Drogheda Hotels

Drogheda is a large town in Meath that is perfectly placed to allow you to explore the heritage county and Meath. It is also a good base to allow you to explore Ireland’s Ancient East route, with many of the country’s most historical visitor attractions on the doorstep. A great shopping town, Drogheda has everything from your favourite high-street brands to boutique shops to help you pick up a bargain.

Things to Do in Drogheda

Top of the list for many visitors to Drogheda is St Peter’s Church in the centre of the town. This stunning building was one of the last Gothic churches to be built in Ireland, and perhaps best known for its shrine to Irish saint, Oliver Plunket, with the main focus of the shrine being the head of St Oliver.

Drogheda has several cultural attractions for visitors to enjoy, with Millmount Museum, Highlanes Gallery and St Laurence Gate all worth adding to your list of places to visit. The Highlanes Gallery is considered one of Ireland’s most important visual spaces with some spectacular exhibitions on show across the year. If a golf break is what you’re after, Drogheda has you well placed to test your skills on one of Ireland’s finest links courses, the County Louth Golf Club.

Things to Do near Drogheda

Due to its location near Ireland’s Ancient Capital, Boyne Valley, Drogheda is located close to some of Ireland’s most significantly important historic sites. At less than 10km from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange and the Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre, be sure to give yourself plenty of time to explore this hugely important ancient monument. Brú na Bóinne is home to the a selection of Neolithic passage tombs, the most famous of which are Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth. Dating back some 5,000 years, this site is older than both Stonehenge and the Egyptian Pyramids, making it a must see when visiting Drogheda and the Boyne Valley.

Other historic attractions to visit when holidaying in Drogheda include the monastic site at Monasterboice, the megalithic Loughcrew Cairns and the ancient Hill of Tara, all of which are within driving distance to Drogheda. The Hill of Tara is the location at which ancient High Kings are said to have been appointed for centuries, while many also met their final days here. A hugely significant historic site in Ireland, and a must see for those of you looking to discover more about the ancient history of Meath and, indeed Ireland, as you visit Drogheda.

Famous Castles near Drogheda

Meath is home to some of the most famous castles in Ireland, with Trim Castle, Slane Castle and Gormanstown Castle all impressive structures worth visiting. The 12th-Century Trim Castle is one of the finest Norman castles still in place in Ireland, while Slane Castle is located on 1,500 acres and overlooks the River Boyne.

Family Activities near Drogheda

Drogheda has many wonderful kid-friendly attractions and activities nearby, with Funtasia located both in the town itself, and the nearby coastal village of Bettystown. Tayto Park is one of the most popular family visitor attractions in Meath, with a theme park, zoo and tour of the Tayto Factory all a hit with visitors. Lying less than a one-hour drive south of Drogheda is Ireland’s largest zoo, Dublin Zoo, another place to visit with the family when holidaying in Drogheda.