Dungarvan Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Bainnlann Chul na nGabhar Art Gallery

Bainnlann Chul na nGabhar Art Gallery, Dungarvan

 deisecailin Says:  New gallery in Dungarvan town - authentic name plate - originally a dairy, now a great art space. Only name plate in Dungarvan in old Irish script. Bainnlann = Dairy (and there's a story behind the derivation of this word) Chul = a small piece or parcel of land & Gabhar =... 

An Rinn (Ring)

An Rinn (Ring), Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  Ring or 'An Rinn' in Irish is an official Gaeltacht area near Dungarvan. A Gaeltacht area is an area in whihc the predominant language used locally is Irish. Gaeltacht areas in Ireland are mostly located along the west coast such as Kerry (the Dingle Peninsula) Galway and... 

Walk Around Town

Walk Around Town, Dungarvan

 clunker Says:  Spend a few hours walking about, taking in the sights of Dungarvan Habor and Grattan Square. There are plenty of places to do a bit of shopping, as well as many quality pubs and restaurants. There is a farmers market in the square selling local meats, farmhouse cheeses,... 

The Moresby Buoy

The Moresby Buoy, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  The Moresby Buoy is located at the Abbetside end of the causeway (opposite Eurospar Shop).The buoy is a monument to the tragic sinking of the Moresby ship in Dungarvan Bay on December 24th 1895. Twenty lives were lost including Captain Coomber and his wife and daughter. In... 

The Cunnigar

The Cunnigar, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  The Cunnigar is another nature lovers paradise not far from Dungarvan. The Cunnigar is a sand spit which has formed across the mouth of Dungarvan Bay and is a popular place for locals to walk along, especially on sunny days. sand dunes have formed along the narrow spit and... 

Hotels  

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Restaurants  

Sea Dragon: Avoid at all costs

Sea Dragon: Avoid at all costs, Dungarvan

 southeastwat Says:  In 20 years of dining, this is the worst place I’ve ever been. The only positive thing I can say is, the food quality is ok (but loaded with salt). Here is our experience:1-Brought to table by waitress that was inconvenienced by our arrival and couldn’t even be bothered to... 

The Tannery: One of Ireland's Best

The Tannery: One of Ireland's Best, Dungarvan

 SabrinaSummerville Says:  The Tannery has long been renowned as one of Ireland's best restaurants. I have been going there for many years now and this wonderful eatery has withstood the test of time.Located in a stone fronted building, the establishment is on two levels. The main and more spacious... 

Nightlife  

Creation niteclub- bouncers complete ignorance: Creation niteclub- ignorance

Creation niteclub- bouncers complete ignorance: Creation niteclub- ignorance, Dungarvan

 tracep Says:  Recently myself and 5 friends decided to go to dungarvan for a change of scenery and we then checked reviews on Creation nite club so decided that was our night- club of choice.We arrived down to Dungarvan in a taxi which cost €150 return travel. We enjoyed ourselves in the... 

Creation niteclub Dungarvan: Creation niteclub ignorance Dungarvan

Creation niteclub Dungarvan: Creation niteclub ignorance Dungarvan, Dungarvan

 tracep Says:  Recently me and a few friend visited Dungarvan for a change of scenery. We had a brilliant time in the towns pub's.However when we came to going into Creation niteclub we were meet with complete ignorance and treated disrespectfully by the night clubs bouncer's.As we got to... 

Creation: Dungarvan Nightclub

Creation: Dungarvan Nightclub, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  The second nightclub in Dungarvan is Creation which is actually in Abbeyside on the other side of the bridge. The club is fine for a few late drinks and isn't bad for a town nightclub. Casual but no tracksuits or runners 

The Lady Belle: The Lady Belle

The Lady Belle: The Lady Belle, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  The Lady Belle is a busy central pub just off Grattan Square in Dungarvan. The clean and atmospheric pub has a strong maritime theme and the name of the pub refers to a ship 'The Lady Belle' which was a famous Dungarvan ship. The pub has two levels but the upstairs bar only... 

Downey's: Downey's

Downey's: Downey's, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  Downey's is another popular pub on O'Connell Street in Dungravan town centre. The pub has a mainly young crowd but the pub welcomes all visitors. The interior is dark and atymospheric with traditional wooden furniture and low wooden bar with traditional wooden partitions.... 

Transportation  

Driving in The Gaeltacht

Driving in The Gaeltacht, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  When driving in the Gaeltacht area be aware that all road signs are in Irish. For example Stop signs while still the same shape and colour as the rest of the contry has the word STAD printed on it. You will see "TAISTEAL GO MALL" on signs around the Gaeltacht too and this... 

Bus to Dungarvan

Bus to Dungarvan, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  There is no train service to Dungarvan so the only option to reach Dungarvan by Pubvlic Transoport is to take the national bus service (Bus Éireann) You can get a bus from Cork by getting the Cork to Waterford City bus which goes through Dungarvan (Coming from Waterford City... 

Shopping  

Dungarvan Shopping Centre: Shopping Centre

Dungarvan Shopping Centre: Shopping Centre, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  Dungarvan Shopping Centre is a small but modern shopping and commercial area located near Gratton Square in the centre of Dungarvan. The centre has a large Dunnes Stores supermarket and a host of smaller shops locted inside and around the centre including a bookstore, sports... 

Ben O'Neills the Record Shop: Ceol Ceol agus more Ceol

Ben O'Neills the Record Shop: Ceol Ceol agus more Ceol, Dungarvan

 deisecailin Says:  It's got everything -----------------fab selection, staff who love tunessssss, something for everyone, why not try something different - open your mind CASSETTTE - VIDEO - VINYL - CD - DVD - INSTRUMENTS Local groups, musicians, singers include: Danu, Liam Clancy, Paddy... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Famine Graveyard

Famine Graveyard, Dungarvan

 clunker Says:  Worth a stop for a few minutes at least to think about the harsh reality of Ireland's past, and how it affected not only her own future generations, but those as well of many other nations.Located only a few km outside of Dungarvan Town, on the Cork road. Look for signs,... 

An Seanachai

An Seanachai, Dungarvan

 clunker Says:  This pub could have just as easily fallen under "restaurants" or "nightlife" as it does here under "off the beaten path". It's a gorgeous pub located only about 2-3 km outside of Dungarvan town just off the N25 on the Cork road. Just follow the signs, it's easy to find. Yes,... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Canoeing and Kayaking

Canoeing and Kayaking, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  Canoeing and Kayaking is becoming more popular in Dungarvan every year. Good locations for canoeing are the Colligan river, Dungarvan Bay and the Gold Coast Pier. You can rent kayaks during the summer from the Gold Coast Pier in Ballinacourty. Another good kayaking location... 

Golf in Dungarvan

Golf in Dungarvan, Dungarvan

 pure1942 Says:  For a town of it's size Dungarvan is spoilt for choice when it comes to the sport of Golf. The town boasts three 18 hole championship golf courses. All three courses are very different in their own right and all have their own unique features. You can buy green fees for all... 

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