Glendalough is a testament of nature's patient evolution. It is nature's gift to real people - people who have the eye for beauty, the heart for silence, the depth for discovery, and the passion for sturdy human bonds. The monastic settlement is long gone but its ruins testify the traits and values modern Ireland, or any society that claims to... More

Gorgeous and peaceful walk to the monastatic city, in beautiful surroundings, free car park with toilet facilities although I couldn't find a baby change so had to do her on the back seat of the car. We tried to walk up the green walk to the upper lake but the terrain was too bumpy for the pushchair, I wondered if... More

The monastic ruins are interesting, but the real attraction is the natural beauty of this place - especially the Upper Lake and the walk (under 2 miles) up to it. Just "be" there - let the awesome loveliness wash over you and fill you with the peace and sublime joy of God's handiwork. More

Beautiful complex, the graveyard, the tower etc, they really deserve a look, Positive: if you want to enjoy a picnic or just a day out it is a must to see, you got two lakes to discover and if you even want something a little bit more taxing just venture to one of the trials which lead you hiking on... More

Glendalough is a gorgeous place. The monastic settlement is wonderfully preserved and quite nice to walk around. There are two lakes in Glendalough - lower lake and upper lake. The upper lake is probably the nicest part of it. The lake is set in between the mountains and the view is fantastic. It's about an hours walk to the lake... More

This was a surprise. Beautiful, tragic history. Tour guide was informed and very interesting. Great photo opportunties. Pretty good food in a pretty location. Enjoyed a relaxing pint. Well worth the stop. More

A well-worth experience Beautiful scenery, A walk like no other. The walk around the old village and across the marshland is second to none then relax and have a pint in the local hotel situated at the interpretative center More

lovely place to visit, plenty of car parking, visitor centre and family friendly. theres a cafe there which serves teas coffees ice creams and fast food, but id recommend that you bring your own sambos and enjoy the view and fresh air. well run and beautiful. well done. More

We called by during a scenic driving day-trip around the Wicklow mountains and I was very impressed with the simplicity of this charming and historic site. It's very Celtic and reminded me of places from my original home - in Wales - that I have enjoyed. It was a typical Irish-weather day, soft drizzle but no wind so we took... More