The Top 19 Attractions around Drogheda
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Drogheda. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Drogheda is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 30, 2025
Millmount Fort and Martello Tower
Highlight • Historical Site
Millmount Fort in Drogheda was a great surprise. The short climb to the top rewards you with sweeping views over the River Boyne and the town... perfect for a quick …
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Mellifont Abbey
Highlight • Historical Site
In the Boyne Valley you will find the oldest Cistercian abbey in all of Ireland. Mellifont Abbey was founded in 1142 and belonged to Clairvaux Abbey. A look at the …
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St Mary's Church
Highlight • Religious Site
The construction of St Mary's Church was completed in 1889. It has a very beautiful interior with wall paintings, statues, stained glass windows and mosaics to discover.
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Muiredach's High Cross, Monasterboice
Highlight • Monument
Wikipedia (Monasterboice (Irish: Mainistir Bhuithe), 2023-01-29):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monasterboice
- Round Tower
- Muiredach's Cross (South Cross)
- West Cross (Tall Cross / at the north church)
- North Cross
- East …
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monasterboice
- Round Tower
- Muiredach's Cross (South Cross)
- West Cross (Tall Cross / at the north church)
- North Cross
- East …
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Monasterboice High Crosses and Round Tower
Highlight • Historical Site
Wikipedia (Monasterboice (Irish: Mainistir Bhuithe), 2023-01-29):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monasterboice
- Round Tower
- Muiredach's Cross (South Cross)
- West Cross (Tall Cross / at the north church)
- North Cross
- East …
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monasterboice
- Round Tower
- Muiredach's Cross (South Cross)
- West Cross (Tall Cross / at the north church)
- North Cross
- East …
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West Cross (Tall Cross)
Highlight • Monument
Roaringwater Journal (Muiredach's Cross, 2020-03-01):
roaringwaterjournal.com/tag/muiredachs-cross
“… The Tall Cross or West Cross is the highest in Ireland, at nearly 7 metres. Because of its size it has the greatest …
roaringwaterjournal.com/tag/muiredachs-cross
“… The Tall Cross or West Cross is the highest in Ireland, at nearly 7 metres. Because of its size it has the greatest …
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St. Mary's Parish Church, Dingle
Highlight • Religious Site
The construction of St Mary's Church was completed in 1889. It has a very beautiful interior with wall paintings, statues, stained glass windows and mosaics to discover.
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Muiredach's High Cross
Highlight • Monument
Wikipedia (Muiredach's High Cross, 2023-02-01):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muiredach's_High_Cross
“Muiredach's High Cross is a high cross from the 10th or possibly 9th century, located at the ruined monastic site of Monasterboice, in County …
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muiredach's_High_Cross
“Muiredach's High Cross is a high cross from the 10th or possibly 9th century, located at the ruined monastic site of Monasterboice, in County …
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Saint Laurence's Gate
Highlight • Monument
Wikipedia (Saint Laurence Gate, 2022-12-20):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Laurence_Gate
discoverboynevalley.ie (St Laurence's Gate & Drogheda Walls, 2022-12-20):
discoverboynevalley.ie/boyne-valley-drive/heritage-sites/st-laurences-gate-drogheda-walls
The Irish Times (“Historic Drogheda gate to be closed to traffic”, 2017-08-15):
irishtimes.com/culture/heritage/historic-drogheda-gate-to-be-closed-to-traffic-1.3187866
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Laurence_Gate
discoverboynevalley.ie (St Laurence's Gate & Drogheda Walls, 2022-12-20):
discoverboynevalley.ie/boyne-valley-drive/heritage-sites/st-laurences-gate-drogheda-walls
The Irish Times (“Historic Drogheda gate to be closed to traffic”, 2017-08-15):
irishtimes.com/culture/heritage/historic-drogheda-gate-to-be-closed-to-traffic-1.3187866
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Termonfeckin Castle
Highlight • Castle
This three storey tower house was built in the 15th or 16th century. A sign indicates that a key can be picked up to access it from the neighbour.
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