About Dalkey
Dalkey is a picturesque coastal village in south County Dublin, between Sandycove, Killiney and Glenageary, with a strong sense of identity and an attractive mix of historic cottages, period homes and newer residential streets. Its centre is lively but polished, built around Castle Street and the village’s cafés, restaurants, independent shops and traditional pubs. Living here offers easy access to the sea, with Dalkey Island views, rocky shoreline walks and nearby Killiney Hill providing some of the area’s best scenery. Families are well served by local primary schools including Dalkey School Project National School and Harold Boys National School, while further education options are available in surrounding south Dublin and Dún Laoghaire. DART services from Dalkey station provide a convenient commute towards Dún Laoghaire, Blackrock and Dublin city, while buses and the nearby N11 and M50 connect the wider area; electric vehicle charging is also available locally. Residents can walk to well-regarded restaurants, cafés and pubs in the village, including DeVille’s, Finnegan’s of Dalkey and The Magpie Inn, with further shopping and services in Dún Laoghaire. Sporting, cultural and outdoor options include Dalkey United, local sailing and rowing activities, Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre, and the parks and coastal amenities around Killiney and Sandycove.
Property Market in Dalkey
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What’s in Dalkey
Schools
Educates children through a child-centred, multi-denominational primary school approach.
Visit website ↗Established local primary school serving boys from Dalkey and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗Nearby boys’ primary school serving families in the wider coastal district.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent coastal rail services connect Dalkey with Dublin city, Bray and intermediate stations.
Local Dublin Bus routes link the village with Dún Laoghaire, Killiney and surrounding areas.
Major south Dublin corridor providing access towards the city, M50 and south Wicklow.
Orbital motorway reachable via the N11 for wider Dublin and regional journeys.
Local public charging provision for residents and visitors travelling by electric car.
Amenities
Recognisable Dalkey dining venue offering an informal restaurant and bar setting.
Popular French-inspired restaurant in the heart of Dalkey village.
Long-established village pub known for its characterful atmosphere and food.
Contemporary Dalkey venue serving drinks and modern food in relaxed surroundings.
Historic medieval castle with guided performances and local heritage interpretation.
Scenic nearby park with woodland walks, sea views and Dublin Bay panoramas.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community football club providing youth and adult soccer programmes locally.
Coastal rowing club supporting training, competition and community participation.
Local organisation involved in community issues, events and village initiatives.
Well-known annual literary festival attracting authors and audiences to the village.
Local cookery school offering practical classes and food-focused experiences.
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