Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
English, Irish
Time Zone
IST (UTC+0/UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
14-24 nights
Price Range
From $834 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Dublin and Ireland's east coast, offering access to historic sites, vibrant culture, and scenic Irish landscapes on Northern European cruise itineraries.
Cruises that visit Dun Laoghaire
- cruises to Dun Laoghaire
- Dun Laoghaire sailings
- Dun Laoghaire cruises
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 13-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Dun Laoghaire
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Dublin Castle
They have a beautiful garden area with some fun art pieces.
Temporarily closed
The Forty Foot
They have also good food options clubbed with drinks.
Killiney Hill Park
Our kids had the freedom to explore and play, and we weren’t just watching.
People's Park
Beautiful park with lovely crafts and food market.
Closes soon · 8 PM
Stillorgan Village
Plenty of parking, doc, with a diversity of retail and food outlets.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Forty Foot
This is Forty Foot—a place with character, more open, lively, almost daring.
Dún Laoghaire Harbour
Loads to do, lots to see and experience.
Dun Laoghaire Sunday Market
Tons of choice from the ample arts and crafts stalls.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sun
Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre
Plenty of different shopping available, parking fairly ok.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Malahide Beach
Great views, clean sandy beach near estuary.
Gourmet Food Parlour Dun Laoghaire
Good food, generous portions & excellent service.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Nando's Dun Laoghaire
The food was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor.
The Purty Kitchen
Large but homely modern gastropub
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
Milano
Great atmosphere, wonderful service and delicious food!!
Dillon's Park
Dalkey Village and Dillon's Park are really worth the visit.
Oliveto at Haddington House
Delicious food, wonderful staff and beautiful atmosphere.
Bloomfields Shopping Centre
Very clean, and shops are well priced.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Casper & Giumbini's
The food was gorgeous, service exceptional & a lovely atmosphere.
Penneys
Always finding good clothing at bargain prices
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
P. McCormack and Sons
Cosy atmosphere, excellent comfort food & pints 🙌🏻
Vico Bathing Place
The area is clean and well-maintained, with easy access to the shoreline.
Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre
The tour keeps both adults and kids engaged.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Toscana Dun Laoghaire Italian Restaurant
Contemporary Tuscan trattoria
Leopardstown Village Centre
Amazing, access for disabled and a very good shopping complex.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Seapoint Beach
Great sea swim spot and very clean!
Spice Aroma
Every dish was bursting with flavor and prepared to perfection.
SuperValu Dun Laoghaire
Good selection of items at competitive prices with friendly staff.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Balscadden Bay
The beach is pebbly and was quite clean, The water was clear and sparkling.
SOUP DL
Insane pulled pork Baos, amazing cocktails, friendly staff.
Closed · Opens 1 PM Tue
Hartley's
Bustling seafront restaurant & terrace
Closed · Opens 12 PM Wed
McKenna’s Pub
Beautiful decor, warm welcome, nice clientele, great booze, good prices.
Open now
Indian Vibe - Dun Laoghaire
Nice atmosphere, good service and really good food - this place is a winner
Shoe Lane Coffee (Dun Laoghaire)
Excellent café, friendly staff, unique interiors, tastefully decorated.
Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Tue
Zero Zero Pizza Dun Laoghaire
Great pizza, creative menu, good service, nice atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
James Joyce Tower
Amazing view, interesting exhibits and lovely, enthusiastic volunteers.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
National Maritime Museum of Ireland
Great museum fantastic unique exhibits and helpful welcoming staff.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Kyoto Asian Street Food
Delicious food, generous portions, reasonable prices - very good quality
Happy Out × Together Academy
The food is so tasty, spotlessly kept well set out space.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Sushida Dun Laoghaire
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Sandycove Beach
Crystal clear waters and iconic scenery make this a fantastic spot
Walters
Great staff, drinks delivered to table, epic platters, great live music.
McLoughlin's Bar
Always a great atmosphere, friendly service and a great Guinness.
Killiney Beach
Seals swim close to beach occasionally and kids get washed ashore.
Firebyrd
Burgers were delicious with the chicken cooked perfectly.
Pavilion Theatre
Great theatre going there for different events Ballet comedy etc excellent.
Bucks Dl
Terrific pub with great staff, good beer, and terrific live music.
La Dolce Italia
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 4 PM Tue
Søstrene Grene
Staff are so helpful and friendly Great products Great prices
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Dunphys
The quality of drink was superb the service was excellent and very friendly.
TWOBEANS Speciality Coffee Bar
Great coffee, great service and a lovely atmosphere
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
BITE of CHINA
Friendly service, amazing food, vegan options, nice atmosphere!
The Two Foxes Pub
Live music, lovely staff, great seats, brilliant atmosphere.
O'Loughlin's
Great pints, service and prices, highly recommended!
Belli dentro restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Sun
Bibi's Café Dun Laoghaire
Gorgeous cafe, delicious coffee, lovely staff, and love the brunch.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Daniel's Restaurant
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM Tue
Vanilla Pod Dun Laoghaire
The food was delicious, atmosphere was chill, and staff were really nice.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Tue
Shankill Beach
Clean and less crowded beach.
Meadows & Byrne
A busy store but well stocked and close to car-parks and street parking.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Tue
Dún Laoghaire East Pier
They answered questions with ease and provided directions quickly.
Board And Brewed
The nachos are off the charts and the chai latte was best I've had in ages.
The Art of Coffee
Tasty coffee in a great location with a lovely décor.
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
Dun Laoghaire Baths
Lovely cafe and arts space.
Con LUCAS
Incredible coffee, food, drinks, and atmosphere 🫶
Closed · Opens 7:15 AM Tue
Seapoint Park
Favourite place to go for a swim and and for walk.
Cala
The food was insanely tasteful and very friendly service too!
Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Dun Laoghaire Corner Shop
Decent prices with a good range of daily essentials.
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Roots Cafe Dun Laoghaire Library
Really nice iced coffee, friendly service even when busy and lots of seating
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Tue
Capri Pizza Dun Laoghaire
I really recommend the Capricciosa and the homemade panna cotta
Helios Floating Sauna Dún Laoghaire
East Pier Bandstand
It’s a great place with fresh air to clear your mind.
Catalyst Coffee | Dun Laoghaire
The staff is lovely and the coffee quality is one of the best in the area!
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
West Harbour Dún Laoghaire
Beautiful, simples yet nice.
The Pantry Dun Laoghaire
Lovely and Friendly Staff, Food is amazing and Cleanliness is top.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Frank's Bar @ F.X. Buckley
Excellent ... Really good cocktails and always a good atmosphere.
East Beach, Seapoint
Make sure you go when it's high tide, so you can enjoy the pier stairs!
Dun Laoghaire Marina Pier
As close as it gets to being onboard yourself.
Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Tourist Information Centre
We really got a lot of information.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
YAYA Dun Laoghaire
Beautiful clothes, amazing service.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Dun Laoghaire
Just seven miles south of Dublin, Dun Laoghaire (pronounced "Dun Leary") stands as one of Northern Europe's most charming cruise ports, offering travelers an authentic Irish welcome and seamless access to some of the continent's most captivating destinations. Served by seven major cruise lines including Viking Ocean Cruises, Oceania Cruises, and Celebrity Cruises, this vibrant harbor port welcomes 167 upcoming cruises annually, making it a hub for explorers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion.
As a primarily port-of-call destination, Dun Laoghaire features prominently on 14-night itineraries that venture throughout the British Isles and beyond. Cruises departing from or stopping here typically include ports such as Bergen, London, Belfast, Liverpool, and Edinburgh, allowing passengers to experience the rich tapestry of Northern European culture and history. The peak season runs from May through September, with August and July drawing the most visitors seeking to explore during Ireland's finest weather.
What truly sets Dun Laoghaire apart is its remarkable accessibility to world-class attractions. The port's proximity to Dublin means you're just minutes from the city's literary landmarks, Georgian architecture, and legendary pubs, while the surrounding Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown area offers coastal walks, historic sites, and warm Irish hospitality. Modern port facilities ensure smooth embarkation and disembarkation, while the picturesque harbor itself—lined with colorful Victorian buildings and bustling with local life—provides an enchanting introduction to Ireland's maritime heritage.
As a primarily port-of-call destination, Dun Laoghaire features prominently on 14-night itineraries that venture throughout the British Isles and beyond. Cruises departing from or stopping here typically include ports such as Bergen, London, Belfast, Liverpool, and Edinburgh, allowing passengers to experience the rich tapestry of Northern European culture and history. The peak season runs from May through September, with August and July drawing the most visitors seeking to explore during Ireland's finest weather.
What truly sets Dun Laoghaire apart is its remarkable accessibility to world-class attractions. The port's proximity to Dublin means you're just minutes from the city's literary landmarks, Georgian architecture, and legendary pubs, while the surrounding Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown area offers coastal walks, historic sites, and warm Irish hospitality. Modern port facilities ensure smooth embarkation and disembarkation, while the picturesque harbor itself—lined with colorful Victorian buildings and bustling with local life—provides an enchanting introduction to Ireland's maritime heritage.
Cruise Lines at Dun Laoghaire
- Viking Ocean Cruises (103 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (27 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (24 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (6 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (6 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (2 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (2 cruises)
- Silversea (2 cruises)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dún Laoghaire?
Dún Laoghaire is a coastal town and port near Dublin, Ireland.
What can I do in Dún Laoghaire?
Walk along the East Pier, enjoy harbor views, cafes, and local maritime heritage.
How can I reach Dún Laoghaire?
Take the DART from Dublin city center or use local buses; the harbor is well connected.
Is Dún Laoghaire good for families?
Yes, with promenades, parks, and kid-friendly activities by the harbor.