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Powerscourt Gardens and House

Enniskerry, Ireland
353 1 2046000
Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Enniskerry
4.5 of 5 stars 128 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Historic Sites, Waterfalls
Owner description: One of the world's great Gardens, Powerscourt is situated 20km south of Dublin City Centre in the foothills of the Wicklow mountains.The Garden was...... more » Owner description: One of the world's great Gardens, Powerscourt is situated 20km south of Dublin City Centre in the foothills of the Wicklow mountains.The Garden was begun by Richard Wingfield in the 1740's and stretches out over 47 acres. It is a sublime blend of formal gardens, sweeping terraces, and ornamental lakes together with secret hollows, rambling walks, walled gardens and over 200 varieties of trees and shrubs.The House was gutted by fire in 1974 but recently has been reborn as an exceptional tourist destination. An audio visual brings to life the rich history of the Estate, while the double height Georgian Ballroom has been restored and hosts wedding and special events.The House is now home to the best in Irish design in gifts, clothes and furniture in the Avoca Stores and Interiors Gallery. Treat yourself to lunch at the Terrace Cafe where you can enjoy exceptional food, from each loaf of Irish bread to Mediterranean tarts or extraordinary salads. « less
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New York City, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

We held our wedding reception at Powerscourt House early May. Wow, what a venue! Our guests came from 15 countries around the world, and they were blown away by the views and the venue. The sun shone brightly that day, so everyone got excellent views of the picturesque gardens and countryside. Special mention to Feast catering, Annette and Darryl, for... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Powerscourt possibly has the most beautiful gardens in Ireland. It is a must for any visitor. After having a stroll, pop into the Terrace cafe by Avoca for a coffee or some lunch.Amazing food. Follow this by a stroll around the food hall or toy area , a true treasure trove of books,accessories, jewellery, a furniture store or a garden... More

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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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90 reviews 90 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

We actually stumbled here on accident while in Dublin and looking for things to do on good friday. Many places were closed, but this place was not and we were lucky to see it in all it's glory. I first read about the house and gardens in Rick Steve's book. I knew it was a place I would like to... More

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Palm Springs, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Very informative film about the grounds and the history of the Powerscourt Estate. Worth the time to watch! More

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Wicklow, Ireland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

It is a lovely place to walk around on a sunny day, Lots of lovely flowers etc. Food can be a bit pricey but still. More

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Palos Verdes Estates, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

With beautiful vistas in every direction Powerscourt Gardens should not be missed. As a knee replacement on the mend sixty-something, I was able to traverse the whole Garden. The flowers and trees are mature and beautiful. Every area was a delight to the eye. More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

We attended a wedding here in May and it was fantastic. The venue itself was superb and provided a wonderful setting for all the guests and most importantly featured in the photos of bride and groom. We only got a quick glimpse of the actual house and gardens themselves but what we did see was very impressive and I would... More

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Mission Viejo, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

plenty of souvenirs, clothing and snacks, all a short walk from the Ritz hotel and across the street from the golf course More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

What a view it is! This is a lovely gardens full of beautiful flowers and properly arranged according to each colors... Amazing gardens...There are beech trees, fish pond, walled gardens, grottos and terraces etc...I had a very nice experience on this trip. More

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Dublin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Lovely Gardens and walking trails. Well worth a visit. More

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