About Iveagh Gardens
A short cycle from Rathmines via Portobello, Iveagh Gardens is Dublin's secret walled oasis behind the National Concert Hall. This 19th-century Edwardian park, one of the best parks near Rathmines Dublin, was crafted by the Guinness family with rose gardens, mazes, and cascades. Less crowded than St Stephen's Green, it's a southside sanctuary.
What to Expect
Yew mazes, Victorian grottoes, tennis courts, playground, and boating pond. Lush lawns for lounging, woodland walks with waterfalls tinkling. Cafés nearby on Hatch Street. Sensory overload: floral scents, bird calls, fountain splashes.
Insider Tips
Enter via Earlsfort Terrace gates post-Rathmines shopping. Sunset rosarium glows; pack Super Valu picnic. Free weekdays; dog ban. Luas from Dundrum. Hidden gem for history buffs – explore cascade tunnel.