Feel the wind through your hair, the water swirling around your feet and the salt on your lips at Donabate Beach. Hang around and watch the sun set to cap off a relaxing day out.

Donabate Beach is a great place to begin discovering County Dublin. This stretch of coastline comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Save time for other sights like Malahide Castle, Malahide Beach, and Portmarnock Golf Club to really enjoy what's on offer in the area.

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Malahide Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Malahide Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Malahide. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Malahide Castle

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Located a little south of the town of Malahide in County Fingal, the medieval Malahide Castle is an impressive and imposing structure, blending centuries of history in a single setting. While parts of the castle date back to the 1100s, its grounds offer some of Ireland’s best 18th century garden landscaping, making a trip to Malahide Castle a must for both history and nature enthusiasts.

Portmarnock Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Portmarnock Beach during your travels in Portmarnock? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.

Donabate Golf Club

Play a round of golf at Donabate Golf Club and enjoy other activities in Donabate such as running. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.