What is striking about Bray is the wide variety of educational opportunities it offers. There are as many as nine primary schools and seven post-primary ones. All sixteen of these educational institutions are distributed generously to the local population, which numbers just 28,000. Bray is often referred to as a dormitory town for Dubliners. It’s also home to the Ireland-dedicated film studio, Ardmore Studios.

Its location on the River Dargle and the Irish Sea, not far from the Wicklow Mountains,  makes the region really picturesque. That’s why scenic spots like the Powerscourt Waterfall, Lough Dan and Glandalough should not be missed. A walk along Bray Head – a lovely cliff jutting out far into the sea – is a memorable experience for all nature lovers. One of the oldest fossils found in Ireland is Oldhama, which can be seen at the base of Bray Head. If you tread the 7-kilometre-long path around Bray Head to Greystones, you’ll enjoy remarkable views of the Great Sugar Loaf Mountain. 

There’s a lot more to be seen in Bray. Start with the Bray Heritage Centre, which displays the history of the town and its development. The Old Courthouse will welcome you on Main Street, offering you insight into Bray’s cultural traditions and history. Also, the Kulruddery House and its gardens are worth a stop because they are an example of how transcendent and captivating the mix of nature and architecture can be. The National Sealife Center located on Strand Street allows observation of the over 1,000 sea creatures that live there. In addition, youngsters will probably love the various shows there. The FinZone Underwater Trail is a huge amusement park for teenagers. 

Architecture buffs will be enchanted by the Victorian buildings scattered along the seashore. The earlier settlers from Britain and Dublin built splendid summer homes against the lovely background of Bray’s natural riches. Recently, this gorgeous landscape has been made into a stage for two main annual events – the Jazz Festival in April and the Summerfest in July. Moreover, Bray offers many cinemas and theatres, as well as pubs and restaurants with live music shows all year round. Sports activities include golf, sea angling, hiking and horseback riding. It seems that a visit to Bray can make everyone find something of interest, while experiencing the beauty of Ireland at the same time.