Dublin and Beyond

T:Highlight is the winter lights in December and January. Massive lanterns lit up on walk around the zoo with a different theme every year. More info on the lights can be found at: https://www.dublinzoo.ie/wildlights/

T:Large sprawling park with free car park and lots of interesting things to find and explore. Highlights include the lit up walk in winter, the small gauge train track, food market on Saturdays and the Marlay House which sometimes has free tours during the month of August as part of a DLR Heritage event.

T:A compact but interesting park to walk around in with a donut from the nearby Rolling Donuts and a hot drink in winter also really nice to just relax and enjoy the sunshine in summer! Highlights include the arch at the entry way which is a memorial to soldiers who died in the Boer War, information boards that explain the history of the park, the tulips in spring and in autumn the beautiful colors of the trees reflected on the water. There are also a pair of swans that can usually be found at the end of the lake.

T:Lots of beautiful artworks to admire. Free entry to most of the Gallery but some special exhibitions require an admission fee. Definitely worth a visit especially when it's wet outside! It can be a bit of a maze to get around so make sure you take a photo of the map. There is also a cafe and gift store.

T:Things to know before you go: Location: Dublin City Centre, The Liberties Parking: Free parking is a short walk away on Crane Street. It is offered on a first come, first serve basis Opening Times: Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm (last admission 5pm), Saturday: 9:30am - 8pm (last admission 6pm), Sunday: 10am - 7pm (last admission 5pm) Admission Fee: 31 euro pp for cheapest tour as of Dec 2022 Food: There are food options from fairly reasonable to expensive. Highlights: Views from the Gravity Bar across Dublin Nearby: IMMA, Brazen Head Other: