Getting a bus to Glendalough
Published on 7th November 2006 
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesThe rolling landscapes of Ireland's Wicklow Mountains have long appealed to me, and they also were a favourite haunt of my parents. And now, I've discovered a twice-daily bus service that transports you straight to this alluring corner of the Emerald Isle: the St. Kevin's Bus.
The 30-mile (48 km) route commences in Dublin, where I once spotted an evening service departing, adorned with its web address. This coach ride will take you to one of the most picturesque locales in Ireland. Along the way, the bus makes a stop at the coastal town of Bray, a place where my parents once honeymooned. The place is home to an enchanting promenade that offers panoramic views of the Irish Sea. Beyond that, Roundwood is the next landmark along the route, the highest village in Ireland.
The final destination is Glendalough, which resides within the expansive Wicklow Mountains National Park, a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Two picturesque lakes, the Upper Lake and Lower Lake, beckon visitors to embark on serene picnics or invigorating hikes. The area offers a variety of outdoor activities such as rock climbing, making it an ideal destination for those wishing to immerse themselves in the natural splendour.
The Wicklow Mountains, with their rugged beauty and abundance of walking trails, make for an ideal destination for those seeking nature. And while I have yet to visit this captivating region, the knowledge of the bus times has sparked a sense of possibility within me, the promise of new journeys waiting for embarkation.
So, if you find yourself in Dublin and yearning for an escape into the countryside, you can hop aboard the St. Kevin's Bus. Then, you can allow the Wicklow Mountains unfold before your eyes, as you traverse an enchanting land and uncover its quieter corners. Their rugged beauty and abundance of walking trails, make for an ideal destination for those seeking an escape from urban confines.
Even though, I have yet to visit this captivating region, the knowledge of the bus times has sparked a sense of possibility within me, the promise of new journeys waiting for embarkation. Perhaps one day, I too will step off that bus in Wicklow, hoping for invigoration as I take my first steps into this attractive area not far from Dublin. Until then, those hills and valleys will be kept on a shelf where appealing ideas are retained.
