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Blessington, historically known as Ballycomeen (Irish: Baile Coimín, meaning "town of Comyn", from the Irish surname Ó Coimín), is a town on the River Liffey in Wicklow, Ireland, near the border with Kildare. It is around 25 km south-west of Dublin, and is situated on the N81 road, which connects Dublin to Tullow.
Restaurants in Blessington
1. Tulfarris Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Standing by the shores of Blessington Lakes will leave you speechless. Set across three peninsulas, renowned course architect Patrick J. Merrigan has created a stunning 18-hole championship golf course paradise at Tulfarris. Test your handicap among breath-taking surroundings where ponds and wild grasses blend into the exciting design against sweeping panoramic views.
Reviewed By Naureen Y
Visited in April and stayed one night in their resort hotel.Beautiful land scaping.Professional golf course ...ideal for golf lovers.
Though didn't play myself but thoroughly enjoyed the players playing while sitting in sun outside the bar.
There is coaching centre of golf as well for the beginners.
2. Celtic Rider
Overall Ratings
5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By MegsR1024 - Ramsey, New Jersey
There aren't enough words to tell everyone how wonderful Paul and everyone at Celtic Rider and how amazing the experience was, but I'll try! My boyfriend and I booked the 7 day tour on a R1200 GS. I was the pillion, and as a relatively new rider, I was a little nervous about how the trip would go for me. I can tell you that it was better than anything I could have imagined. Paul's orientation is both informative and hilarious, and he put me immediately at ease. He comes along at the start of your ride to make sure you're comfortable - pointing out road signs and hazards along the way. The lodgings that they chose for use were perfect, with each one close to town so you could easily walk down for dinner and of course a pint or two or three at the pub. The routes chosen each day showed us such spectacular scenery and I love that they marked favorite places to stop along each route. The weather was very wet and windy the first few days (it is Ireland afterall) but then everything cleared out and the views were even more beautiful.
We definitely want to go back and book another tour. I mean, come on. Ireland on a motorcycle? Is there any other way to see the country??? You will not be sorry if you book a trip with Paul and Celtic Rider. You will feel like family and be very sorry to see your trip come to an end.
3. BargeTrip
Overall Ratings
5 based on 107 reviews
Experience the Grand Canal the way it was intended and take a leisurely cruise on a restored traditional Canal Barge. Cruises operate from Sallins Harbour which is only 30 minutes from Dublin city center by train and is located just off the M7 motorway. The barge is available for private charter for groups any day of the week and operates up to 6 scheduled cruises daily at weekends. Kildare is known as the Canals County with 120 km of still waters crossing its landscape and linking its towns and villages. The Captain will give you a unique insight into the life and history of the Grand Canal as it winds its way through the county Kildare countryside. You can choose a short one hour cruise to the Leinster Aqueduct where the canal crosses over the River Liffey, or a 2.5 hour cruise through Digby Lock where you'll experience the workings of an eighteenth century canal lock. There's bar service on-board serving a selection on locally brewed craft beers and in summer there are two 1.5 hour evening cruises to McCreevey's Lock. Afterwards you can enjoy a meal in one of the waterfront restaurants in Sallins village. The M.V. Amo is licensed by the Department of Transport and Tourism for 12 passengers. There’s an outdoor Seating on the open decks at the bow and stern and it has a very comfortable interior with ample Seating, toilet facilities and a wood-burning stove. Scheduled cruises operate from March to October and advance booking is essential.
Reviewed By Jeeves1847 - Dublin, Ireland
Great Sunday afternoon for all the family. We took the 1 hour trip but the children aged 14, 10 and 5 would have loved to stay longer. Sallins to the Kildare aqueduct and back. The crew were excellent and took the time to engage the...MoreThanks for the 5 stars! Great to meet you and the family, hope to see ye on board again.
4. Off Road Driving Centre
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
5. Blessington Lake Boat Hire
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
We provide day boats for families groups and fishermen. Explore this fantastic waterway surrounded by the Wicklow Hills. Great for children - learn to row a lake boat. Find a secluded beach for a picnic. PFD's (buoyancy jackets) provided for everyone aboard. Friendly advice and tuition given for all levels and ages.
Reviewed By BethanMelbourne - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
The man that lets the boats out is great! Very polite and willing to help you out as we had not driven a boat without an instructor before! You can have the boats for aslong as you want and self drive which is great! Lake Blessington is lovely and has a couple of secluded Beaches that you can moor up on and no one else can get to it other than by boat! We struggled to find it to begin with but its best to follow signs for 'Valleymount' then "ballyknockan" then it's the second hair pin corner on the left after the pub! Lovely day out and cheap as chips if you take a picnic and have it on the beach! We hired a boat with a little shelter and it was a lovely day with sunny weather-had it have been raining it is only a short shelter but a great experience and an easy going guy.
Thankyou :)
6. An Poitin Stil
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Amanda O
What can I say stopped off on our way home to Kilkenny, a lovely friendly, waitress called cora served myself and husband, I asked her what would she recomend and she said the steak, first time having a steak cooked on a atone, fillet..... €16.95 Mouth watering, it was georgous, then for dessert she recommend the cheese cake.... We will be back......thank you to cora for being so nice to us.
7. Newbridge Silverware Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 609 reviews
The Newbridge Silverware Visitor Centre is an award winning attractions located just 45 minutes from Dublin and five minutes from the M7 Motorway. It features the flagship Showrooms, the world renowned Museum of Style Icons (MOSI) and the award-winning Café Carleton. The Craft Workshop, where for decades the team have been creating whole ranges of cutlery and jewellery, is adjacent to the Showrooms. The Museum of Style Icons is a permanent exhibition of garments and memorabilia from the collections of the world's greatest stars including: Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Princess Diana, Michael Jackson and many more. The Visitor Centre is open 7 days and entry to the Museum of Style Icons is from €5.
Reviewed By Winelovin
Very busy Sunday afternoon at Newbridge Silverware but the atmosphere was warm and friendly. Whilst there were queues every staff member we dealt with from the security man saying hello and engaging us in a brief friendly chat to the service staff at the counter and restaurant they were so pleasant and friendly.
We also bought some nice sale items so we enjoyed our Newbridge Silverware Visit.
We would return and also recommend a visit to others. Free car parking available.
8. National Bird of Prey Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By FYBDublin - Dublin
A great day out with the children from start to finish. So informative and nothing was too much trouble. An opportunity to be so close and be interactive with amazing creatures. The team working there are so inclusive and enthusiastic - cannot recommend a visit highly enough. Cannot wait to return!
9. Sally Gap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
Reviewed By nursemurphy13 - Trophy Club, Texas
A long winding road through hills. Probably would be prettier is spring or summer. Most of the scenery was brow,. Very windy at Lough Tay.
10. Russborough House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 427 reviews
A beautifully refurnished 18th century mansion housing the world-famous Albert Beit collection of art.
Reviewed By carr10 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Myself and my family went here for the Halloween attraction. Really well organised and well thought out with decor. This was 7€ for my Daughter and nothing for the adults to attend unlike other things in the area. She got to decorate her cookie and...MoreThank you for visiting Russborough during the halloween period and very pleased you enjoyed your visit. Do come back next season after we open at the beginnig of March 2018 and keep a look out on our facebook page for various events during the year.
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