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# Phoenix Park Tours and Activities

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## Visit Phoenix Park

Activities

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#### Phoenix Park is soimportant to [Dublin](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin.d178256.Destination-Travel-Guides)that it has its own law on the statute books and visitors should be aware thatone provision of this is that “no personshall act contrary to public morality in the Park”. So watch your Ps andQs!

### Where Dublin Comes to Relax

Phoenix Park sitsresplendently 3 miles west of the city centre, north of the River Liffey. Its perimeterwall encloses 1,750 acres of open space, sports grounds, leisure opportunities,historic buildings, tree-lined avenues and a herd of wild fallow deer. It iswhere Dublin comes to relax, although you are never short of things to do here.

### Phoenix Park’s History

As one of the largest walled city parks in Europe,with a detailed history and active contemporary role in the city, the Irish Governmentis understandably busy lobbying UNESCO to designate the park a world heritagesite. Originally a 12th century gift from a Norman baron to theKnights Hospitaller the park is today free for all to enjoy, and you’ll neverbe short of space even though you are close to the heart of the bustlingstreets of Dublin just outside the park walls.

### Sightseeing in Phoenix Park

Within the park you will find a range of places ofhistorical interest. These include Áras an Uachtaráin, the delightful 18thcentury building which acts as the residence of the President of Ireland, theDeerfeld Residence, another stately 18th century building designedas an official’s residence, the domineering 35 metre high Papal Cross, erectedin 1979 to commemorate the Pope’s visit to Dublin, and the strongly fortified AshtownCastle, a marvellously restored medieval tower house dating allthe way back to the 15th century. 

### Phoenix Park for Families

For families there is Dublin Zoo, a world-famouscollection of more 700 animals and tropical birds from around the world, playparks, short lakeside walks and plenty of opportunity for the children to burnoff some energy.

### Nature in Phoenix Park

For nature lovers this centre of the city spacepacks in plenty of birdlife (at last count 72 species were recorded), wildfallow deer, grasslands, woodlands, wetlands and lakes.

### Sport and Activities in Phoenix Park

For sports fans this is the place for jogging,cycling and it contains grounds for football, hurling, soccer, cricket andpolo. You won’t have to look too far to find a suitable spot for frisbeeeither!

It is not just the Pope that draws the big crowdshere either. The Irish Grand Prix takes place here and, at a comparativelyleisurely pace, so does the 10km Great Irish Run each April. The Park hasplayed host to Robbie Williams, Tom Waits, Snoop Dogg and many other musicallegends. 

### Refreshing Phoenix Park

And if that’s not enough there is always theVictorian Tea Kiosk serving teas andlunches between the Band Hollow and Dublin Zoo.

What more could you want?

## Plan a trip to see Phoenix Park

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### Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

City Centre Dublin

CA $1,994

per person

Apr 26 - May 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Calgary (YYC) to Dublin (DUB)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,827 reviews)

Hotel was excellent. Breakfast was average. Very crowded. Major drawback was corridor noise from whatever flooring has been installed. Could hear every conversation and suitcase being wheeled along.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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### Grand Hotel

CA $2,124

per person

Apr 14 - Apr 20

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Dublin (DUB)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

We enjoyed our stay at this well-located hotel in Malahide. The room was very clean and comfortable (our only quibble was that the pillows were not as comfortable as the bed.) The breakfast buffet is very good. The staff were friendly and helpful. We'll stay here again the next time we're in Malahide.

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

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### The Westbury Hotel

City Centre Dublin

CA $2,507

per person

Apr 19 - Apr 25

found 23 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to Dublin (DUB)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Rooms were exceptional spacious. Staff was bery kind and helpful.

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### Popular places to visit

![Three large Southern White Rhinoceros, Ceratotherium Simum, in their habitat in Dublin zoo, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500979/b21e3f09-96fb-4186-acf6-8ce42e585a14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dublin Zoo

Dublin Zoo is not the only place in the city that you can take a walk on the wild side but it is probably the most popular. A firm favourite with families, the zoo attracts more than a million visitors every year, and they just keep coming.

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#### War Memorial Gardens

War Memorial Gardens is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. 

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#### Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum

This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.

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#### Irish Museum of Modern Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Irish Museum of Modern Art during your travels in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. 

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#### Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery

You can take time to visit Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery during your travels to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area. 

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#### Guinness Storehouse

A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.

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