Discover Dublin’s 200 best Summer spots for your trip

Phoenix Park

★ 4.7 · 42,412 reviews

Spot wild deer and explore a vast green park at the edge of Dublin. Rent a bike to see more of it in a single afternoon.

National Botanic Gardens

★ 4.8 · 18,914 reviews

Wander among glasshouses, an arboretum and formal gardens just north of Dublin's centre. A free, peaceful outing for families and garden lovers.

Phoenix Park Bikes

★ 4.2 · 678 reviews

Rent a bike from Phoenix Park Bikes and explore one of Dublin's biggest parks on two wheels. Pedal past the monuments and keep an eye out for the park's deer.

Saint Stephen's Green

Take a break from the city in Dublin's best-known Victorian park. Stroll among flowerbeds and shaded paths just steps from the shops.

Howth Cliff Walk

★ 4.9 · 1,467 reviews

Ride the DART to Howth and set off on the cliff walk along the peninsula's rugged edge. Follow the coastal path past sheer drops and wide sea views, choosing how far to go.

Dun Laoghaire Marina

★ 4.6 · 536 reviews

Stroll Dún Laoghaire Marina, a harbour on Dublin's south coast where the pier walk is the main draw. Wander the waterfront, pick up coffee or ice cream from the vendors, and watch the boats come and go.

Malahide Castle & Gardens

★ 4.6 · 17,769 reviews

Explore Malahide Castle & Gardens, a medieval fortress on a sprawling demesne. Tour the castle's antiques and paintings, then walk the gardens and the fairy trail.

Dublin Zoo

★ 4.6 · 29,995 reviews

Spend a day at Dublin Zoo, Ireland's largest. Wander through the African Plains, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests, watching animals roam spacious habitats, with plenty of stops for food and rest along the way.

Howth

Escape to Howth, a fishing village on a headland jutting into Dublin Bay. Walk the harbour front, then follow the clifftop trails for wide views over the water and across to Ireland's Eye.

Iveagh Gardens

★ 4.7 · 4,817 reviews

Find Iveagh Gardens, a quiet 19th-century garden tucked away behind Harcourt Street. Wander past fountains, admire the rose garden, and enjoy the calm of this overlooked city-centre retreat.

Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City Day Tour

★ 4.8 · 27,856 reviews

Trade the city for the wild west on this Cliffs of Moher day trip from Dublin. Enjoy the cliffs, the stony Burren and a Galway stop, with live commentary from your guide.

Marlay Park

★ 4.7 · 9,781 reviews

Walk the woodland trails of a large Dublin park south of the city. A relaxed outing for families, with sports and a farmer's market on the side.

Happy Out

★ 4.5 · 1,087 reviews

Grab a coffee and a toastie at a well-loved Clontarf café. Walk along the seafront afterwards and enjoy the sea air.

Ireland's Eye and Howth Coast Boat Tour

★ 4.4 · 1,057 reviews

Cruise around Ireland's Eye on this Howth boat tour, leaving daily from the Howth waterfront. Watch for seabirds beneath the cliffs and listen to the captain's commentary as the island and Balscaden Bay slide past.

Merrion Square Park

★ 4.6 · 7,963 reviews

Stroll through a Georgian square lined with colourful doors and find the famous statue of Oscar Wilde. A short, pleasant break in the city centre.

Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin

★ 4.5 · 3,109 reviews

Cross the country on the Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin. Drive through the Burren, pause along Galway Bay, and walk the clifftop paths with admission included.

Giants Causeway, Dark Hedges, Dunluce & Belfast Tour

★ 4.8 · 10,021 reviews

Ride north from Dublin to walk the Giant's Causeway and see the Dark Hedges. Stop for photographs at Dunluce Castle while your guide narrates the journey.

Howth Market

★ 4.3 · 6,909 reviews

Head out to Howth Market, a weekend harbour market in a seaside village just outside Dublin. Sample fresh seafood and good coffee, browse local crafts and produce, and eat by the water.

Howth Coastal Boat Tour

★ 4.7 · 1,379 reviews

Hop aboard the Howth Coastal Boat Tour and head out from the harbour for an hour on the water. Pass cliffs and caves, circle Ireland's Eye, and scan the rocks for gannets, cormorants and seals.

Wild Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,796 reviews

Ride into the Wicklow Mountains by small coach for views over Lough Tay and a stop at Glendalough. Explore the monastic site at your own pace and taste an Irish whiskey along the way.

Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castle

★ 4.7 · 1,417 reviews

Cross Ireland's heartland to three castles in one day on the Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel and Cahir Castle tour. Ride with a driver-guide, climb to the Blarney Stone, and wander the medieval buildings and grounds at each stop.

Cliffs of Moher and Galway Tour

★ 4.5 · 3,035 reviews

Choose your guide's language for the Cliffs of Moher and Galway Tour, a full day across Ireland. Wander Galway at your own pace, cross the Burren, and take in the cliffs from the visitor centre paths.

Giant's Causeway, Dark Hedges & Titanic Guided Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,925 reviews

Head north from Dublin on a full-day tour taking in the Giant's Causeway, the Dark Hedges and Titanic Belfast. Your guide supplies the history on the road and at each stop.

Dollymount Strand

★ 4.5 · 341 reviews

Walk the long, open sands of Dollymount Strand, a favourite for sunrise on Dublin Bay. Stroll the shoreline, watch riders pass by, and stop for coffee halfway along the beach.

Killiney Hill Park

★ 4.8 · 4,955 reviews

Climb Killiney Hill Park to the obelisk and its sweeping views over the Dublin coast. Follow the green trails, enjoy the panorama, and take the steep steps down toward the beach.

Cliffs of Moher, Atlantic Edge & Galway City

★ 4.7 · 6,401 reviews

Rise early for a coast-to-coast day out from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher. Walk the clifftop paths, then continue to Galway for a guided walking tour and free time.

Poolbeg Lighthouse

★ 4.7 · 2,684 reviews

Walk out to Poolbeg Lighthouse, Dublin's red sentinel at the end of the South Wall. Follow the seawall past anglers and cyclists, watching boats enter the port before turning back.

St. Anne's Park

★ 4.8 · 5,616 reviews

Follow woodland trails and discover quirky follies in one of Dublin's largest parks. A lovely morning outing for families and couples.

Howth Cliffs and Lighthouse Cruise

★ 4.4 · 551 reviews

Set sail with the Howth Cliffs and Lighthouse Cruise from the harbour at Howth. Glide beneath the cliffs and past the lighthouse while the captain points out landmarks and you watch for seals and seabirds.

St. Patrick’s Park

★ 4.6 · 4,910 reviews

Rest in a well-kept park in the shadow of St Patrick's Cathedral. A quick, free stop between the old town's main sights.