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Things to see in Kilcoole (Ireland): 20 places and when to go
Kilcoole is a town in Ireland, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Mountains (6), Food and drink (6). The best known are Bray Head, Powerscourt Waterfall and Djouce. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Ireland · 53.1006, -6.0727
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Mountains (6) · Food and drink (6) · History (5) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March and October.
- Nearest airport
- DUB Dublin, 39 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Djouce, at 726 m.
What to see in Kilcoole
The places in and around Kilcoole, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Bray HeadMountain located in County Wicklow, Ireland10 km
- Powerscourt WaterfallWaterfall in Wicklow, Ireland11 km
- DjouceMountain in Wicklow, Ireland12 km
- Little Sugar LoafMountain in Wicklow, Ireland7.8 km
- Carrickgollogan276m high mountain in Ireland14 km
- Glen of the DownsValley in County Wicklow, Ireland4.9 km
- Kindlestown CastleCastle (hall house) in County Wicklow, Ireland4.6 km
- Knocksink WoodNature Reserve and Special Area of Conservation in County Dublin and County Wicklow, Ireland14 km
- Kilcoole ChurchChurch ruin in Kilcoole, Ireland981 m
- Kilcroney ChurchChurch in County Wicklow, Ireland10 km
- Raheen-a-CluigChurch ruin in County Wicklow, Ireland10 km
- Black Castle, WicklowCastle ruin in Ireland14 km
- CallowhillHill in the Republic of Ireland6.5 km
- Dunran HillHill in County Wicklow, Ireland5.8 km
- Glendalough DistilleryDistillery2.9 km
- Larkin’s Brewing CompanyBrewery23 m
- O Brother Brewing CompanyBrewery7.0 km
- Rí-Rá Brewing CompanyBrewery22 m
- Wicklow WolfBrewery12 km
- Wicklow Wolf Brewing CompanyBrewery3.0 km
When to go to Kilcoole
The best time to visit Kilcoole is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:50
- FebPossible9:33
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:42
- MayBest time15:35
- JunBest time16:40
- JulBest time16:13
- AugBest time14:32
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:16
- NovBetter not8:20
- DecBetter not7:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 20. In April, 20 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to Ireland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kilcoole
The nearest main airport is Dublin Airport (DUB, Dublin), 39 km as the crow flies. How to get around Ireland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Rathdrum21 places21 km
- Dublin119 places29 km
- Kill30 places37 km
- Grangecon15 places44 km
- Courtown7 places52 km
- Kilbrew10 places56 km
And all of Ireland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kilcoole?
The best known: Bray Head, Powerscourt Waterfall, Djouce, Little Sugar Loaf, Carrickgollogan. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kilcoole?
April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 20.
How do you get to Kilcoole?
The nearest main airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), 39 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kilcoole as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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