Lovely Irish coastal town just outside major city will delight visitors

Tourists are loving a small Irish coastal town that is located not too far from one of the country's major cities. Dunmore East is located in Co Waterford and a 23-minute drive away from Waterford City.

Co Waterford has recently been getting plenty of time in the spotlight as tourists and journalists discover the huge array of things to do in this corner of Ireland. Recently, the New York Times included Waterford in its list of the best places to travel in 2024.

Most people who head to Waterford will stay in Waterford City . Being Ireland's second-smallest city, it has some great things to do, see and eat, and is known for its interesting Viking history .

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However, Co Waterford is home to some gorgeous towns. One of those is Dunmore East, located on the south coast of Ireland . The town is a delight for those traveling around Ireland and is a great location for those wanting to explore Waterford's Copper Coast and other naturally stunning places such as Coumshingaun Lough.

For those looking to experience a thrill on the water, this is the place to be. One of the top-rated things to do in Dunmore East is a visit to Dunmore Adventure.

Here, tourists will get to try things like sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, caving, and sea safaris. "Fantastic day out. Friendly staff. Definitely will return. Great time on the course and a relaxing kayak around the coves," said one visitor who posted a review on Tripadvisor.

Another said: "The whole kayaking experience was fantastic we had a really good instructor called Jack Jones who made the whole experience very interesting told us a lot about the coves when the tides came the types of fish you could and also a place where you could see seals!"

Other things to do in Dunmore East include Dunmore East Golf Club, which boasts amazing views. What really stands out for many who visit Dunmore East is its range of pubs and restaurants.

Some of the most popular pubs in the fishing town include Azzurro At The Ship, The Bay Cafe, O'Shea's Fish & Chips, Aggie Hayes' Pub, and The Cliff Restaurant.