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Parks, Gardens & ZoosDublin has a large quantity of parks and gardens within the city. Enjoy yourself and take a restful day in there. To help you choosing, which one to see, please find a list below. We try to provide you with short info as well as opening hours and admission charges. Ardgillan Demesne Regional ParkBalbriggan The Ardgillan Demesne Regional Park consists of 194 acres of pastureland, mixed woodlands and gardens. It is overlooking the bay of Drogheda and is unique for the magnificent views. Opening Hours:
Blessington Street BasinBlessington Street The Blessington Street Basin is a former city reservoir. The wildlife has been fully refurbished in 1994. Known as Dublin's Secret Garden it is a quiet haven for visitors. Opening Hours:
Admission is free Dublin Garden Group [ www.dublingardens.com ]Fairfield Lodge The Dublin Garden Group consists of private gardens in the Greater Dublin Area. The owners of the gardens that are normally not opened to the public welcome groups to share their enthusiasm for plants. Fernhill GardensFernhill Fernhill Gardens are privately owned and maintained. 40 acres of parkland, rockery & watergarden offer visitors the possibility to spend a wonderful time in a quiet and beautiful environment. There is a wide range of native plants and animals. Opening Hours:
Garden of RemembranceEast Parnell Square Dublin 1 Tel: 00353 (0)1 874 3074 Email: visits@ealga.ie The Garden of Remembrance is an Irish memorial garden for those killed in the Irish War of Independence between 1919 and 1922. The garden was opened in 1966, on the fiftieth birthday of the Easter Rising. Merrion Square Park (Archbishop Ryan Park)City centre The Merrion Square Park houses many fine sculptures, a floral garden, a collection of old Dublin lamp posts, a heather garden and a playground. It is considered as one of the best parks in Europe. Opening Hours:
Admission is free National Botanic GardenGlasnevin The National Botanic Gardens were opened in 1805. The range of plants includes approximately 20.000 species displayed at an area of 19.5 hectares. Opening Hours:
Newbridge Demesne Regional ParkDonabate The Newbridge Demesne Regional Park covers an area of 150ha. It is an 18th century landscape park and includes woodland belts and flower meadows. Visitors may have beautiful views. Opening Hours:
October to March Phoenix Park / Dublin Zoo [ www.dublinzoo.ie ]Dublin 8 Tel: 00353 (0)1 474 8900 Phoenix Park is a place for the whole family. Young and old may take a rest and watch the beautiful scenery. With its 1,760 acres, Phoenix Park is considered to be the largest municipal park in the world. Dublin Zoo is located directly in the centre of the Park and has become home to many species. Opening Hours:
Phoenix Park Visitor CentrePhoenix Park The Phoenix Park Visitor Centre is situated next to Ashtown Castle in the Phoenix Park. It houses an exhibition on the history and wildlife of the park. The Visitor Centre also includes an area for children, which makes it ideal for a family trip. Opening Times:
St. Annes Park & Rose GardensRaheny St. Annes is Dublin's largest enclosed park covering almost 270 acres. The rose gardens are of international importance and the extensive woodlands, water features as well as recreational facilities are worthwhile visiting. Admission is free St. Audoen's ParkHigh Street Although it is quite small, St. Audoen's Park is worthwhile a visit. It includes the first stone city wall dating to 1100 AD, St. Audoen's Arch and Fagan's Gate. The city wall was restored in 1976. St. Enda's ParkRathfarnham St. Enda's Park includes riverside walks, a walled garden as well as a waterfall and is considered as one of Dublin's most charming and atmosphering parks. Opening Hours:
Admission is free St. Stephen's GreenAt the end of Grafton Street St. Stephen's Green covers an area of 22 acres and is one of the best-known Victorian parks. Established in 1880 it is landscaped with flowerbeds, a fountain and a lake. Opening Hours:Monday to Saturday 8.00 Admission is free Talbot Botanic GardensMalahide Castle The Talbot Botanic Garden houses a fine collection of almost 5000 Australian and Chilean plants. It is divided into two sections, the West Lawn and the Walled Garden, which cover an area of almost 9ha. Visitors may book a guided tour of the walled garden. Opening Hours:
The Iveagh GardensClonmel Street The Iveagh Gardens were designed in 1863 and belong to the finest gardens in Dublin. They include a cascade, fountains, maze, a rustic grotto, archery grounds and woodlands. Opening Hours:
February and November March to October Admission is free War Memorial GardensSouth Circular Road The War Memorial Gardens in Dublin belong to the most famous in Europe. They are dedicated to those who died in the First World War between 1914 and 1918. However, the gardens are also of architectural interest and great beauty. Opening Hours:
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