The former spa village of Lucan has grown into a large, residential suburb of Dublin, located roughly nine miles west of the city centre. In the 1750s, the small settlement burst into life with an influx of visitors flocking to spend a weekend and partake of the healing waters. But Lucan's history is traceable much further back, to the Viking invasion of the 10th Century. Many historic buildings remain in the Old Town quarter, including medieval ruins, and churches, cottages and houses from the 1700s. These include Lucan House, which is the Italian ambassador's official residence and stands on the site of a former castle. The old, picturesque part of Lucan, situated in the Liffey Valley, is counterbalanced by vast housing developments, many completed in the 1990s, stretching south and east of the main town to accommodate the "aspiring middle classes". As well as remaining close to the great shopping attractions of Dublin city, visitors to Lucan are within easy reach of big, colourful malls such as the Liffey Valley Shopping Centre and the Blanchardstown Centre. Golfers, meanwhile, don't have to go far to find the extremely scenic parklands of Hermitage Golf Club, a course that overlooks a lazily looping River Liffey.
Places to Stay near Lucan
Blackthorn Farm (73.88 miles)
Blackthorn farm is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, and most rooms have fantastic views. We are minutes from the ferry terminal in Holyhead for sailings to Ireland. ... More
Boathouse Hotel (74.23 miles)
Just 4 minutes from Holyhead's ferry port and with fabulous views overlooking the marina, the Boathouse Hotel offers en suite accommodation, fresh food, a bar and free parking. On the edge of ... More
Witchingham B&B (74.69 miles)
Wavecrest (74.82 miles)
Ideally located 100 yards from the beach yet just only 3 minutes from the ferry/rail terminal and 2 minutes walk into the town centre for pubs and eating places. All rooms at ... More
Holyhead Lodge (74.84 miles)
Travelodge Holyhead (74.95 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Trearddur Bay Hotel (75.54 miles)
Sunnyside Holiday Cottage (77.20 miles)
Sunnyside provides excellent accommodation on 2/3 floors for familes and groups wishing to stay in the popular village of Four Mile Bridge, near Trearddur Bay and Rhoscolyn and their sandy ... More
Salem Fach (78.61 miles)
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Commanding panoramic countryside views, this charming and very comfortable cottage is perfectly located for exploring the delightful island of Anglesey, with its beautiful sandy beaches, historic monuments ... More
Hotel Cymyran (78.88 miles)
Enjoying spectacular views of the Snowdonia mountain range, this family-run hotel offers a warm welcome on the west coast of Anglesey, just minutes away from the beach. During your stay, the team ... More
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