Monasterboice
Dunleer, Ireland
A small monastic site with a round tower and Muiredach’s High Cross, one of the finest carved crosses in Ireland. Free to visit.
- Nearest town
- Dunleer, Ireland
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 53.7777, -6.4175
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
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
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Campsites nearby
- Port OrielMotorhome stopover11 km from MonasterboiceMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · DroghedaMotorhome stopover12 km from MonasterboiceMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · DroghedaMotorhome stopover12 km from MonasterboiceMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · DroghedaMotorhome stopover12 km from MonasterboiceMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · DroghedaMotorhome stopover12 km from MonasterboiceMotorhomes
- Lynch's Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover14 km from MonasterboiceMotorhomes
All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Monasterboice?
Monasterboice is in Dunleer, Ireland, at GPS 53.7777, -6.4175. It is about 8 km from Drogheda.
Can you camp near Monasterboice?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Port Oriel, about 11 km away; within 25 km there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Monasterboice?
Monasterboice is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Boyne Valley: Tara, Trim and Newgrange.
What is there to see near Monasterboice?
Places worth a stop nearby: Newgrange (Brú na Bóinne) (10 km), Hill of Tara (25 km), Trim Castle (35 km) and Silent Valley Reservoir (47 km).
When is the best time to visit Monasterboice?
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)