Two Days in County Wicklow

oceanblue · Veteran Member

Two Days in County Wicklow

murphy · Guru

We left the dublin Airport and got on the M50 Motorway that goes around the west side of Dublin. We then exited the M50 south/southwest side of Dublin on one of the main highways down to Avoca, I do not have the highway number since I am away from my maps. The M50 is quite easy compared to going through Dublin center. Hope this helps...Dan

murphy · Guru

As to what to do the first day, we landed around noon, got our rental car, and managed 2 stops....Powerscourt Gardens, and Glendalough. We still made it to our B&B in Avoca by 6PM. We called ahead to let them know we would be one hour late. The visitor center at Glendalough was just closing as we arrived, but we did a short self guided tour, and it was worth while, since we needed to break up the trip with some fresh air! Dan

oceanblue · Veteran Member

Thanks Dan

What time does Glendalough close and do you suggest going later to avoid the crowds and tour buses.

Barbara

Michele Erdvig · Host

Barbara,

It is pretty easy getting out of Dublin Airport. Just get good directions on where the car lots are.

I would suggest seeing Powerscourt on your first day. A walk around the gardens may just clear the cobwebs from your head and get you started on a great Irish adventure. There is a nice cafe there. If the weather is nice you can sit on the terrace overlooking the mountains and gardens.

The easiest route is to take and M50 south. Continue south and exit for Enniskerry (that's where Powerscourt is).

Glendalough never closes. The visitor center closes in late afternoon. However, if you just want to walk around yourselves early or late is best because there will be no crowds there.

Michele

P.S. Circle of Friends was filmed in Inistioge in Co. Kilkenny.

oceanblue · Veteran Member

Thanks Michele
I recently purchased your book and am really enjoying it
I wish I would have purchased it sooner as I really like your choice of accomodations.

Barbara

-- Edited by oceanblue on Saturday 30th of May 2009 01:50:14 PM

Michele Erdvig · Host

Barbara,

Glad you are enjoying my book. I am extremely fussy about the accommodations I recommend. I choose only the best in each area. Maybe if you get to return to Ireland again you can stay at some of my recommended places.

Michele

oceanblue · Veteran Member

Michelle

Without a doubt I will be trying some of your recommendations, one being Loch Lein
The special you were talking about. I have already started planning my next trip around some of your recommendations for next year

Thanks
Barbara

Michele Erdvig · Host

Barbara,

It sounds like Ireland has wrapped itself around your heart too!

Michele