Enfield Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Enfield’senviable location in the glorious Meathcountryside, and just a short distance from the wonderful, buzzing city ofDublin, is no accident. Unlike most other towns inIreland that developed around a key central pointsuch as a church, Enfield developed as the perfectplace for travellers to rest as they make their way inland from Ireland’scapital city.

Which is why hospitalityand the warmest of welcomes is in the lifeblood of this charming destination.Ideal for those looking to explore the energy of Dublin whilst also maintainingsome relaxing breathing space, Enfield will alsodelight those hoping to enjoy the more rural Irish delights of County Meath andCounty Kildare.

Shopping in Enfield

Enfieldis very much a gateway town and offers quick and easy access both to DublinCity as well as to central Ireland and beyond.

Obviously Dublin Cityitself, Ireland’s capital city, needs little introduction and offers awonderful combination of all the big name retail brands, alongside smallerboutiques and independents, all housed in a charmingly compact and lively buthistoric city centre.

If however you prefer amall-style shopping experience, then why not stop off at the LiffeyValley shopping centre, one of Ireland’s leading shoppingdestinations.

And just a short drive tothe south of Enfield you will discover the chic outlet shopping available at KildareShopping Village.

The retail choices areendless but there’s more to Enfield than consumerdelights.

Nature and Heritage in Enfield

Located conveniently asit is on the borders of the counties Meath and Kildare,Enfield is the ideal place to explore the wondersof Ireland’s gorgeous countryside.

BoyneValley, a short distance to the north, is the perfect place toimmerse yourself in nature. Here you can take to the water in a kayak or canoe,or let the time just drift away whilst you cast off enjoying the fantasticsalmon fishing.

The area also boasts anumber of castles, country houses and religious sites – not to mention theUNESCO World Heritage Site Brú na Bóinne, or Palace of the Boyne, one ofEurope’s most significant complex of megalithic sites. Here you can communewith nature and connect with thousands of years of history.

Activities in Enfield

Based inEnfield, you will find plenty of opportunities toget out and have some fun. If you head across to the Boyne Valley, as well asthe kayaking and canoeing, you can take your pick from paintballing,go-karting, horse-riding and much more. Or you can test your mettle with someabseiling or wall climbing at the Loughcrew Adventure Course, where you willalso discover a ropes course, archery, climbing ropes and log walls.

Enjoy Enfield

Enfield is an idealcentral location to discover the many different aspects ofIreland, whether it’s quick and easy access to theexcitement of nearby Dublin city itself, or to the glorious landscapes, wealthof heritage and abundance of outdoors activities this fabulous area has tooffer.

The Johnstown Estate
The Johnstown Estate
4 out of 5
Johnstown Estate, Enfield, Co. Meath
The price is ₹16,231 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹16,231
₹18,422 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (448 reviews)
Quiet Luxury, not too far from Dublin
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Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Johnstown Estate
Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross
Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross
4 out of 5
Naas Road, Newlands Cross, Dublin, Dublin
The price is ₹11,752 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹11,752
₹13,339 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross
Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley
Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley
4 out of 5
Fonthill Rd, Clondalkin, Dublin, Dublin
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₹11,245
₹12,763 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Clayton hotel liffey valley
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Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley
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Knightsbrook Courtyard Houses
Knightsbrook Courtyard Houses
3.5 out of 5
Dublin Rd, Trim, Co. Meath
Stay at this 3.5-star golf cottage in Trim. Enjoy free parking, a golf course and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trim Heritage Centre and Sheep's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel, golf and spa. House we stayed in needed some improvements and care."

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Knightsbrook Courtyard Houses
Delphi Cottage
Delphi Cottage
3 out of 5
Dublin Road, R135, Ashbourne, Meath
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ashbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Emerald Park and Ashbourne Golf Club are ...
7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews)
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Delphi Cottage
53 Luxury Accommodation
53 Luxury Accommodation
3 out of 5
53 main street, 53, Maynooth, Kildare
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Maynooth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Maynooth Castle and Maynooth National Science Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Excellent pace to stay, close to the train station, pubs and bars , room looks modern, clean and fresh, although over the road from a busy bar we slept really well as the new windows blocked out any noise , we did have and issue with room keys on arrival but we sorted it with the help of another ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2024

53 Luxury Accommodation
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Small village. Great to see both male and female volunteers planting and looking after the flower beds in the village. Caesar salad great in the Bridge restaurant. Needs a new sign, current sign doesn't drive you in...