Things to do in Slane

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Newgrange is a prehistoric monument in County Meath. It was built during the Neolithic period around 3200 BC making it older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids. The site consists of a large circular mound with a stone passageway and interior chambers. The passage to the interior chamber it is aligned to face the rising sun and its light floods the chamber ONLY for a few days each side of dawn on the winter solstice.
Grazing sheep unaware they graze next to Newgrange, one of the oldest prehistoric monuments in Ireland. #green
The Boyne Valley is breathtaking. Newgrange is a must see. You must go through the Visitors Center & purchase a time ticket.mFar different from my last visit when we just pulled in & walked around.

Slane Attractions

It's not difficult to find exciting things to see and do in Slane. Learn a little about the local history and check out all the best tourist attractions in this delightful city. Work out your travel schedule now so you're raring to go once you arrive.

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What to do in Slane

Free Things to Do in Slane

Some say the best things in life are free. Make sure you visit the following around Slane:

Mellifont Abbey - Gain an insight into the local faith at this sacred place.

Hill of Slane - Bring your camera and let Mother Nature stimulate your imagination.

Things to Do in Slane with Kids

You'll find plenty of fun activities to do with the kids in and around Slane. Keep the gang entertained with our family friendly experiences.

 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Slane

Newgrange showing heritage elements and tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Newgrange

Visit a vast burial mound that was built around 3200 B.C., and has an internal chamber that’s illuminated by the winter solstice.

Newgrange
Slane Castle which includes heritage architecture

Slane Castle

Just half an hour outside of Dublin and set in the midst of a 1,500 acre estate in the Boyne Valley is the beautiful Slane Castle. The castle has been the home of the Conyngham family since the 18th Century, with the major castle reconstruction work taking place in 1785 carried out by James Gandon and James Wyatt.

Slane Castle
Knowth featuring heritage elements

Knowth

Find out about the history of Slane with a stop at Knowth. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Knowth

Brú na Bóinne

Explore the great outdoors at Brú na Bóinne, a lovely green space in Slane. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Brú na Bóinne

Hill of Slane

Find out about the history of Slane when you take a trip to Hill of Slane. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Hill of Slane

Slane Distillery

Learn about distilling methods, sample an award-winning whiskey and join cocktail-making classes in the grounds of an 18th-century castle.

Slane Distillery

Mellifont Abbey

Find out about the history of Slane when you take a trip to Mellifont Abbey. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Mellifont Abbey

St. Erc's Well

Find out about the history of Slane with a stop at St. Erc's Well. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

St. Erc's Well

Francis Ledwidge Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Francis Ledwidge Museum during your travels in Slane. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Francis Ledwidge Museum

 

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Popular day trips from Slane

Ruins of Bective Abbey dating primarily to the 15th century. This site was used during the shooting of the movie Braveheart

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Above the entrance to the passage at Newgrange there is an opening called a roof-box. Its purpose is to allow sunlight to penetrate the passage and chamber at sunrise around the Winter Solstice. At 8:58am a narrow beam of light penetrates the roof-box and reaches the floor of the chamber, gradually extending to the rear of the passage. As the sun rises higher, the beam widens within the chamber so that the whole room becomes dramatically illuminated. After 17 minutes the sunbeam leaves the chamber and retreats back down the passage.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Slane worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to discover the cultural hotspots and local charm or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there's no shortage of things to do in Slane.
How do I spend a day in Slane?
Once you've checked off key attractions like Slane Castle and The Zone, spend the rest of your day experiencing Slane's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Slane?
Slane Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Slane and should feature high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Slane?
Three days in Slane is plenty of time to visit the city's main highlights. Many guests spend two days on average. Slane Castle, Slane Distillery and Knowth are highly rated sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots like Dublin.
What are some activities to do in Slane with kids?
Deciding what to do in Slane with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're vacationing with little ones or teenagers, there are many family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Slane for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Slane, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Slane Distillery or Francis Ledwidge Museum.
Are there free things to do in Slane?
In Slane, Hill of Slane is a popular spot for anyone wishing to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the local neighborhoods and parks, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a great way to find out about the best free things to do in Slane.

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