What to do in Ashbourne

Activities, attractions and tours

Ashbourne Attractions

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Places of interest in Ashbourne

Ashbourne is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Ashbourne, and make it a breeze to explore Ashbourne and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Ashbourne to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Ashbourne attractions

Ashbourne has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Ashbourne to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ashbourne.

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Top places to visit

1. Trinity College

Ireland's most prestigious university was founded by Elizabeth I in 1592 in the hope of offering Dublin’s sons a reason to pursue their studies at home, away from the infectious threat of popery on the continent.
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Trinity College which includes heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and an administrative building

2. Guinness Storehouse

St. James’s Gate Brewery has been home to Guinness since 1759. The impressive building, formerly the Guinness fermentation plant, has been remodelled into the shape of a giant pint of the “black stuff”.
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Guinness Storehouse featuring signage, a city and heritage architecture

3. Aviva Stadium

Opened in 2010, the stadium was built on the site of the old Lansdowne Road Stadium, which was dismantled in 2007. When you arrive, you’ll see from its dauntless but delicate curves just what a modern architectural marvel this is – the Aviva Stadium has even won a prestigious British Construction Industry Award. With a capacity for a whopping 50,000 spectators, the stadium’s sheer size alone is a sight to behold.
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Aviva Stadium featuring street scenes and modern architecture

4. St. Stephen's Green

Follow the signs to “Faiche Stiabhna”, as the Irish call St. Stephen’s Green, for an inner-city oasis. Admire the Victorian buildings, play soccer, throw a frisbee, watch people, jog, feed the ducks, doze or have a picnic in this popular Dublin park. You could also bring a novel written by one of Dublin’s great authors and read it at the very spot where they found their inspiration!
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St. Stephen\'s Green featuring a monument, street scenes and a garden

5. Dublin Castle

While most of the building dates to the 1800s, its ancient heritage is still evident in the ancient Record Tower. This sole surviving element of Dublin Castle’s medieval origins is a magnificent stone stalwart. It is the perfect complement to the adjoining 19th century Chapel Royal, built in the Gothic Revival style.
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Dublin Castle featuring a park, heritage elements and heritage architecture

6. O'Connell Street

O’Connell Street is among Dublin’s busiest and recognizable parts. It consists of a wide boulevard divided by spaces for trees and works of art. Admire the many historic buildings and peruse the upscale boutiques that line this busy street.
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O\'Connell Street which includes heritage elements, a city and street scenes

Recommended things to do in Ashbourne

Number of things to do
13
Things to do from
£7
Cheapest thing to do
The Mystical Hill of Tara: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

Popular places to visit

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Tayto Park

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Ireland may be known for its lush forests and sparkling lakes, but that doesn’t mean your visit here needs to be sedate. For a day of family thrills, hit the rides at one of Ireland’s largest theme parks, the potato-themed Tayto Park in Ashbourne, County Meath. With a range of activities to please everyone from young children to the grown-ups, you’ll easily find something to keep you entertained.

Tayto Park
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Ashbourne Golf Club

In a country packed with historic golf courses, Ashbourne Golf Club is rather rare for an Irish course, in that it wasn’t founded until the 1990s. However, what it lacks in age it more than makes up for in quality – a fantastic course with challenging holes, you’ll find that Ashbourne Golf Club easily outshines many of its competitors.

Ashbourne Golf Club