Top Things to do in Province of Leinster
Things to do in Province of Leinster, Province of Leinster: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Province of Leinster, Ireland including The Wicklow Way, Delta Sensory Gardens, Leprechaun and Fairy Underground Cavern, Wonderful Ireland Walking Tours, St Stephens Green, Phoenix Park, Kilkenny Castle, Dublin Zoo, National Botanic Gardens, Bray Head.
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1. The Wicklow Way
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By Familiaturner
This area of Ireland is not to be missed. Very different from anything else we saw. If you start in Roundwood and take highway R759 you will go through some amazing countryside. Stop near Lough Tay and find the trailhead. (There are a few parking areas). You can take a spectacular hike on a beautifully maintained trail (much of which is raised boardwalk) and see amazing views in every direction. Then, drive towards Sally Gap. It's hauntingly beautiful and unique. So worthwhile. You can continue on to Dublin from there. Country roads (narrow) but typical of those in Ireland.
2. Delta Sensory Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By H2805OMsharonl - Dublin, Ireland
Having read the reviews we thought we'd take a visit. We were a bit confused heading through an industrial park. But the gardens were superb, much bigger than we expected. They were very welcoming and tranquil place. Beautiful fountains, little rest areas, flowers, statues, Waterfall and little rivers. Staff were lovely and it had a little cafe, which we didn't use. Definitely worth a visit at 6 euro each.
3. Leprechaun and Fairy Underground Cavern
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 193 reviews
The tour includes 15 minutes of storytelling and an introduction to how the last leprechauns of Ireland became a protected species by the E.U..This is done in the story room across from the cavern at Shalom B.B.You may park there. This is followed by a visit below the ground where leprechauns and fairies converge in the morning as the sun rises. The visit is predominately indoors and definately great for a rainy day. It is not really suitable for children under 5 or who have not lost a tooth.If children are crying or disruptive, parents may be asked to leave with them till quiet, to allow other attendees to enjoy the whole experience. Adults should enjoy it at any age!
Reviewed By EleanorUiChathain - Dungarvan, Ireland
While the leprechaun cavern is closed due to COVID-19, it is still a lovely family stroll. There are nice monuments in the garden which provide lovely little photo opps with the kids. I’d say it’s a lovely spot when it’s fully functioning. I’ll definitely be heading back the next time I’m in Carlingford.
4. Wonderful Ireland Walking Tours
5. St Stephens Green
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16,623 reviews
Beautiful urban park immortalized in James Joyce's "Ulysses."
Reviewed By MaggieMay82 - Dublin, Ireland
This little piece of heaven just at the top of Grafton street has to be on your list to cost. Whether as a couple for a romantic walk throu all the little nooks and crannies designed into the park or going with kids to feed the ducks or swans or go to the playground and bring a picnic for after. And it won't cost you a penny
6. Phoenix Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,753 reviews
Beautiful urban park lined with running trails.
Reviewed By browncondo2102 - Kitchener, Canada
There are 8 miles of walls around this magnificent park and at 1750 acres is the largest park in the world. There are many things encompassed in this park. Dublin Zoo which was home to the MGM Lion at one time, Magazine Fort, President's House and the US Embassy. The USA was the first country to recognize Ireland so they got the pick of the litter as to where their embassy would be located in 1927. Inside the park is a Cross Monument where in 1979, Pope John Paul 2 preached to 1.2 million people. There are many large gardens of planted flowers throughout the park and many deer and other animals still run wild on its grounds.
7. Kilkenny Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,363 reviews
Founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, the Castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing circumstances and uses over a period of 800 years. Today, Kilkenny Castle is open to visitors all year round and is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle
Reviewed By M4474IDtomk
A must see in Kilkenny ....really great experience. Very friendly welcoming staff....who managed visiting during Covid really well. The castle itself is magnificent ...we were on a self guided tour and I would strongly recommend engaging with the staff in the rooms ...very knowledgeable and made our visit a truly memorable one.
8. Dublin Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,578 reviews
One of the world's oldest zoos, Dublin Zoo is also modern in design and houses more than 600 animals. It has been redesigned in recent years to be a safe environment for people and the animals with gardens, lakes and natural habitats.
Reviewed By bernedettec2018
I went to dublin zoo and i think it is great ee had young children with us and everyone was catered for very wrll sign posted and information about the zoo snd feeding times for the animals was brilliant I also went when they hsd the evening lights and it was amazing and an to go to the lights again this year cant wait
9. 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.
10. Bray Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 507 reviews
Reviewed By BrookeMorales - London, United Kingdom
Park your car in the car park below, pay car park and walk thr Bray head. Approximately 1 hour, easy and lovely walk along the coast.
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