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Skerries

Leinster, Ireland · Europe

About Skerries

Skerries is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Balrothery, 27km from Newgrange.

Skerries is a town located in Leinster, Ireland. With a population of 10,043, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Skerries sits in Ireland, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/Dublin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Skerries to your route.

About Skerries

Skerries (Irish: Na Sceirí, meaning 'rocky islands') is a coastal town in Fingal, in the north of County Dublin, Ireland. Skerries was historically a fishing port and later a centre of hand embroidery. These industries declined in the early 20th century, however, and it became both a resort town and a commuter town

Read more for Dublin 30 km (19 mi) to the south. Offshore from the town are several islands, one of which is a nature reserve, Rockabill.

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Skerries offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Skerries located?

Skerries is located in Leinster, Ireland, Europe. The coordinates are 53.5828 latitude, -6.1083 longitude.

What is the population of Skerries?

Skerries has a population of approximately 10,043 people, making it a town in Ireland.

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Quick Information

Population
10,043
Continent
Europe
Country
Ireland
Region
Leinster
Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Coordinates
53.5828, -6.1083

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Ireland

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Skerries

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Newgrange

A 5,200-year-old passage tomb in Ireland's Boyne Valley, older than Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids, famous for its winter solstice illumination of the inner chamber.

27 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Dublin Zoo

Ireland's largest zoo in Phoenix Park, one of the oldest zoos in Europe, home to over 400 animals.

28 km · about 35 min drive

cathedral

St Patrick's Cathedral

Ireland's largest cathedral and national cathedral of the Church of Ireland, once led by Jonathan Swift.

29 km · about 35 min drive

castle

Trim Castle

Ireland's largest Anglo-Norman castle, used as a Braveheart filming location, with a massive 20-sided keep dominating the Boyne Valley.

45 km · about 50 min drive

waterfall

Powerscourt Waterfall

Ireland's highest waterfall at 121 metres, cascading down a rock face in the beautiful Powerscourt Estate in the Wicklow Mountains.

48 km · about 55 min drive

mountain pass

Sally Gap

A high crossroads pass over the Wicklow Mountains amid blanket bog, with the famous Military Road running through.

49 km · about 55 min drive

racetrack

Mondello Park

Ireland's only permanent motorsport circuit, located in County Kildare and the home of Irish national racing since 1968.

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Skerries

  • 49 kmSally GapA high crossroads pass over the Wicklow Mountains amid blanket bog, with the famous Military Road running through.
  • 64 kmMourne MountainsGranite mountain range that inspired C.S. Lewis's Narnia, with the Mourne Wall traversing 15 peaks and sweeping views to the Irish Sea.
  • 65 kmWicklow GapHigh mountain pass on the R756 across the Wicklow Mountains between Hollywood and Glendalough, following the medieval pilgrims' route of St Kevin's Road through wild granite moorland.

Driving in Ireland

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
~€2.10/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Skerries.

Balrothery

🇮🇪 Ireland

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An Ros

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7 km awayPop. 9,231

Lusk

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7 km awayPop. 7,786

Portraine

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10 km awayPop. 1,372

Donabate

🇮🇪 Ireland

11 km awayPop. 7,443

Stamullin

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12 km awayPop. 3,361

Laytown

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14 km awayPop. 10,889

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