Founded on the northeastern border of Ireland, Carlingford still resembles a small medieval settlement despite the past centuries with its narrow streets and historic atmosphere. Even today, it is possible to see the remains of the old wall on Tholsel Street, a heritage of medieval ages.
Located on the Dublin-Belfast road, Carlingford is also a great resting area for those traveling between the two cities. When you get to this area, you can walk through the narrow historical streets and enjoy delicious Irish dishes at the restaurants having a historical background. If you have enough time, you can spend a few days staying at the hotels in Carlingford and its surroundings, and visit other nearby historical places.
Carlingford, a favourite tourist destination for tourists since the Victorian era, is such a place that can please those who want a peaceful Ireland experience, especially away from the crowds. The Belfast-Dublin train, which has been in service since the Victorian era, is undoubtedly one of the most important factors in the development of Carlingford and its surroundings. You can take this train connecting two cities with each other just to enjoy the gorgeous sights.
You can join the tours organized by the local guides of the region in the months from the end of May - the most popular period - until the end of August. Besides, these trips are great not only to see the hidden beauties of the countryside, but also to taste delicious Irish dishes.
If you are in with music, you have come to the right place! You can enjoy the music and have fun in the city thanks to the annually held International Blues on the Bay Festival. In addition, the Newry Arts Festival and the Carlingford Oyster Festival are also some of the most promising and entertaining events.
You can spend a pleasant time at the hotels, restaurants and bars of Carlingford as well as you can enjoy and experience the traditional Irish dream with your friends and loved ones. Many of them are award-winning venues and are very successful in terms of price and performance comparison. If you wish, you can camp for a more interesting experience in the region, but remember that the hotels and accomodation alternatives at houses are recommended. If you are going to visit the region during the summer months, making your reservation in advance may help you avoid having difficulties finding a place due to increased demand.
Carlingford, which has become more organized thanks to the efforts carried out since 2008, is undoubtedly one of the most accurate and enjoyable destinations for a short a-few-day trip to Ireland. For transportation to this area, you can prefer to fly directly to Belfast from the major cities of Europe and then get to to Carlingford by land.
