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Brú na Bóinne - Archaeological Ensemble of the Bend of the Boyne, Ireland
The three main prehistoric sites of the Brú na Bóinne Complex, Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth, are situated on the north bank of the River Boyne 50 km north of Dublin. This is Europe's largest and most important concentration of prehistoric megalithic art. Read more .
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Bushy Park, Dublin
The Dodder river runs through this park, built by Arthur Bushe in 1700 as part of his estate. It’s a good place for walks and skateboarding.
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Corkagh Park, Dublin
This former estate used to belong to Lewis Chaigneau but it’s now owned by Dublin County Council and is used for cycling, walking and outdoor activities.
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Dublin Bay
From Howth head right down to Dalkey, Dublin Bay has lots of little towns and green spaces to explore.
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Dublin Castle, Dublin
The castle has been here since Norman times and was the seat of British rule in Ireland for almost 700 years, founded by King John in 1204. Its Georgian interiors are still used for important state events today.
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Garden of Remembrance, Dublin
Linking Irish myth with Irish history, this small garden reflects Ireland’s centuries-long struggle for independence and was designed by Dáithí Hanly.
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Great Sugar Loaf, Wicklow
This quartzite hill is at the end of the Wicklow Hills and is a good way to escape Dublin’s city air for the day.
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Iveagh Gardens, Dublin
Dublin’s secret garden has been well-hidden since 1865, passed from owner to owner. It’s now owned by the State and is a slice of green in the middle of the city.
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Malahide Castle & Gardens
Built by the Talbot family in 1185, this castle now belongs to the Irish State but has kept its beautiful wood-carved interiors and is said to be the most haunted castle in Ireland.
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Marlay Park, Rathfarnham
The Park was owned by the La Touche family in the 18th century and now belongs to the council. It has gardens, water features and a weekly market.
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National Botanic Gardens, Dublin
The Gardens were founded in the 18th century for medicinal and agricultural research. Two sites, one at Glasnevin and the other at Kilmacurragh, have a range of plants from Ireland and beyond.
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People's Park, Dún Laoghaire
Though the park is Victorian in style, the site has been used since the 5th century and it’s still a social hub for Dubliners today.
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Powerscourt House & Gardens, Wicklow
This Palladian style house was originally a medieval castle. It belonged to the Viscount Powerscourt and is now owned by the Slazenger family. Its large gardens are often listed amongst the top 10 gardens in the world.
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Saint Anne's Park, Dublin
A former Guinness estate, the Park was created in 1835 and has lots of water features and grottoes because of the river which flows through it.
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