Dublin to the Wicklow Mountains
Ireland
From Dublin's Georgian streets into the granite mountains of the Wicklow interior, through Sally Gap's bare moorland, the oak forest of Glenealo Valley, mirror lakes, and stone ruins. The Emerald Isle's most accessible wilderness drive, returning via the coast at Bray.
Explore on the interactive map →Stops along the route
- Dublin
Ireland's Georgian capital. Cross the Grand Canal south and watch the city thin as the Wicklow hills rise ahead on the horizon.
- Enniskerry
A photogenic estate village below Powerscourt Waterfall, the highest in Ireland. The Powerscourt Estate gardens are among the finest in Europe.
- Sally Gap
The high moorland crossroads at Wicklow's heart. Bare peat bog stretches to every horizon; the Military Road built after the 1798 rebellion crosses here.
- Glendalough
A 6th-century monastic settlement in the Valley of Two Lakes, with a round tower, cathedral ruins, and oak forest. Ireland's most atmospheric early Christian site.
- Bray
A Victorian seaside town where the Wicklow coastal road meets Dublin Bay. The Harbour Bar is the traditional last stop before the final run back to the capital.
Where to Eat
- Poppies CaféCafé
A charming café in Enniskerry known for its homemade cakes and hearty breakfasts.
- The Wicklow Heather RestaurantIrish
A cozy restaurant in Laragh offering traditional Irish dishes with locally sourced ingredients.
- The MartelloSeafood
A seaside restaurant in Bray specializing in fresh seafood and offering stunning ocean views.
Things to Do
- Powerscourt Estate and GardensHistoric Site
Explore the 47-acre estate featuring beautifully landscaped gardens and a historic mansion.
- Powerscourt WaterfallNature
Visit Ireland's highest waterfall at 121 meters, set amidst scenic woodlands.
- Bray Head Cliff WalkHike
A picturesque coastal trail offering panoramic views of the Irish Sea and surrounding cliffs.