Dublin's parks and green areas

Dublin has many parks and greens that are a pleasure to visit and retreat from the often busy streets of the city centre. The most obvious are St. Stephens Green, Merrion Square and the grounds of Trinity College. Dublin City also has many smaller public gardens, parks and greens off the beaten track that can provide a great place to relax and take some time out.

 

St. Stephen's Green

At the Top of Grafton Street St. Stephens Green is a great place to visit in the summertime

Iveagh Gardens

Walking from St. Stephens green up harcourt Street, The Iveagh Gardens are on the left. They are one of the finest of the city greens in Dublin, with water fountains, playing greens and secluded corners for an afternoon read in the shade.

Pheonix Park

The Pheonix Park is the largest enclosed park in Europe, covering over 1750 acres. The park contains Dublin Zoological Gardens which boasts serveral successful rare breeding programs.

Trinity College

Inside Trinity College, Dublin City CentreTrinity college is open to the public and is in the heart of the city. It's a great place to relax, with it's cobbled pavements, trimmed lawns and fine buildings. Be sure to see the Old Library and the Book of Kells.

 

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