During your walking holiday you may want to take some time out for sightseeing. Below we have listed a number of attractions, which can be reached easily from the walking centre and will provide a relaxing and fun day out for everyone.

Glendalough, 6th Century Monastic Site
This is a truly spellbinding place - an ancient monastic settlement from the 6th century beneath the sheer cliffs of a deep valley. The settlement has been a centre for pilgrims and visitors since its foundation. The round tower, cathedral, stone churches and decorated crosses most likely date from between the 8th and 12th centuries.

The excellent Glendalough Visitor Centre provides regular exhibitions, informative guided tours of the monastic site, as well as an audio-visual show about the rich heritage of the area.

Close by is the Information Office of Wicklow Mountains National Park. Here you can pick up a small map, which describes a number of delightful rambles around Glendalough Valley.

Greenan Farm Museums & Maze
The Farm Museums present exhibits going back over 200 years when traditional hill farming used only the horse and the donkey. Another attraction is the Maze, which was planted in 1988 using Lawson Cypress and stands on about half an acre. A traditional Irish cottage close to the Old Farmhouse contains a lovely tearoom and there is a signposted walk through the farm and through a wildlife sanctuary.

Wicklow's Historic Goal
There has been a Gaol in Wicklow Town since 1702 and it remained active until 1924. The interpretative design is related to the history of the Gaol through the eyes of their inmates. The exhibition uses a unique combination of audio visual material, interactive displays, reconstruction and actors to bring history to life and to involve the visitor in the amazing stories that surround historical events.

Russborough House
Near Blessington Lake in West Wicklow, one of the finest 18th century houses in Ireland is open to the public. Not only does this magnificent Palladian mansion boast lavish plasterwork, splendid chimney-pieces and superb joinery, but it also contains the world-famous Beit collection of pictures, furniture and objects d'art.

Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens
Located in County Wicklow's neighbouring county, Kildare, the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens are well worth a visit. Established in 1946, the Irish National Stud combines an active role in the development and promotion of Irish bloodstock and is one of Ireland's major tourist attractions. The lands of the Irish National Stud include the world-famous Japanese Gardens.