Killiney Beach

Killiney Beach

Killiney Beach is located about 15km (10 miles) south of Dublin city centre. Killiney Dart station is beside the beach which makes it easier for those travelling by public transport. The beach has picturesque views of Bray Head, Dalkey Island and Sorrento Terrace. It is a popular destination for swimming, scenic walks and escaping city crowds. 

The beach is not sandy and is made up of pebbles and stones. Sturdy shoes or swim shoes are advised for those entering the water.  There is an exclusion zone for motorised craft for 300m from the foreshore and this is marked by lighted buoys. Swimmers should be aware that passing boats and ferries can cause sudden large waves. 

The council runs regular cleaning programmes at the beach throughout the year. This makes it clean, safe and accessible for the community. The council acknowledge the importance of the beach as an amenity for the community. The Beach retained it blue flag in 2024/2025.

Facilities / Public Conveniences and General information for your visit

• Transport: Killiney DART Station is located next to the beach. The DART services all stations northward to Dublin city and south towards Bray and Greystones. Check train times at Irish rail website: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie. The council provides a paid parking carpark next to the beach and DART station. Cycling stands are available for those travelling by bicycle.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair rental is available for use at Killiney beach. For more information please go our wheelchair page: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/parks-outdoors/beaches/beach-wheelchair-killiney-beach
• Water Quality: The bathing water profiles for Killiney are found at this link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/bathing-water-quality#summary-of-current-bathing-water-quality
• Lifeguards: Lifeguards are employed during bathing season at Killiney beach. Lifeguards are present in June when resources allow, every day in July and August, and for the first two weekends in September. Please visit the lifeguard page: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/lifeguards
• Public toilets: The council operates public toilets which are located within the carpark. Opening hours are as follows:

           - Nov/Dec/Jan/Feb - Opening times 7:30am to 9:00am. Closing between 4:30pm and 5:30pm

           - Mar/Apr/Sep/Oct - Opening times 7:30am to 9:00am. Closing between 6:00pm and 7:30pm

           - May/June/July/Aug - Opening times 7:30am to 9:00am. Closes between 9:00pm and 10:00pm

• Beach Bye Laws: Beach Bye laws are in place to make the area safe and enjoyable for everyone. These include rules on litter, dogs, jet skis, noise and litter.  Our Beach Bye Laws can be found at the following link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/parks-outdoors/beaches/beach-bye-laws
• Animals on the beach: Dogs and other animals are not allowed within the designated bathing or lifeguard-controlled area between 10am and 7pm in bathing season 1st June to 15th September. At all other times dogs are required to be kept on a leash. During Bathing season dogs are allowed to use the back area of beach if on a leash to access the non-designated Bathing/Lifeguard Control area. Note:  Guide dogs for the blind are allowed at all times. 
• Events and Activities: You will need to have a licence to hold an event at Killiney beach. Please download application forms for water based recreational activities and commercial events at the following link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/beach-event-applications-and-permits. 
• Permits and Licences: You need a permit to film or operate a personal watercraft /  jet ski. Please find additional information and download application forms at the following link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/beach-event-applications-and-permits