Wicklow has a plethora of unique gift and shopping ideas ideal for the Christmas season. This holiday season, go above and beyond by surprising your loved ones with experiences and products that capture the spirit of this lovely county. Wicklow provides a lovely array of possibilities to make your holiday season truly memorable, from exhilarating adventures to handcrafted crafts and scrumptious treats.
Annual Passes
Give your loved one the gift of a year-round adventure with an annual pass to one of Wicklow’s top attractions. An annual pass will allow them to explore Wicklow at their leisure and take advantage of the limitless access to these incredible attractions. Whether they are a nature lover, a history buff, or a thrill seeker, there is a yearly pass for them! Some of the incredible destinations offering annual passes include:
Gift Vouchers
Gift vouchers are an excellent way to give the gift of choice while also supporting local Wicklow businesses throughout the holiday season. There is something for everyone with vouchers available for a variety of attractions and accommodations.
Popular options include:
- Cooking classes at Ballyknocken Cookery School
- Golf packages at Woodenbridge Hotel & Lodge
- Golf, Dining, and Overnight Stays at Druid’s Glen Hotel
- Dine or Stay at Rathsallagh Country House
- Massages, Dinners, and Afternoon Tea at the Glenview Hotel
- Dinner, Wine, & Spa Trips at Brooklodge Hotel & Macreddin Village.
- Overnight Stays, Spa Visits, and Afternoon Tea at Powerscourt Hotel.
Wicklow Passport
With the Wicklow Passport, you can give the gift of adventure this Christmas! This unique gift highlights the wide range of things to see and do in the county and provides a terrific opportunity to (re)discover Wicklow’s magic. The Wicklow Passport is an excellent Christmas present that can be delivered to friends and family all across the world.
Hampers
Hampers make for a thoughtful and practical Christmas gift, catering to a variety of tastes and interests.
Popular options include:
- Delectable Chocolate and Wine Hampers from the Chocolate Garden of Ireland.
- Powerscourt Distillery’s Premium Irish Hampers.
- Wicklow Wolf’s Exceptional Christmas Hamper
- Avoca’s Gift hampers, Featuring Their Signature Food and Beauty Products.
- Support local food and drink with a Wicklow Naturally certified hamper from a local supplier.
Outdoor Adventures in Wicklow
Give the gift of adventure this Christmas with some of Wicklow’s unforgettable outdoor experiences. Some of Wicklow’s most popular outdoor activities include:
Mountain Biking Lessons & Tours:
- Book in advance and select from a number of lesson types with Biking.ie
- Book weekly coaching and training sessions available at Glencullen Adventure Park
- Pre-book a day of adventure and explorations with Fatbike Tours
Watersports Activities:
- Kayaking at Bray Adventure or Wicklow Kayaking
- Surf Lessons with Brittas Bay Surf School
- Deep Sea Fishing with Wicklow Boat Charters
Equestrian Classes & Training:
- Book Lessons with Polo Wicklow
- Learn to Ride with Festina Lente Equestrian Centre
- Training Lessons with Boswell Equestrian Centre
- Pre-book Riding Lessons with Brennanstown Riding School
- Book a holiday or lesson-to-lesson program with Oakwood Stables
Golf Gift Cards & Vouchers:
Arts & Crafts Workshops
Uncover the ideal Christmas gift within Wicklow’s vibrant arts and crafts scene. Some popular options for creative Christmas gifts are:
- Painting Workshops with Avoca Studio Gallery
- Wood-Turning and Ceramics Making at Studio Upper Aughrim
- Craft Workshops, including Candle-Making, at Crafty Craic Workshop
- Specialised Jewellery and Christmas Decorations at TJ Gelletlie
- Learn about Knitting with a visit to Shuttle Knit
- Hands-on Pottery workshops at Healy Pottery
- Beautiful, local paintings available in Kilmantin Arts
- Authentic Irish Shillelagh, Crafted by the Old Shillelagh Stick Makers
