Dublin Off the Beaten Path Tips by Mariajoy

A short train journey south from Dublin on the DART took us to Killiney beach. It was mostly deserted (well it was February!) apart from some dog walkers and joggers. The thing I found most odd about this beach was the lack of birds... and shells....there were no shells.

There was a derelict tea room which must have been nice once and it looked as though someone had set up camp on the ruined terrace area.

The other thing about this beach is that there is only one way out.... when you get to the end you have to turn round and come back again.

There was also a sign warning people not to be near the waters edge when the ferry boat comes in as it causes big waves... and this happens regularly in the summer so I guess it's not a safe place for families with young children.

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This was the sign I spotted on the tunnel approach wall on Killiney beach... Look out for the car ferry making big waves on the beach!

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We could see this island from Howth harbour.

There are boat trips from the East Pier, Howth taking visitors, walkers, nature lovers, birdwatchers and school groups to the island , which is a bird sanctuary. They will also see the ruins of St Nessans Church dating back to 700AD and a 19thC Martello Tower.

When we were there in February there was no ferry so please check the website for the timetable etc.

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Website: http://www.islandferries.net/