Blessington Travel Guide

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An amazing area of peace and tranquility. Blessington lakes, co Wicklow
An amazing area of peace and tranquility. Blessington lakes, co Wicklow
Russborough House, an 18th century palladian villa just outside Dublin - great spot for a day trip
Dog: "I keep an eye on you girls!" In Ireland, sheep herding with border collies is very popular. (In the fall the stalks are released between the ewes. Every ewe that is covered is marked with a colour.) #Culture

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Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin
The price is £98 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£98
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,327 reviews)
Good stay. Great sleep

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

4 out of 5
26 - 33 Arran Street East Dublin
The price is £83 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£83
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,171 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
The price is £87 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£87
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,788 reviews)
Lobby, restaurant great for working

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
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Zanzibar Locke

Zanzibar Locke

4 out of 5
34 ORMOND QUAY LOWER Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,303 reviews)
Great staff, really helpful lovely hotel in great location

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Zanzibar Locke
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

4 out of 5
8 Bride Street Dublin Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,070 reviews)
Yes ! Very clean ! Very nice and helpful staff !! Happy staying at this Staycity Dublin Hotel ( half hotel and half apartment ) Very satisfied staying even 3 nights!

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle
Broc House Suites

Broc House Suites

3.5 out of 5
53 Nutley Lane Dublin
Stay at this apartment in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (236 reviews)
Excellent accommodation spotlessly clean and with everything we needed. Really handy for access into town. I’ll stay here again

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Broc House Suites
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Popular places to visit

Russborough House

Russborough House sits near the Blessington Lakes in County Wicklow in the Republic of Ireland. Set in parkland and built in the 18th Century in the Italian Palladian style, the mansion is believed to be the longest house in Ireland, with a frontage spanning approximately 700 feet.

Russborough House

Wicklow County Council

After visiting Wicklow County Council, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Blessington. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

Wicklow County Council

Blessington Reserve

You can take time to visit Blessington Reserve during your travels to Blessington. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

Blessington Reserve

National Botanic Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of National Botanic Gardens and enjoy the golf courses in Blessington. Visit the spas and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

National Botanic Gardens

Tramway Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Tramway Theatre during your trip to Blessington. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

Tramway Theatre

Peter Finnegan Park

Explore the great outdoors at Peter Finnegan Park, a lovely green space in Blessington. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

Peter Finnegan Park

Things to do

Our 1st stop

Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)

£60
per adult
Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)
Picture 4 for Activity Afternoon Tea & Gin Masterclass

Afternoon Tea & Gin Masterclass

£56
per adult
Afternoon Tea & Gin Masterclass
Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tou

Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)

£60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)
Taylors Three Rock

Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket

£73
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket
Dublin: Cocktail Masterclass

Dublin: Cocktail Masterclass

£39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Cocktail Masterclass
Dublin: Gin Masterclass with Welcome Drink & Tasting Flight

Dublin: Gin Masterclass with Welcome Drink & Tasting Flight

£35
per adult
Dublin: Gin Masterclass with Welcome Drink & Tasting Flight
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Reviews of Blessington

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5/5 - Excellent

John

Wonderful venue for a wedding plus reception.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A beautiful area only half hour drive takes you to the stunning Glendalough, great walks amazing scenery, or spend an hour driving up to Sally Gap some amazing scenery. Also a good spot for the races 20mins to Punchestown or 30 to the Curragh