Bray is a coastal town in County Wicklow and is situated about 20 km south of Dublin city centre on the east coast. It is the ninth-largest urban area within the Republic of Ireland.
Bray is the perfect safe staycation destination, whether it’s a family holiday or simply a weekend break. We’re home to some incredible experiences that you can’t get anywhere else. Find out more here.
Bray retailers, tourism providers and hospitality businesses have created a safe environment for customers and employees and are ready to give everyone a big welcome back so please help Bray bounce back and #ShopLocalFirst. Browse for the ‘Best of Bray‘ listings here.
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As we emerge out of the Covid-19 crisis and we start to get back to normal, well a new kind of normal and you’re looking for a breakaway, Bray is the perfect safe staycation destination, whether it’s a family holiday or simply a weekend break so why not make a break for it and soak up the long summer days in Bray.
Ireland’s oldest film studios, Ardmore Studios, the award-winning Bray Air Display, Bray Central – an impressive leisure, dining and retail development located in the heart of the thriving town of Bray (opening soon), Bray Emmets GAA Club which was founded in 1885, Bray Wanderers Football Club with its home matches played at the Carlisle Grounds, East Coast FM – Wicklow’s Favourite Radio Station, Mermaid Arts Centre – a leading space where ideas, creativity, imagination and artistic expression find a natural home and SEA LIFE Bray Aquarium – where you can discover an amazing underwater world.
Simply move the mouse left to right and then click on the ‘Festival name’ of your choice for more info. Find out all about the festivals and events happening annually around our town here.
Swipe right and then click on the ‘Festival name’ of your choice for more info.
It’s an honour and privilege to receive these awards. To be recognised like this is a true testament to hard work and dedication from some exceptional people in the District. Volunteerism is key and winning such awards wouldn’t be possible without the great support, enthusiasm and expertise from these community champions. Thank you!
It has been confirmed that the Bray Air Display will return in 2022. Get the latest festival and event news by following us on our social media channels: Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
Bray has a substantial public transport network, both north from Dublin and south from County Wicklow and County Wexford.
Travelling by air
To plan and book a flight to Ireland, please visit dublinairport.com. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bray.
Travelling by train
Bray is on the DART Rail Network. The town is also on the mainline Iarnród Éireann rail network which connects north to Connolly Station in Dublin city centre.
Travelling by bus
Six bus companies pass through Bray: Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland on behalf of Transport for Ireland, Bus Éireann, Finnegan’s Bray, Aircoach, St. Kevin’s Bus Service to Glendalough.
Travelling by car
Bray lies along the M11 motorway corridor; an interchange at its northern side links with the M50 Dublin bypass.
Car rentals
Looking to hire a vehicle? … You can choose from a wide range of service providers including Irish Car Rentals, carhire.ie, Europcar, Hertz & NewWay. To see a full membership list please see the Car Rental Council of Ireland website.
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