Application Deadline: Friday, 12th September at 5:00 P.M.

Award Summary: An outstanding attraction that enables the region’s tourism offering a memorable experience

Judges assess: Visitor experience, innovation, local impact, accessibility and sustainability

Award Description:

This award recognises a tourism attraction in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown that sets a high standard for visitor engagement, creativity, and regional promotion. Whether it’s a heritage site, cultural experience, natural destination, or entertainment venue, the winning attraction will demonstrate excellence in how it welcomes, entertains, educates, and inspires guests.

Attractions may be long-standing landmarks or new initiatives — the key is how they contribute to the area’s identity and hospitality landscape, attract local and international visitors, and deliver economic and cultural value.

Why Enter?

Tourism attractions are vital to the region’s reputation and vibrancy. If your destination is drawing visitors, generating positive word-of-mouth, or playing a role in community and economic development, this award is a chance to showcase your success.

Recognition can boost your visibility, attract partnerships, and acknowledge your team’s work in creating unforgettable visitor experiences.

Judging Criteria

Judges will evaluate:

  • Quality of visitor experience – customer care, storytelling, and overall satisfaction
  • Innovation – unique features, interactive elements, or creative programming
  • Cultural or environmental value – how well the attraction reflects local heritage, sustainability, or natural beauty
  • Accessibility and inclusion – facilities and programmes that welcome diverse audiences
  • Impact on the local economy and community – job creation, collaboration, or promotion of the area

Eligibility

To be considered, attractions must:

  • Be located within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown
  • Have been open to the public for at least 12 months
  • Welcome visitors on a regular basis (seasonal or year-round)

Attractions of all sizes — public or private, paid or free entry — are welcome to apply.

Best Tourism Attraction

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Best Tourism Attraction

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown enjoys an extensive and unique array of tourist attractions and venues that deserve recognition and credit for the great visitor experiences they provide. This category is open to cultural, hospitality, environmental, historic and sporting attractions that deliver outstanding visitor experiences.

Key Questions: Up to 200 words per answer

Important Notes for All Entrants:

  • Maximum 200 words per answer unless otherwise stated
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  • Judging is independent
  • All shortlisted businesses will be announced in September
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Application Deadline: Friday, 12th September at 5:00 P.M.