Killiney Hill
Ireland
In the morning, meet your guide and coach at one of the central Dublin pickup locations. Grab a comfortable seat and enjoy the drive out of the city. As we leave the city we will take you along the coast to arrive at Killiney Hill. Here we bring you on a short walk to take in the spectacular views of Dublin Bay, Then cut away form the city and take in rocky coastal scenery as you head into the Wicklow Mountains.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Killiney Hill, a natural haven located just a 30-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Dublin's city center. Rising high above the picturesque suburbs of Dalkey and Killiney, this park offers what many consider to…
Listen in the app2The Ascent — Trails and Woodlands
The climb up Killiney Hill is as much about the journey as the destination. There are numerous trails to choose from, ranging from wide gravel paths to 'little trails' that sometimes lead to unexpected dead ends. …
Listen in the app3The Witch’s Hat — The Killiney Obelisk
The most iconic landmark on the hill is the Obelisk, colloquially known as the 'Witch’s Hat'. Built in 1742 during a period of extreme cold known as the 'Hard Frost', it was commissioned by local landowner John Mapas to provide…
Listen in the app4The Pyramid of Dublin
A short walk from the Obelisk brings you to a more unusual structure: the Step Pyramid, or 'Wishing Steps'. Built in the mid-19th century, this small stone pyramid is shrouded in local lore. …
Listen in the app5The Vico Road Vistas
As you begin your descent toward the sea, you will encounter the vistas overlooking the Vico Road. This area is often called the 'Sorrento of Ireland' because the steep, wooded slopes and the blue waters of the bay strongly…
Listen in the app6The Quarry and Rock Climbing
Killiney Hill is not just for walkers; it is also a premier location for rock climbing in Dublin. The old granite quarry on the western side of the hill offers a variety of routes for climbers of all skill levels. …
Listen in the app7The Sunset Finale
We conclude our tour as the sun begins its final descent. Killiney Hill is widely considered the 'best sunset location in Dublin'. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As you make your way back down from Killiney Hill, you carry with you the 'einstein amazing' views of Dublin Bay and the memory of a sky 'on fire'. We have walked the 'little trails', stood by the 'Witch's Hat', and made wishes…
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What is Killiney Hill?
Killiney Hill is a place in Ireland with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 53.2649, -6.1150 |
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