Slane
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Popular places to visit

Newgrange
Thought to have been constructed over 5,000 years ago, the Stone Age monument at Newgrange is one of Ireland’s great historic attractions. Located in the Boyne Valley, County Meath, this large Neolithic mound is older than both Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Giza.

Slane Castle
Just half an hour outside of Dublin and set in the midst of a 1,500 acre estate in the Boyne Valley is the beautiful Slane Castle. The castle has been the home of the Conyngham family since the 18th Century, with the major castle reconstruction work taking place in 1785 carried out by James Gandon and James Wyatt.

Knowth
Find out about the history of Slane when you take a trip to Knowth. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Hill of Slane
Find out about the history of Slane with a stop at Hill of Slane. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Brú na Bóinne
Explore the great outdoors at Brú na Bóinne, a lovely green space in Slane. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Mellifont Abbey
Find out about the history of Slane when you take a trip to Mellifont Abbey. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Things to do

Private Luxury Tour of Newgrange and The Hill of Tara

Private Tour of Newgrange and The Hill of Tara

Full Day Private Tour to Newgrange and The Boyne Valley

Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin

Northern Ireland and Donegal 5 day tour from Dublin
