A sheltered 2 km beach on Coast Road, next to Malahide's estuary and marina, with a promenade and dune path running its full length. Calmer than the open-sea beaches further north, making it a favourite for families and casual paddling.
| Distance | 14 km from city centre |
|---|---|
| Getting there | DART from Connolly to Malahide (25 min; ~€3.00 with Leap Card / ~$3.30); 10-minute walk from the DART station to the beach along Coast Road |
| Best season | May–September; calm waters suitable for families |
| Address | Malahide Beach, Malahide, County Dublin, K36 Ireland |
Amenities
- Car park
- Toilets
- Cafés in Malahide village
- Dog-friendly (most areas)
Good to know
- Water
- Sheltered and shallow near the marina; more open and slightly cooler toward the northern end of the strand
Weather through the year in Ireland
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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Ireland.
Location
Malahide Beach, Malahide, County Dublin, K36 Ireland
53.4499, -6.1479 View on map
Highlights
- Promenade and boardwalk run the length of the beach, linking directly to Malahide village's shops and cafés
- The estuary side of the peninsula (Broadmeadow Estuary) is a protected wetland with year-round birdwatching
- Malahide Castle and its 260-acre demesne are a 20-minute walk inland from the beach
Tips for visiting
- Low tide exposes wide sandbanks good for walking but check the tide table before wading out, as the estuary channel current picks up on the ebb
- The village side of the beach (near the marina) is calmest for young children; the northern end faces more open sea