Top Things to do in County Dublin
Things to do in County Dublin, Province of Leinster: The Best Gardens
Discover the best top things to do in County Dublin, Ireland including Rathmichael Lodge, Mornington Garden, Garden of Remembrance, Iveagh Gardens, Dillon Garden, War Memorial Gardens, National Botanic Gardens, Farmleigh House and Estate, Santry Community Garden, St. Patrick's Park.
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1. Rathmichael Lodge
2. Mornington Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Please phone /email in advance of visit. Family garden with an open welcoming athmosphere. Philosophy of gardening is to work with the environment in a sustainable way. 3/4 of an acre,flowers,fruit veg,chickens and soon a bee hive !!!! Refreshments can be provided if required. Working with nature is what an atmospheric garden is about.
Reviewed By Bayberry - Dublin, Ireland
Mornington Gardens offers a really enjoyable and interesting tour of attractive natural Gardens. Annmarie, whose family Gardens these are, met and guided us around the Gardens many plants, flowers, shrubs and trees, native and from overseas, in a very natural setting on the Gardens' grounds. Annmarie is a trained Horticulturist and gives outdoor classes Thursdays and Saturdays at this location. Her excellent teaching skills were appreciated as she moved adeptly from section to section, allowing us to absorb and take in what was on view. Although initially designed back in 1935, Annmarie has plans in place to ensure the Gardens will continue to develop and grow in their natural beauty. Annmarie welcomed questions and this encouraged us as beginner gardeners - it was much appreciated. The Gardens by the way are listed in the BBC Gardeners' TV series visitors guidebook 'Gardens of UK/Ireland" (available on line). There are swings for children to play on - lovely Rooster and Chickens to admire as they strut about near the end of the tour. It is a happy, lovely place for families. The gardens are easy to walk around; regular footware is fine. Great tour-thank you Annmarie. Garden lovers from Everywhere - Come Visit!
3. Garden of Remembrance
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
Peaceful garden marking the 50th anniversary of the Irish uprising against the English; contains a famous statue by Oisin Kelly of the Children of Lir, characters from ancient Celtic myth.
Reviewed By kpocampo
Nice memorial for a great cause. Great place to sit and relaxed after visiting the museum across the street. Pretty flowers in April.
4. Iveagh Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 266 reviews
Reviewed By lomimu - North Vancouver, Canada
Tranquil garden, lots of shade. Love the rose garden here as it's ringed by benches, plus the roses are lush with multi-head blooms and amazing strong scents. Sweet little waterfall too.
5. Dillon Garden
6. War Memorial Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 225 reviews
Reviewed By Leonorguevara87 - Dublin, Ireland
It took me some weeks to come here because I wasn't sure it was worth it, but it is! Actually, it's very small, but the place is beautiful for how greatly designed it is. You will the at the other side of the Phoenix Park crossing the Liffey River and see lots of birds, swans and even people rowing in their kayaks. Nice place to chill and sit in the gardens area or in the grass near the river.
7. National Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,910 reviews
Ireland's premier garden is a green oasis situated in the leafy suburb of Glasnevin, not far from Dublin city centre. It is just under 50 acres in size and home to over 17,000 different plant species. Famous for its Victorian glasshouses: the Curvilinear Range, designed by Richard Turner, and the Great Palm House, Ireland's only tropical rainforest. Outdoor features include the rose and rock gardens, double herbaceous borders, the pond and river walks, the organic fruit and vegetable garden and wild Ireland, the native conservation area. Guided tours of the Gardens all year round- Sundays at 12.00pm & 2.30pm, admission free. Monday-Saturday 11.30am & 3.00pm, €5 pp. Pre-booked tours by arrangement.
Reviewed By WirralChesterdraws
This garden is both educational and recreational, and (like the advert for the Victoria and Albert Museum) has an "ace cafe" attached. It is a great advertisement for horticulture in Ireland, and since one of their functions is to train the next generation of gardeners it provides the ideal learning environment for both experts and amateurs. This year I came a little too early to experience the annual sculpture exhibition, but in August the herbaceous borders were in peak flowering condition and of outstanding design and composition. While it is difficult to get excited by the arboretum which occupies the further parts of the garden, it is remarkable for the number of rare tree species, and like all the plants in the garden it is well-labelled. The glasshouses are the architectural highlights, particularly the 'curvilinear range' created by the Dublin ironmaster Turner, who also supplied the skeleton of the great Palm House at Kew. Glasnevin's palm house is less spectacular and the rear of the building has a facsimile of a domestic dwelling, though it won't fool the visitors. I enjoyed my visit to the cafe, which was buzzing on a hot summer's day, and the shop has the usual selection of publications. The only hiccup was that I paid my parking fee before going in for a snack, and as a result the barrier then refused to work. It was my own fault for failing to read the small print, but I felt sorry for the people queuing for the carpark while I messed around topping up the fee. I suppose it's the price you pay for "free" admission. The atmosphere of the garden is relaxing, and the river Tolka and its ox-bow lakes provide a soothing aquatic environment for herons as well as people. Highly recommended.
8. Farmleigh House and Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
A former historic home of the Guinness family, Farmleigh House now provides premiere accommodation for visiting dignitaries and guests of the nation.
Reviewed By SueJ264 - Dublin, Ireland
Farmleigh is a beautiful place to take a walk around. It is the perfect setting for special occasions such as India Day and is the place where visiting dignitaries stay while in Ireland. However, the highlight for me is the Boathouse Cafe!! Good coffee, great brunch - the perfect finale to a long walk through the Park!
9. Santry Community Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
