logo-textlogo-textlogo-textlogo-text
  • See & Do
    • Activities
      • Walking Holidays & Walking Guides
      • Wicklow Walks
      • Cycling – Mountain Biking – EBiking
      • Golf Wicklow
      • Surfing & Kayaking
      • Equestrian
      • Indoor Amusements
      • Classes & Courses
      • Language Schools
    •  
      • Outdoor Adventures Centres
      • Swimming & Fitness
      • Sailing & Yachting
      • Fishing & Angling
      • Spas in Wicklow
      • Archery / Shooting
      • Skiing
      • Yoga & Pilates
      • Bird Watching – Falconry
    • Attractions
      • Top Attractions
      • Tours & Guides
      • Heritage and Local Attractions
      • Gardens & Historic Homes
      • Scenic Locations
      • Art Centres & Galleries
      • Touring Routes
      • Towns & Villages
  • Passport
    •  
      • Arklow
      • Ashford
      • Aughrim
      • Avoca
      • Baltinglass
      • Blessington
      • Bray
    •  
      • Brittas Bay
      • Carnew
      • Delgany
      • Donard
      • Dunlavin
      • Enniskerry
      • Laragh & Glendalough
    •  
      • Greystones
      • Hollywood
      • Kilcoole
      • Kilmacanogue
      • Newtownmountkennedy
      • Rathdrum
      • Redcross
    •  
      • Roundwood
      • Newcastle
      • Shillelagh
      • Tinahely
      • Wicklow Town
  • Events
  • Eat Drink Stay
    • Eat & Drink
      • Cafes & Deli’s
      • Fast Food & Take-Away
      • Local Foods & Produce
      • Pubs & Bars
      • Restaurants
    • Accommodation
      • B&Bs
      • Campervan & Motorhome
      • Caravan, Camping & Mobile Homes
      • Glamping
      • Hostels
      • Hotels
      • Inns & Pub Accommodation
      • Self Catering
      • Unique Retreats & Venues
  • Shopping & Services
    • Shopping
      • Large Stores & Shopping Centres
      • Local Art, Craft & Design
      • Local Shops
      • Local Markets
    • Services
      • Car & Camper Van Hire
      • Coach & Minibus Hire
      • Taxis & Cabs
      • Beauty Salons / Hairdresses
      • Public Transport
      • Work Space
      • Tourist Offices & Information Points
✕

Wicklow Town

  • Home
  • Listings
  • Wicklow Town

Wicklow Town

Published by Visit Wicklow on 25 February 2015

Wicklow Town

Wicklow Town is the capital town of Co. Wicklow. According to local history, the town was founded circa AD 795 by the Vikings. The Black Castle ruins which overlook the harbour stand as a reminder of the Norman invasion.

The harbour and its surrounds play an integral part in the life of the town, both commercially and from a tourist point of view.  Enjoy a stroll out either of the piers or further along The Murrough, a coastal wetland, very popular with walkers and nature lovers where you can enjoy beautiful views of the town and coastline.

  • Top Things to See & Do in Wicklow Town
  • WICKLOW TOWN HERITAGE TRAIL:  From St Patrick’s Landing to Cpt. Robert Halpin 
  • Wicklow Passport Recommended Itinerary

For more info on Wicklow Town, go to https://wicklowtown.ie/

Wicklow Town News

Explore the Wicklow Wander Wall Murals!

Explore the Wicklow Wander Wall Murals!

Discover More Nearby… See & Do Eat Drink Stay Transport & Services Be Inspired Outdoor Water Based Activities in Co. […]

Read more
Top Things to See & Do in Wicklow Town

Top Things to See & Do in Wicklow Town

Discover More Nearby… See & Do Eat Drink Stay Transport & Services Be Inspired Mountain Biking Top Attractions Best Wicklow […]

Read more
Wicklow Passport Itinerary:  Wicklow Town, Ashford, Rathdrum, Redcross/Brittas Bay

Wicklow Passport Itinerary: Wicklow Town, Ashford, Rathdrum, Redcross/Brittas Bay

Discover More Nearby… See & Do Eat Drink Stay Transport & Services Be Inspired Best Wicklow Walks & Trails Outdoor […]

Read more

Map & Contact Details

https://wicklowtown.ie/

GPS Co-ordinates:
Latitude: 52.979656 | Longitude: -6.040421

Top Things to See & Do in Wicklow Town

Kilmantin Arts

Kilmantin Arts

    Wicklow Kayaking

    Wicklow Kayaking

      Wicklow Town Heritage Trail

      Wicklow Town Heritage Trail

        Skate Park & Outdoor Gym – Wicklow Town

        Skate Park & Outdoor Gym – Wicklow Town

          Wicklow Bowl & KidZone

          Wicklow Bowl & KidZone

            Wicklow’s Historic Gaol – Ireland’s Ancient East

            Wicklow’s Historic Gaol – Ireland’s Ancient East

              Wicklow Town Passport Trail

              Wicklow Town Passport Trail

                Blainroe Golf Club

                Blainroe Golf Club

                  Coral Leisure Centre Wicklow Town

                  Coral Leisure Centre Wicklow Town

                    The Murrough

                    The Murrough

                      Glen Beach Cliff Walk – Wicklow Head

                      Glen Beach Cliff Walk – Wicklow Head

                        Black Castle Wicklow Town – Ireland’s Ancient East

                        Black Castle Wicklow Town – Ireland’s Ancient East

                          Greystones Language School

                          Greystones Language School

                            Wicklow Golf Club

                            Wicklow Golf Club

                              Wicklow Coast

                              Wicklow Coast

                                See more

                                Wicklow Passport

                                Stamping Locations in Wicklow Town
                                Wicklow Passport

                                Discover More Nearby…

                                Eat Drink Stay

                                vw-38

                                See & Do

                                vw-39

                                Shopping & Services

                                vw-40

                                Top Events

                                Wicklow Regatta Festival 2025

                                Wicklow Regatta Festival 2025

                                  Bray Air Display 2025

                                  Bray Air Display 2025

                                    Kaleidoscope Festival 2025

                                    Kaleidoscope Festival 2025

                                      Brave Meave Family Festival Bray 26th & 27th July 2025

                                      Brave Meave Family Festival Bray 26th & 27th July 2025

                                        Kilmacanogue Show

                                        Kilmacanogue Show

                                          EcoTrail Wicklow Trail Running Festival 2025 – 25th to 27th September

                                          EcoTrail Wicklow Trail Running Festival 2025 – 25th to 27th September

                                            Bray Beach BBQ Festival

                                            Bray Beach BBQ Festival

                                              Tinahely Agricultural Show 2025

                                              Tinahely Agricultural Show 2025

                                                Wicklow MTB Festival 2025 at Ballinastoe National Mountain Bike Centre in Ireland’s Ancient East

                                                Wicklow MTB Festival 2025 at Ballinastoe National Mountain Bike Centre in Ireland’s Ancient East

                                                  Wicklow Pride Festival 2025

                                                  Wicklow Pride Festival 2025

                                                    See more

                                                    Wicklow News

                                                    Fad Saoil -blog

                                                    Saunas In Wicklow

                                                    Discover More Nearby… See & Do Eat Drink Stay Transport & Services Be Inspired Hidden Swimming Areas In Wicklow Three […]

                                                    Timmy Mallet - Blog photo

                                                    Timmy Mallett Visits Wicklow On His Cycling Journey Around Ireland

                                                    Discover More Nearby… See & Do Eat Drink Stay Transport & Services Be Inspired Three Days Fast Packing the Wicklow […]

                                                    Wicklow Ambassador pic

                                                    Wicklow Ambassadors Övünç and Burcu

                                                    Övünç and Burcu were inspired by the Visit Wicklow Passport to take on the challenge of becoming Wicklow Ambassadors during […]

                                                    See more

                                                    Special Offers

                                                    No posts found

                                                    See more

                                                    Facebook

                                                    [custom-facebook-feed]

                                                    Newsletter Subscription

                                                    Gallery

                                                    Discover More Nearby...

                                                    Food & Drink Accommodation
                                                    Activities Attractions Shopping
                                                    Services Transport

                                                    Be Inspired

                                                    Three Days Fast Packing the Wicklow Way with Jeff Pelletier & Audree Lafreniere (YouTube Video)

                                                    Three Days Fast Packing the Wicklow Way with Jeff Pelletier & Audree Lafreniere (YouTube Video)

                                                      Mountain Biking Top Attractions

                                                      Mountain Biking Top Attractions

                                                        Best Wicklow Golf Holes – Part 2

                                                        Best Wicklow Golf Holes – Part 2

                                                          Outdoor Water Based Activities in Co. Wicklow

                                                          Outdoor Water Based Activities in Co. Wicklow

                                                            Hidden Swimming Areas In Wicklow

                                                            Hidden Swimming Areas In Wicklow

                                                              Best Wicklow Walks & Trails

                                                              Best Wicklow Walks & Trails

                                                                See more

                                                                Wicklow Outdoors

                                                                Wicklow Passport

                                                                Find us on


                                                                • Facebook
                                                                  Facebook

                                                                • TikTok
                                                                  TikTok

                                                                • Instagram
                                                                  Instagram

                                                                • YouTube
                                                                  YouTube

                                                                 

                                                                • Join Wicklow Tourism
                                                                • About Us
                                                                • Wicklow News

                                                                 

                                                                • Contact Us
                                                                • Disclaimer
                                                                • Privacy Policy

                                                                 

                                                                Translate:

                                                                en English
                                                                ar Arabiczh-CN Chinese (Simplified)nl Dutchen Englishfr Frenchde Germanit Italianpt Portugueseru Russianes Spanish

                                                                © Visit Wicklow 2024
                                                                    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
                                                                    Cookie settingsACCEPT
                                                                    Privacy & Cookies Policy

                                                                    Privacy Overview

                                                                    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
                                                                    Necessary
                                                                    Always Enabled
                                                                    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
                                                                    Non-necessary
                                                                    Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
                                                                    SAVE & ACCEPT