Dungarvan Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Ireland
About Dungarvan
Dungarvan sits at the head of a sheltered but shallow bay at the mouth of the Colligan River. It's only suitable for small craft eg fishing boats, and has never been a significant port like Waterford or Cork. Its Irish nameDún Garbhánmeans "Garbhann's fort," which was actually a monastery, founded in the 7th century on the east bank of the river. The settlement that grew up around it was called Abbeyside, with St Augustine's church now on that site. Dungarvan itself grew up west of the river, and became the larger settlement, around the castle founded by Prince John in 1185. The castle is an unusually lightweight structure, not like the stout fists of masonry and authority that the Normans would later smack down upon the Irish landscape. It didn't see much medieval conflict, and the town s
Top Attractions in Dungarvan
Explore the best things to see and do in Dungarvan:
- ★Dungarvan Castle
- ★Waterford County Museum
Where to Eat in Dungarvan
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Crew's Restaurant
- 🍴Indian Ocean
- 🍴Interlude
- 🍴Merrys Bar
- 🍴Ormond's Cafe
- 🍴Tannery
Where to Stay in Dungarvan
- 🏨Barnawee Bridge B&B
- 🏨Casey's Caravan & Camping Park
- 🏨Gold Coast Hotel
- 🏨Lawlor's Hotel
- 🏨Park Hotel
Dungarvan Travel Guide Sections
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