.
The second day heads to Carlingford Adventure Centre for treetop activities or zip lines that excite the children and suit the father’s interests, plus town stops for the mother to sample local food and browse.
The third day includes beaches near Clogherhead or similar coastal spots for play in the sand and sea that keep the family active, with village halts for the mother to enjoy regional treats and visit local stores.
Solo Traveller
A solo traveller can enjoy a calm three-day visit focused on personal pace and reflection. On the first day, begin at Drogheda Millmount for a self-guided look at the museum exhibits and panoramic views from the mound in quiet surroundings.
The second day follows to Proleek Dolmen for a solitary exploration of the ancient portal tomb and its megalithic setting.
The third day takes in St Laurence Gate in Drogheda for a walk to view the medieval barbican and nearby historic features, perhaps combined with time along coastal paths near Carlingford Lough for serene observation.
Itineraries
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County Louth:
Ireland’s county Louth is a county of historic depth and coastal beauty, with Drogheda’s St Peter’s Church housing a historic shrine and the Boyne Valley offering ancient sites like Newgrange, a UNESCO-listed passage tomb just over the border in county Meath. Carlingford’s medieval streets and castle provide scenic walks, while Dundalk’s coastal paths add natural allure. Other attractions include the Cooley Peninsula’s hiking trails. Louth is Ireland’s smallest county by size (821 sq km) and 17th largest by population (139,703). Population peaked at 128,240 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 63,665 in 1926. In terms of hospitality, Louth is Ireland’s 21st most visited tourist county with around 108,000 international visitors per year.
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