Dublin
The capital and its harbour towns: a DART or commuter-train ride from the city centre to cliff walks, seafood piers, and castle demesnes along the county Dublin coastline.
5 towns in Ireland
Towns in Dublin

Dalkey
South Dublin's medieval port, now a village of castles, writers, and island goats
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Dún Laoghaire
South Dublin's Victorian harbour town, all piers, swimmers, and Sunday markets
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Howth
Dublin's coastal village, 25 minutes from the city centre
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Malahide
Castle, coast, and village charm on Dublin's northside
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Skerries
A working harbour town that never stopped being a seaside resort
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