Portmarnock Beach (aka Velvet Strand)
Portmarnock Beach is a great Dublin beach, also known as Velvet Strand, and is a long (approx. 5km) sandy beach backed by sand dunes and a golf course.
Facilities at the beach include car parking, toilets, a shop, a cafe/restaurant and seasonal lifeguards.
Portmarnock Beach is a Blue Flag Beach.
Dog Friendly Beach?
We have no current information on dog restrictions for Portmarnock Beach.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have 7 beaches in Dublin, or check our list of Dublin Dog Friendly Beaches.
Planning your visit to Portmarnock Beach
Portmarnock Beach, Portmarnock, Dublin City, Dublin , Ireland
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