Diving Dublin & Wicklow | East Coast

About Dublin & Wicklow (East Coast)

The Dublin and Wicklow coast proves world-class cold-water diving sits within reach of a capital city. Dalkey Island and the Muglins offer clear water, kelp, seals and walls just south of Dublin Bay, while Howth and Ireland’s Eye give sheltered, shore-accessible diving ideal for courses. Killiney Bay holds the HMY Helga wreck, and Lambay Island rises with volcanic walls, anemone gardens and the scattered RMS Tayleur clipper. Further south, Skerries and Arklow Bank add small wrecks, flatfish and rays. The region is convenient, forgiving and rich in life, making it a relaxed training ground and a handy base for visitors who want to combine city culture with accessible sea dives.

Highlights

• ✓Dalkey Island & The Muglins: clear water, kelp, seals and walls
• ✓Howth & Ireland’s Eye: sheltered shore diving great for courses
• ✓Killiney Bay: the HMY Helga wreck at 10-18 m
• ✓Lambay Island: volcanic walls, anemone gardens and the Tayleur
• ✓Skerries & Arklow Bank: small wrecks, flatfish and rays

Getting There

All sites are reached by DART train, bus or car from Dublin city, with dive centres in Dun Laoghaire, Howth and Skerries. Boats launch from these harbours and Dalkey, with shore entries at Ireland’s Eye and Killiney.