Explore Drogheda
Experience a more
authentic side of Ireland.
Welcome to Drogheda
A smaller town with plenty
to experience
Set between Dublin and Belfast, Drogheda combines the atmosphere of a close-knit Irish town with culture, history and everyday life. It is easy to explore, more relaxed than the capital and just 45 minutes from Dublin, giving you the space to settle in without feeling disconnected.
Boyne Valley
Riverside campus
45 minutes from Dublin
Why students choose Drogheda
Live a local Irish experience
Settle into a close-knit town where local cafés, traditional pubs, independent shops and familiar faces quickly become part of your routine.
Explore centuries of history
Discover St Peter’s Church, the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre, the Boyne Valley and Newgrange, one of Ireland’s most important ancient sites.
Live more affordably
Drogheda offers a more accessible cost of living than Dublin, helping students make more of their time in Ireland.
Stay connected
Reach Dublin in around 45 minutes and use Drogheda as a base for exploring Ireland’s east coast and countryside.
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More to experience
See what everyday life here feels like
There is always something happening, from local events and social activities to trips around the surrounding area — all planned by the ELI Student Experience Team.
Walking tours
Explore Drogheda’s historic streets, riverside and local landmarks with other students.
Cultural events and experiences
Discover Irish culture through live music, local events and everyday traditions.
Parties and social events
Meet new people through themed parties, student gatherings and nights out.
Sports and creative activities
Take part in friendly matches, outdoor activities, workshops and creative sessions.
Excursions
Visit Newgrange, the Irish coast and some of the region’s most memorable places.
European trips
Travel beyond Ireland and explore exciting destinations across Europe with other students.
Study by the River Boyne
A spacious school in
the heart of Drogheda
Drogheda campus
Watch the tour
A characterful waterfront school five minutes from town
ELI Drogheda is housed in a stone warehouse building on the waterfront, just five minutes from the town’s main shopping and cultural areas. Bright, spacious classrooms, colourful interiors and comfortable social spaces give students room to study, relax and connect.
Waterfront building
Bright classrooms
Social spaces
Study and experience Drogheda
Find your Drogheda programme
Choose the experience that matches your age, goals and how long you want to make Drogheda part of your life.
Experience Ireland
A flexible English immersion experience connected to everyday life in Ireland.
Ages 16+
Ages 10-17
Ages 7+
Erasmus+ Student Mobility
International mobility experiences developed around institutional goals.
Institutions
English for Teachers
Develop your English while experiencing education, culture and life in Ireland.
Teachers
Ages 18+
Work and Study — Non-EU
A long-term English experience for eligible international students.
Ages 18+
Could Drogheda
feel like home?
Tell us what kind of experience you are looking for and our team will help you explore the programmes and dates available.
