Title: Skerries Travel Guide: Best of Skerries, County Fingal Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Skerries](https://expedia.co.uk/Skerries-Hotels.d500704.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Skerries](https://expedia.co.uk/Skerries-Holiday-Rentals.d500704.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Skerries](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Skerries.d500704.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Skerries Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Skerries.d500704.Car-Hire-Guide)[Skerries Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Skerries.d500704.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Skerries Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo by Diana Agatha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/79e2bc9e1fc58cca743e1b75504dbbd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Diana Agatha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/79e2bc9e1fc58cca743e1b75504dbbd1.jpg) ![Photo by Ariel Moniz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a1a267bb4bfb3730f24c0255ffc6172e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ariel Moniz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a1a267bb4bfb3730f24c0255ffc6172e.jpg) ## Visit Skerries Things to do #### The historic fishing port of Skerries is situated on a peninsula about 15 miles north of Dublin city in the Republic of Ireland. A visit to this small town guarantees breathtaking views of the coast and an uncomplicated pace of life. With a colourful history behind it, the town is now a popular seaside resort. Overlooking the Irish Sea, with a series of small islands accessible just off the coast, you’ll find **Skerries** is a prime spot for bird watching, as well as country walks and golf. But it’s not just nature on offer here – you will also love its quirky restaurants, cafes and shops, and the town even hosts an annual motorbike festival. ### History of Skerries As the legend goes, St. Patrick first arrived in Ireland via **Skerries**, landing on the nearby Church Island. The town was also the location for the Vikings’ first raid on Ireland. It is only in the last century that **Skerries** has become a popular seaside resort, and has developed many activities to keep its visitors entertained including golf, sailing, motorbiking and well-maintained paths for unbeatable walks along the Irish coastline. ### Explore the Islands Off Skerries Every time you stroll along the beach you will be graced with the romantic views of the islands that help sit invitingly just out to sea. These five uninhabited islands make for a striking and poetic sight. Nature lovers will be excited to learn that a range of wildlife lives here including the largest breeding colony of Roseate Terns in Europe. You can even take a guided boat tour and visit the unmanned lighthouse on Rockabill Island. ### Skerries Mills The [Skerries Mills](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Skerries-Mills-Skerries.d6167230.Attraction), located in the centre of town, are certain to delight historians. Visible from miles around, the windmills that stand here are iconic Irish landmarks. They once powered the town’s flour production and are still in action today. A visit to the mills will give you a glimpse of **Skerries**, as it would have appeared in the 18th century. A fun and informative family day out, why not grab lunch in the Watermill Cafe afterwards? ### Festivals in Skerries The keen mechanic and motorcyclist will definitely want to attend the annual **Skerries** motorcycle race, ‘**Skerries** 100’. A great spectator’s event with a buzzing atmosphere, this festival is now part of the town’s heritage and has been held here every July since 1946. **Skerries** is also home to the annual Soundwave Festival that blends an eclectic range of music acts with arts and crafts activities. It’s great fun for the whole family, and a wonderful way to support the local music scene. You may even find an international act or two! ### Shopping in Skerries While a short drive into Dublin will take you to all the high street stores you know and love, **Skerries** has a wonderfully quaint selection of independent curiosity shops. Find a frock in one of the town’s clothing stores, or browse through wooden toys and old-fashioned sweet shops with the kids. You could even pick up some local art as a souvenir. ### Enjoy Skerries With so much on offer in **Skerries**, and Dublin just a short drive away, you’ll get a little of everything in this quaint seaside town. Book your trip today. - Top hotels in Skerries - Top Holiday Rentals in Skerries ![Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226300/2226273/e2455e3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin £99 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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! (7,250 reviews) shuttle bus handy Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=2226273&PinnedHotelID=2226273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=500704) ![Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100720000/100717700/100717697/4011a7b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin 26 - 33 Arran Street East Dublin £87 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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! (2,930 reviews) Great room, fab location and overall really amazing. 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(2,246 reviews) Nice modern hotel, very clean, staff were friendly and very close to the best amenities in the local area Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Zanzibar-Locke.h51282532.Hotel-Information) ![Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2090000/2082100/2082006/1643f38c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street 42-76 St Augustine Street Dublin Dublin Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,855 reviews) Everything was very smooth and easy. The apartment was clean and accommodated all of us. Everything is within walking distance of the hotel. I would stay here again. 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