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Hill of Tara

Navan, Ireland

History

The ancient seat of the High Kings of Ireland, a grassy hill of earthworks with the standing stone of the Lia Fáil and views over the plains of Meath.

Nearest town
Navan, Ireland
Category
History & culture
GPS
53.5797, -6.6118

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Ireland: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Barrier-free toll on the M50 around Dublin. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Motorhome stopover · SlaneMotorhome stopover
    16 km from Hill of Tara
    Motorhomes

All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Hill of Tara?

Hill of Tara is in Navan, Ireland, at GPS 53.5797, -6.6118. It is about 12 km from Trim.

Can you camp near Hill of Tara?

Yes. Within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers listed in OpenStreetMap; the nearest is about 16 km away.

Which road trips pass Hill of Tara?

Hill of Tara is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Boyne Valley: Tara, Trim and Newgrange.

What is there to see near Hill of Tara?

Places worth a stop nearby: Trim Castle (12 km), Newgrange (Brú na Bóinne) (16 km), Monasterboice (25 km) and Kilmainham Gaol (30 km).

When is the best time to visit Hill of Tara?

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)