Rock of Dunamase is a Tourist attraction located in Dunamaise .
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Sep 25, 2024
Upon my arrival in Portlaoise on 9 September 2024, I searched for a same-day private tour and found John Hayes of Green Island Tours. He graciously agreed to meet me at my hotel that same afternoon (… Full review by deni h
Aug 18, 2024
Fantastic view of the countryside and a spectacular setting for a castle. A lot more could be made of it in terms of information though. Full review by Peter_Mercer
Aug 17, 2024
Nice drive only 1 hour from Dublin, just off the main Dublin to Cork motorway in Portlaoise. Would highly recommend a visit here. It’s free! And with lovely views out over the countryside. Full review by Jason M
How long does it take to climb the mountain and so how much time would I allot for this site? Thank you
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A couple of minutes... If in the area I highly recommend a 5 min drive from there to the historic ruins of Oughaval Church just down the Road near the bottom of the hill towards …
A couple of minutes... If in the area I highly recommend a 5 min drive from there to the historic ruins of Oughaval Church just down the Road near the bottom of the hill towards Stradbally. It was home to the Book of Leinster once...
For someone using a rental car, is the parking area seem safe enough? What if you have luggage in the car?
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Hi jalene its a very small car park and you are right beside attraction so id say safe enough , as you climb you can see your car but it’s entirely up to each person have a pleasant trip
Is there a fee to visit the site. I am considering adding it to my group trip for next year.
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No fee on visiting the Rock of Dunamase. Well worth visiting as it is only 4 - 5 minutes from the motorway. If you have additional time on your visit there is a beautiful monastic site and …
No fee on visiting the Rock of Dunamase. Well worth visiting as it is only 4 - 5 minutes from the motorway. If you have additional time on your visit there is a beautiful monastic site and heritage centre at Timahoe 10Km south of the Rock of Dunamase. A facebook page dedicated to the Rock of Dunamase and county laois history and heritage is up and running.
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