Malahide

Malahide is a destination in Leinster, Ireland. Malahide is a town/place in Leinster, Leinster, Ireland. This charming locale offers visitors a genuine glimpse into Irish life, with its own unique character and attractions. Whether you are passing through or planning a longer stay, Malahide provides an authentic experience of Irish hospitality and culture.

By Car

The most practical way to reach Malahide is by car. Leinster has Ireland's best road network, with motorways connecting all major towns to Dublin. The M50 ring road encircles Dublin, while the M1 serves the northeast (Dundalk, Drogheda), the M4/M6 serves the midlands (Mullingar, Athlone), the M7/M8 serves the south and southwest (Kilkenny, Carlow, Portlaoise), and the M11/N11 serves the east coast (Bray, Wicklow, Wexford).

By Train

Irish Rail (Iarnród Éireann) operates frequent services from Dublin Connolly and Dublin Heuston stations to all major Leinster towns. The DART commuter line serves coastal suburbs from Howth to Greystones, and commuter rail extends to towns like Dundalk, Drogheda, Mullingar, Athlone, Portlaoise, Carlow, Kilkenny, and Gorey.

By Bus

Bus Éireann and private operators like Dublin Express, Aircoach, and Citylink provide extensive intercity and regional bus services. Bus connections are often more frequent and cheaper than rail, though journey times can be longer.

By Air

Dublin Airport (DUB) is Ireland's largest and busiest airport, with flights to over 200 destinations worldwide. It is located about 10 km north of Dublin city centre and is accessible by bus, taxi, and the Dublin Bus Airlink service.

Malahide is compact enough to explore on foot. For exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions, a car or bicycle is recommended. Leinster has a well-developed network of regional roads, and the flat terrain of much of the province makes it ideal for cycling. Local bus services operate in most towns, though schedules can be limited on Sundays.

Malahide Castle ,

Back Rd, Malahide Demesne K36 C432 ,

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+353 1 816 9538 .

Daily 9:30AM-5:30PM .

The oldest parts of the castle are 12th century, though most of what you see is 18th / 19th century, richly furnished. It's set in a great parkland, the Malahide Demesne. Visit by guided tour only. Behind the castle are Talbot Botanic Gardens.

Adult €17, conc €12, child €9 .   ( updated Oct 2025 )

Casino Model Railway Museum ,

Casino Cottage K36 TW67

( off Dublin Rd just west of railway station ).

M 1-5PM, Tu-Su 10AM-5PM .

This elaborate O-gauge collection was hand-built by Cyril Fry (1905-72), and depicts Ireland in the 1920s and 1930s. The models are exquisite but mostly too old and frail to run, so much of the collection is in cases. It's housed in the Casino, a 2-story thatched shooting lodge built circa 1750.

Adult €9, child €7.50 .   ( updated Oct 2025 )

St Sylvester's Well in its beehive housing is an ancient well outside St Sylvester's Roman Catholic church, on Old St a block east of the railway station. It's named for Sylvester I, who was Pope from 314 to 335 AD during the adoption of the Nicene creed. Little is known of him, but he was sufficiently i

Walk to Portmarnock along the coast, about 40 minutes. It's exposed and windy, with no shelter if the rain comes on.

Low Rock is a good area for paddling and swimming. There's a beach between rocky outcrops.

Malahide Cricket Club ,

Dublin Rd K36 W920

( 200 m west of station ),

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+353 1 845 0607 .

This ground, capacity 11,500, is the home of Leinster Cricket and the usual venue for Ireland's international matches.   ( updated May 2024 )

Jameson Golf Links

( Portmarnock GC ),

Golf Links Rd, Stapolin D13 V2X7 ,

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+353 1 846 0611 .

This is a links course on a sandy peninsula, part of an upmarket hotel. The championship course is 7463 yards (6824 m), par 72.   ( updated May 2024 )

Malahide Golf Club is on Beechwood Lane, 1 km inland from Portmarnock GC.

Sailing:

Malahide Yacht Club is on Caves Strand, with Swords Sailing & Boating Club 500 m further west on Estuary Rd, south shore of the Broadmeadow Estuary.

Eateries are concentrated in town centre just east of the railway station, with a couple more further along the coast.

Gibneys of Malahide ,

6 New St K36 HW67 ,

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+353 1 845 0606 .

Bar to 11:30PM .

Serves trad pub food M-F to 9:30PM, Sa Su to 8PM. Often has live music.   ( updated May 2024 )

Cape Greko ,

26 New St K36 Y181

( on first floor, corner of Strand St ),

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+353 1 845 6288 .

M-F 5-10PM, Sa 12:30PM-midnight, Su 12:30PM-10PM .

Greek and Cypriot restaurant.   ( updated May 2024 )

Sale e Pepe ,

Main St K36 RX07 ,

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+353 1 845 4600 .

Daily 5-11PM .

Posh dining on seafood and steaks.   ( updated May 2024 )

Asian choices include Kajjal on Gas Yard Lane, Siam on The Green, Roseland Chinese at 3 New St, Orchid at 12 New St, and Jaipur at 5 St James Terrace.

Pubs in Malahide are open daily to 11:30PM, later at weekends. They include Gilbert and Wright on Ross Lane, Duffy's on Main St, Gibney's on New St (above), and Fowler's on New St.

Grand Hotel ,

Grove Rd, Malahide K36 XT65 ,

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+353 1 845 0000 ,

[email protected] .

Splendid old 4-star on the coast, often hosts weddings and other events.

B&B double €250 .   ( updated May 2024 )

Malahide Guest Rooms ,

Back Rd, Malahide K36 XH51 ,

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+353 85 153 8086 .

Comfy guesthouse, no catering, 500 m south of village centre.

Double (room only) €120 .   ( updated May 2024 )

White Sands Hotel ,

Coast Rd, Carrickhill D13 W7X2 ,

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+353 1 866 6000 .

Simple but good value hotel with 58 rooms in Portmarnock. Decent food, live music in the bar.

B&B double €150 .   ( updated May 2024 )

Connect

As of May 2024, Malahide has 5G with all Irish carriers.

Town centre has the usual retailers including SuperValu and several ATMs.

Dublin city has attractions and amenities aplenty.

Drogheda to the north has the prehistoric stones and tombs of Brú na Bóinne , and the site of the Battle of the Boyne.

County Meath is suburban in its southern parts, but further out are the Hill of Tara, Trim castle, Kells priory, and Loughcrew Cairns near Oldcastle .

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