Slane
Ireland · LeinsterIE
Village in County Meath, Ireland
Slane is a village in County Meath, in Ireland. The village stands on a steep hillside on the left bank of the River Boyne at the intersection of the N2 and the N51. As of the 2022 census, Slane's population was 1,445. The village and surrounding area contains many historic sites dating back over 5,000 years. The village centre, as it is laid-out today, dates mainly from the 18th century. The village is in a townland and civil parish of the same name.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 1,349
- Coordinates
- 53.710, -6.543
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
- Elevation
- 64 m
Overview of Slane
Slane is the kind of village you find in Leinster, Ireland. Around 1,349 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. What stands out most: nightlife, adventure and culture. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Slane
Nightlife in Slane
(3)Nightlife in Slane covers Events, Festival and Nightlife. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Slane.
Adventure in Slane
(2)Adventure in Slane covers Abseiling and Adventure. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Slane.
Culture in Slane
(2)For culture, expect Ancient Ruins and Towers. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Slane.
Water Sports in Slane
(2)Under water sports, Slane is tagged with Rafting and Wakeboard. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Slane.
Wellness in Slane
(1)On the wellness side, Slane offers Farms. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Slane. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Slane
(1)Slane records Fishing under other activities. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Slane. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Slane
Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
Slane rewards a slow approach — a hub in Leinster, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Dublin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Slane that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Slane known for?
- Travellers associate Slane with nightlife, adventure and culture. It sits in Leinster, Ireland and counts about 1,349 residents.
- What can you do in Slane?
- Slane is tagged with Events, Festival, Nightlife, Abseiling and Adventure, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Slane?
- Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Slane located?
- Slane belongs to Leinster, Ireland, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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