Blessington Street Basin (Dublin's Secret Garden)
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Blessington Street,Dublin 7
Located at the end of Blessington Street, a 10 minute walk from O'Connell Street, this former city reservoir is now a quiet haven for both visitors and local wildlife.
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21 Library Road, ShankillCounty Dublin
 Carmel Duignan, a gardening writer and former television producer, has created a beautiful garden in the mild, maritime climate of south-east County Dublin.
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49 Carysfort Avenue, BlackrockCounty Dublin
 Carysfort Lodge, home of Siobhan and David Dillon is an old-fashioned Regency house in a terrace close to the centre of Blackrock - a bustling suburb of Dublin.
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Knockcree,
Glenamuck Road,
Carrickmines
Dublin 18
Ireland’s best private gardens in the greater Dublin area.
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Phoenix Park,Dublin 8
 No trip to Dublin would be complete without a visit to its historic and beautiful Zoo. Close to the City in the vast Phoenix Park, a wander around the 60 acres will take you on a voyage from the fringes of the Artic, to the Plains of Africa, via the Indian Rainforest. Today, Dublin Zoo is recognised as one of the most modern zoos in Europe, playing an important part in European Zoo breeding ...
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Fernhill,
Sandyford,County Dublin
Fernhill Gardens are 40 acres of parkland, woodland, rockery and watergarden privately owned and maintained .
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Parnell Square East,Dublin 1
 Designed by Daithi Hanly and dedicated to the memory of all those who gave their lives in the cause of Irish Freedom. The large sculpture by Oisin Kelly is based on the theme of the "Children of Lir". The garden is intended as a place of quiet remembrance and reflection. (As the garden contains steps there is restricted access for visitors with disabilities). Opening Times: 1st ...
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BallsbridgeDublin 4
 Herbert Park is named after Sidney Herbert (1810-1861), the father of the Earl of Pembroke who, in 1903, offered the site to Pembroke Urban District Council for development as a public park. The famous Dublin International Trades Exhibition was held on the site in 1907, housing exhibits from the British Empire (including a complete Somalia village). Thereafter the lands were developed as a ...
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The Scalp, KilternanDublin 18
 Knockrose is situated 500 feet above sea level nestling on the shoulder of The Scalp, a geological feature formed by the melting waters of a glacier. Tom and Trish Farrell are the owners and custodians of this beautifully cultivated unique garden, which is backed by an old mixed forest. Attached to a traditional farmhouse and buildings, it has been evolving over the last seventy years. The ...
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Merrion SquareDublin 2
 This elegant Square, adorned by an attractive public park, retains much of its Georgian character. Inset in the railings is the restored Rutland Fountain. Plaques on the walls of the Georgian mansions recall famous occupants, for example Daniel O'Connell, W.B.Yeats. Opening Times: Open 7 days per week, daylight hours. Admission Prices: Admission is free. How to Get ...
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