Guidebook for Swords
Sightseeing
Ward River Valley Park is a linear park on the banks of the Ward River. Features of particular interest in the park include some 12th century fortifications and the remains of an Italian garden.
Ward River Valley Park
Moatview CourtWard River Valley Park is a linear park on the banks of the Ward River. Features of particular interest in the park include some 12th century fortifications and the remains of an Italian garden.
Swords Castle was built as the manorial residence of the first Anglo-Norman Archbishop of Dublin, John Comyn, around 1200 or a little later in Swords, just north of Dublin.
17 locals recommend
Swords Castle
Bridge StreetSwords Castle was built as the manorial residence of the first Anglo-Norman Archbishop of Dublin, John Comyn, around 1200 or a little later in Swords, just north of Dublin.
Shopping
At the heart of North Dublin is the Pavilions Shopping Centre. The mall has everything you need under one roof including fashion, lifestyle, electronics and more.
39 locals recommend
Swords Pavilions SC station
At the heart of North Dublin is the Pavilions Shopping Centre. The mall has everything you need under one roof including fashion, lifestyle, electronics and more.
Food Scene
Masterson's Steak House and Wine Bar in Swords is family run steak house and grill offering the perfect spot for dinner and a night out.
Masterson's
17 Main StMasterson's Steak House and Wine Bar in Swords is family run steak house and grill offering the perfect spot for dinner and a night out.
The old Schoolhouse Bar and Restaurant a traditional but modern Irish pub. Our restaurant has been recently refurbished and we specialise in locally sourced steak & seafood.
19 locals recommend
The Old Schoolhouse Bar & Restaurant
Church RoadThe old Schoolhouse Bar and Restaurant a traditional but modern Irish pub. Our restaurant has been recently refurbished and we specialise in locally sourced steak & seafood.
Gourmet Food Parlour Swords
North StreetThe best breakfast and brunch
Drinks & Nightlife
The pub caters for a mixed crowd but mainly the over 30 age group. It was once known throughout Dublin as a great spot for live music with lots of rock bands getting their first gig at The Lord Mayor
The Lord Mayors
Main StreetThe pub caters for a mixed crowd but mainly the over 30 age group. It was once known throughout Dublin as a great spot for live music with lots of rock bands getting their first gig at The Lord Mayor
Open late 7 nights a week, Empire bar Swords serves food daily, breakfast lunch and dinner. Late night live music and DJ with extensive drinks menu.
6 locals recommend
Empire
16 Main StOpen late 7 nights a week, Empire bar Swords serves food daily, breakfast lunch and dinner. Late night live music and DJ with extensive drinks menu.
Everything Else
Malahide Castle and Gardens is one of the oldest castles in Ireland, set on 260 acres, this magnificent & historic 12th century castle has been home to the Talbot family for over 800 years.
187 locals recommend
Malahide Castle & Gardens
Back RoadMalahide Castle and Gardens is one of the oldest castles in Ireland, set on 260 acres, this magnificent & historic 12th century castle has been home to the Talbot family for over 800 years.