Two hours at Skerries Harbour

A short walk along Harbour Road, with time to watch the boats, have lunch at Blue Bar and get an ice cream by the pier.

1–2 hours including stops · About 700 m on foot

The itinerary

Start at Red Island car park, harbour side. Finish at Red Island car park.

Red Island car park
Start on the harbour side of Red Island. Check the parking signs, then head down towards Harbour Road. If you’re coming by train, allow extra time to reach the harbour.
Parking in Skerries
Harbour Road
Follow the pavement with the boats beside you. The map shows a turning point along Harbour Road, but you can turn back for lunch whenever you like.
Lunch at Blue Bar
Walk back along the harbour to Blue Bar or one of the neighbouring cafés. If you need a particular entrance or table, check with the venue before you visit.
Blue Bar menu and bookings
Lunch at Blue Bar
Storm in a Teacup
Walk across to the pier for an ice cream, then follow the pavement back to the Red Island car park.
More places for coffee or lunch

The route follows pavements. Widths and kerbs vary along the harbour. For the shortest visit, go from the car park straight to lunch and the pier.

The restaurants and cafés on Harbour Road are close to the pier. You can spend most of the visit indoors.