Bray Head and its views are breath-taking. It's so peaceful and calming. The coastal views are nothing short of stunning. We decided to do the cliff walk from the promenade up to the head. At the very top is the infamous cross. The last time we were there much of the cliff walk was closed due to mudslides. We decide to soldier on and made it almost to the top. We were ill-prepared for the mud and walk rounds. While we were wearing good walking shoes, we should have been wearing hiking boots. The experience of the climb is one that you won't forget. When all open and no mudslides it's not a very difficult walk at all. Depending on how far you want to go, the walk can last 1-3 hours. A shorter walk around the summit is just about an hour. The loop to Greystones is longer but absolutely worth it. read more

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Good little hike, even if not especially demanding or challenging. Also an ideal way to spend half a day outdoors away from Dublin using only the train and/or bus. We went up from the Bray side - basically, walk the sea promenade, start going up and then keep to the right - and diverged from the main route midway to merge with the Cliff Walk heading to Greystones. The marked path is a loop walk but we wanted to avoid going back towards Bray. I don't think you need to be specially fit to get to the top, there are a couple of short but steep inclines, but I believe most people can do it if they take their time - or stop for a lot of photos. You'll see plenty of families climbing it :) I just wouldn't recommend it on or right after a very rainy day, as parts of the track can get muddy and slippery. The views along the way are very rewarding, and it's good exercise too. The loop walk alone should take you 1.5/2 hours if you are relatively fit and make few stops. You can spend a good 2.5 hours if you continue your hike towards Greystones. And as if the green landscape descending into the sea wasn't enough to sell this hike, there's also some nice places both in Greystones and Bray where you can rest up and treat your tired self to some nice food and drink - for the ultimate feel-good experience, I'd recommend the Happy Pear :) read more

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I don't know what qualifies a mountain but I think 'Bray Head' is less of a mountain and more of a gorsey, stony, foresty hill. You'll notice the cross which stands proudly on the head from anywhere along the promenade and it's quite a landmark for locals. It takes about half an hour to climb and is just challenging enough to make you break a sweat and feel a certain satisfaction when you make it to the cross. From there, you have a clear view of Bray, the surrounding Wicklow countryside and the Dublin coastline. If I remember right, you can see the Poolbeg Chimneys from here too. As kids, we used to love running down mountain from tree to tree, using each one as a stopper, craftily avoiding roots as gravity forced us downward. Back in the 50s when Bray was Ireland's Benidorm, they used to have a cable car bringing tourists up and down the Head - the 50s equivalent of bungee-jumping I guess... read more

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Located in Bray is a cross on top of a hill. I was told that a lot of people trek up here during Holy Week. As a person who has never hiked before, I was definitely intimidated at how far the cross was. Depending on where you start, it takes 4-5 miles to get to the top, but the view and surroundings are beautiful at any point of the hike. There are different paths to get to the top but it's worth the trek in the end. Definitely wear sturdy shoes and bring water! I wouldn't recommend bikes since the pathway is steep and narrow. Afterwards you can eat at one of the restaurants by the seaside :) read more

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It was winter time and a friend and I needed a break from a busy week. We took the Dart from Dublin to Bray and after walking to the promenade we have decided to walk this hill. Amazing time. Peaceful and relaxing. It is not so challenging but you'll find roots and rocks on the trail so have proper shoes ! It takes approximately 30 - 45 min to go up depending on your mood. Going up there if you love hiking a bit and stunning views. I have felt so amazed by the panoramic view ! Perfect for a break surrounded by sea and nature ! Tip : Dart is nearly 30 min journey from Dublin, good ticket prices. Another reason to go there ;-) read more

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Today was my first time climbing Bray Head, and it was so worth it! It's not too challenging, a couple of steep sections and not much of a flat for the whole way up-- so you do break a bit of a sweat, but it's really enjoyable. If you're any way fit you'll have no bother getting there. The view from the top is just stunning, I couldn't believe it. I sat atop for about half an hour just admiring it, you can see all along the coast and even as far as the city. It's fun to watch planes and boats come into the city. Today was a beautiful spring day but it wasn't too busy, only two couples at the summit when I got there. It really gets your blood pumping and the best thing is to come down and grab an ice-cream from one of the many cute stalls along the prom. Really makes for a relaxed but fun day. read more

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Such a beautiful walk along the coastline in Bray. It is easily accessible from the town and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. Enjoy the view of the east of the island and horses grazing at the top; you may even see a palm tree or two! On your way back to the DART stop at the local chipper (Fish & Chips) to warm up. read more

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So I climbed to the top of this mountain... more like a hill. Anyway, it took me a little while since it was extremely rocky and lots of lose debris to get up there. It is not an easy climb despite popular belief. I think a lot of it is due to the lose gravel and what not. There is an unofficial path to the top, but if you do choose to go on your own route -- be prepared for the unexpected. Not much to worry about animal wise, just losing your footing and what not. I didn't escape without getting a couple of scrapes. Totally worth going up if you love hiking and spectacular views. The view from up there is absolutely stunning. I think the best part is having the satisfaction knowing you reached it and seeing what Ireland really is from such a glance. I can go and on about seeing Dublin Bay and the panoramic view, but truth is - I was just happy to make it. Bray Head was conquered. FYI - the cross has been up here since 1950. I can't imagine carrying up a concrete cross up that hill like they did. read more

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I highly recommended visiting Bray, Head , Bray , County Wicklow, Ireland. The views from the top of Bray Head are beautiful and breathtaking. If you are visiting Dublin. Be sure to take the DART Train out to Bray. Nice to take a walk along the seafront in Bray and then you can start your walk to the top of Bray Head. Definitely wear a pair of walking or running shoes that are very comfortable. When walking a long the seafront you can find lots of great cafes, restaurants and Ice-cream stores. I personally know Bray from my school days in this beautiful town. We often walked a long the Bray Seafront and often walked to the top of Bray Head. A little side note my school had an annual game called the Bray Head Game played on St.Patricks Day every year. Lots of running up and down Bray Head and competing against Team London which was located at the bottom and Team New York at the top. Pirates would be located trying to steal cargo from each team. Cargo consisted of cards that were either a 2 or 1. New Yorkers and Londoners could also challenge each other. At the very end whom ever had the most points got to share the sweets AKA-Candy. Happy Days from my time at Aravon, School, Bray County Wicklow. Sadly the school has since closed down but the memories live on. As stated in the above a visit to Bray Head is highly recommended. Lastly if you are also looking for a really long walk you can walk from Bray Head to Greystones, County Wicklow. Beautiful cliff walk. Just be mindful of the time if you are taking the DART. There is a DART Station in Greystones also. read more

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This place is beautiful. We didn't make it all the way to the top because I had my 9 month old with me and only had his stroller. It was tough getting up there with that. I got as far as I could, but the views were still incredible. Definitely wear walking shoes as it takes a while to get up there. My husband had dress shoes on and couldn't make it as far as I did. There's a parking lot right out front, and it's pretty cheap. You can always grab a pint right after! ;-) Totally worth the visit. read more

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Perhaps this deserves a bit more like 3.5 stars. I'm a bit undecided. Bray is a nice town perhaps a half hour south of center-city Dublin. It doesn't have too much going on--a beach, a handful of shops, some pubs. The main attraction is the hill--Bray Head. It's a good half hour hike up the hill... that is, if you go the right direction and don't make a wrong turn. Once you get to the top, there is a beautiful view of the sea, town, and surrounding hills and valleys. It really is quite nice to see. However, the one down side is that you do quickly run out of things to do after, say, two hours in Bray. I'd still recommend it for anyone visiting Dublin for a week or so. Still, I wouldn't visit if you haven't already seen Howth to the north of Dublin and Dún Laoghaire to its south. read more

This is a beginner's hike with a nice a view. I'd classify myself as an intermediate hill walker and found this hike to be very simple. I went on my own and met nice groups of tourists up for the day. I've been once before in the rain and found it to be muddy, but not hard to stay with the path. Being up most recently for the second time on a clear and dry day, I walked up relatively quick and enjoyed the view. You can take the DART easily and be there and back in half a day. Bray is also fairly easy to navigate and get around in on your own. There's not a lot I find entertaining to do here, but you can see the coast, walk around easily, and climb Bray's Head for a good view of the sea and town. The Italian gelato stands on the boardwalk have a good selection of treats for the DART ride home. read more

I love walking to the top of Bray head. Its quite a challenge and not for the unfit, and when you get all the way to the cross there is a wonderful view of the city and surrounding waters. You take a left up the steps at the start of the hill as if you go straight on you will end up walking the 5 km to Greystones! The trees become something essential as you need them to pull yourself up many parts of the hill and often the trail is vertically challenging in places. A dog by your side will encourage you up if only because they make it look so easy! The last time i went to the top i brought a book, a dog and a picnic and staying in peace for about an hour; very relaxing. It got a bit cold after a while and other people started to invade my peace but it's not the world's greatest secret. There is evidence of old stone walls along the path to Greystones and there is also an old spooky graveyard which i haven't found yet so a visit to Bray is a must, the dart makes it so accessable and there are some nice restaurants along the seafront although the dreaded arcades still exist but i suppose they are the reason a lot of people go there. read more

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This is the headland to the south of Bray. It's a good old vigorous walk to the top, and will expand your lungs and pump your heart a little. The view from the top is great, from Howth right down the Wicklow coast. If you have more energy, you can walk the six or so miles to Greystones, or take the Dart, or come back on the Dart. Of couse, you can plan longer treks with Bray in the middle for a pub lunch. But using the light railway gives you a lot of options. read more

Bray Head makes for a nice day trip on the weekend, especially as you can reach it via the DART commuter train from Dublin. Located right next to the seafront in Bray it adds some sweating and puffing to some lazy-Sunday-strolling if you wish to climb it. But then it's only 240 metres, and I've seen grandparents climb it with their grandchildren. On the top there's a tall concrete cross erected in the Holy Year 1950, and you have a good view towards Dalkey, Dublin Bay and Howth. You can even walk a full circle from the hilltop down to a walk around the base of the hill, running parallel to the rail-tracks. And you can reward yourself with some beer, ice cream or seafood down at the seafront again. read more

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Bray Head is a great place to go after hitchhiking from Dublin out to Greystones! Do make sure you go with a caring, strong man, preferrably 2 male friends as I did! The lads thought it would be a great idea to jog from Greystones all around the top of Bray Head and so, we did! Me in a pair of high heels (new ones at that) and all! This was around 10.30pm one summer's evening and, admittedly, some years ago! It was exciting, starry, breathtaking, exhausting, bloody dangerous and not for the feint of heart! This is one of those mad things one does but, I would have to say, "Do not try this at home!". We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, laughing all the way and had a well earned bag of chips and a can of coke each at the end of our romp before hitchhiking back to Dublin. During the day the views are glorious and it is grand to climb to the top after having strolled leisurely along the promenade, visited a psychic, eaten ice cream and just enjoyed the colour and throng of people having fun on a sunny day. read more

A relatively simple hill walk this can be included on a day out from Dublin. Take the DART to Bray, stroll along the beach, have a look at the fading amusement arcades and then climb the head. The views from the top are stunning although it can get a bit cold up there. If you're feeling particularly energetic go all the way to Greystones! read more

Nice for walks even with cold and rainy weather. Walked up to Bray Head on one day and to Greystones on the other. Lots of coffee and food places on the way back to the DART. read more

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A nice hill just outside of Bray, hence the name. It's a great walk when the weather is nice- well, when it's not raining- and it'll take you about an hour from the Bray DART station along the beach and up the hill. It's just steep enough to make you break a sweat and the view from the top is well worth it. You might want to pay attention on the way down though, because there is no proper path, and the bit of path that's left tends to get washed out in the rain. I've managed to slide down the hill on my bum on more than one occasion. But it's still a lovely little hike, and you can start the Wicklow Mountains hike from here. read more

Bray Head is a summit near Bray, a really popular hill-walking spot. Being a great place to spend a sunny day (the views are the most spectacular!), it is not too difficult to reach (30-40 minutes from Dublin by DART, a suburban electric train, a short walk from DART, and finally a challenging, but not exhausting walk up the hill). If you want more adventure, you can take a walk along the coast to Greystones (about 10 km), the seaview is beautiful all the way there. read more

I've never reviewed a mountain before, but this one's a great one. You can walk to the very top (where there's a giant cross) and view across Bray all the way to Killiney bay and Dalkey island. Or alternatively do the cliff walk which goes around the mountain to Greystones with stunning views of the sea. Definitely check it out if you've never done it before. read more