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Iveagh Gardens

Clonmell St. | (Off Harcourt St.), Dublin 2, Ireland (South City Centre)
353-1-605-7700
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Ranked #49 of 227 attractions in Dublin
Type: Gardens
Traveler Description: Iveagh gardens is although well known, probably the least visited by Dublin people themselves as it situated snugly between rows of tall georgian... more »
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Chiang Mai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

I grew up in Dublin and we kept this place under wraps so coaches full of tourists would not come and wreck it. A little hard to find but when you get there its worth it. Tranquil like and serene. Lay out in front of the fountains, in the cute rosary or the benches and get out a book, cards,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

We visited the Iveagh Gardens on a sunny Sunday morning and it is truly a haven of tranquility. Situated at the rear of the National Concert Hall, it has lovely quiet walks, park benches and is populated by Italian style statues dotted throughout. This park was donated to the city by the Guinness brewing family, hence the name Iveagh, which... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

Nice peaceful place to visit, rose garden, cultured private experience and right in the city centre.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

Not all parks are created equal. St Stephen's Green is a big, central park, filled with art and Georgian monuments. Great poet's busts line its paths. The Iveagh Garden, is a smaller, more timid little park of Harcourt Street. But small and quiet can be just right. I've had the pleasure to sit here every morning at the start of... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2012

I visited the Iveagh Gardens in the winter of 2012 and they surely are a nice, peaceful place to sit and relax. Of course, they must be magnificent during the summer, as the flowers should be in full bloom and the main fountain is on. However, the statues get a gloom and mournful aura that is so attractive and gets... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

I love the Iveagh Gardens! I go here whenever I can when I am in Dublin it's a lovely hideaway in the center of the city. I love to stroll around and just relax in it's calm surroundings, I love the intimate peaceful feeling while still knowing I'm in the busy city! It a great place to go to get... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2012

lovely gardens to visit, go when the Taste of Ireland is on. itis a little hide gem. visit the concert while your in the area.

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See 14 more reviews by matt d for Dublin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2012

This place is a great find if you want a break from the hurly burly of the city. It is a stone's throw from St Stephen's Green but is a lot quieter and the walls around it give a sense of privacy. Nice rose garden too. It gets very busy during lunch hour if the weather is good.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 26, 2012 via mobile

I read about this Garden on Tripadvisor and since it was located right around the corner from where I was staying at the Conrad Dublin I visited on the morning of 12th Aug 2012. It is tucked away and a beautiful place with a rose garden and fountains. And while I was there the water fountain was turned on so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2012

It is a sort of unknown secret, a hidden away garden not far from St Stephen's Green. On a summers day a lovely place for a picnic before a lunchtime concert at the NCH a short walk away. Just watch out for old winos and beggars and the possibility of pickpockets and other thieves. Ought to be a higher presence... More

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