28th august 2009 - by Naz Daud
Gardens and Parks in Dublin
Throughout Dublin, there are many lovely parks and gardens to visit where you can enjoy your
day. Whether you are with family, friends, or even on a school trip, each of these places will provide you with an
unforgettable day. Here are some of my personal favourites:
National Botanic Gardens These gardens contain a huge collection of some beautiful plants and covers approximately
19 hectares of land. Some of the many plants in these Botanic Gardens are roses, shrubs, vegetables and arboretum.
This garden is situated only 3.5km north from Dublin centre. The public transport surrounding the Botanic Gardens
is excellent.
War Memorial Gardens These gardens are well known throughout Europe and elsewhere. These gardens where designed to
remember and respect the Irish soldiers who fought and died in war. These gardens will not only make you think
about the soldiers, they will also provide you with an excellent day out and make you see the natural beauty of the
world. The War Memorial Gardens contains amazing, colourful plants which can be seen throughout the gardens as well
as in the rose gardens and the borders.
Marlay Park This local park is fantastic for a day out with family and friends, and is only 6 miles from the city
centre. Marlay Park is about 120 hectares and has used the space wisely, with many things to do, for example, there
are tennis courts, ponds, a play area for the kids, a cricket pitch and a mini golf course. Many of Dublin s buses
come directly to Marley Park. The nearest buses are 14, 16, 75, 48A, 16C and 14A.
The Dillon Garden This garden s opening and closing times change throughout the year. In March, August and July, it
is open from 2 6pm. In September, June, April and May on Sundays it is open from 2 6pm as well. This garden is
situated approximately 100 yards from Sandford Road. There is an entry fee.
Phoenix Park This park can be entered on Parkgate Street and is free of charge to enter. The park is 1760 acres and
is only 3km from the city centre. There is plenty to do, for example, there are nature trails and ornamental
gardens. The park is covered in many different trees, such as oak, pine, lime and chestnut trees. For further
information, you can call (01) 6770095.
St Stephen’s Green This 22 acre park is lovely; it has trees, flowerbeds, lakes and a fountain. The park is open
throughout the day, however it closes at night. This park is the perfect place to go with the family and
children.
Garden of Remembrance This quiet and peaceful park was made to remember those who died for Irish freedom. The
Garden of Remembrance is lovely for long, quiet walks and would make a great day out.
Tolka Valley Park This park is 345 acres and has woodlands, wetlands, fields and many plants. The public transport
to and from Tolka Valley Park is excellent and for those people who have cars there is an average sized car
park.
Each of these parks and gardens are worth visiting and would make a fantastic day out.
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