Glendalough itineraries: when to go, how long to spend, and a day-by-day plan

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Tickets: Entry to the site is free. A visitor centre charges for entry and tours.
Time needed: Allow two to three hours to see the ruins and lakes.
Best time: Spring and autumn have fewer visitors than summer.
Getting there: About 1 to 1.5 hours by car from Dublin; the St Kevin's bus runs from the city centre.

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How Glendalough fits into a day.

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The monastic ruins and lakes are free. The visitor centre has an entry fee.

Two to three hours covers the main site and short walks.

Marked trails lead around the lakes and into the hills. Some routes take several hours.