Bona Ventura

Dalkey · Dublin

Vico Bathing Place

BeachLocal favourite

A cliff-edge bathing place under Vico Road with ladders into deep water, a small seawater pool and views to Killiney Bay; long-time regulars swim here and at neighbouring Hawk Cliff all year. Hidden below the road, it is easy to miss.

Address
Vico Road (Hawk Cliff), Dalkey, Co. Dublin
Hours
Open access, all year; no lifeguard
Best time to go
Morning · About 1 h
Price
Free
Price level
€

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Good to know

  • Getting in and out is tricky on the ladders; if in doubt use the small seawater pool
  • Walk down the public right of way from Vico Road over the railway footbridge; parking is very limited
  • It is one of the few nude bathing spots in Dublin, so expect some naturists

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