Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Dundrum

"You can spend more time at the prior attractions or alternatively consider sitting down to relax for an afternoon tea or a coffee nearby, visiting Dublin Zoo (fee*) within Phoenix Park, visiting the National Botanic Gardens of Ireland (fee*), or exploring one of the city’s many free museums (see Day 2 list). Traditional Irish Night Out"

"Phoenix Park is the largest enclosed park in any capital city in Europe, at a gargantuan 707 hectacres. It’s been open to the public since 1747, after originally opening in the 1660s as royal hunting grounds. Now, visitors can marvel at the fallow deer that roam the park, while walking through the gorgeous swathes of greenery."

"The Phoenix Park Visitor Centre displays temporary exhibitions and is very family friendly. Beside the Visitor Centre is the fully restored Ashtown Castle, a medieval tower house, and a maze which is perfect for the little ones to run around and explore."

"Trinity's greatest treasures are found within the Old Library, built by Thomas Burgh between 1712 and 1732. The star of the show is the Book of Kells, a breathtaking, illuminated manuscript of the four Gospels of the New Testament, created around AD 800 by monks on the Scottish island of Iona, but more stunning still is the 65m Long Room, the library's main chamber, which houses around 200,000 of the library's oldest volumes."

"Trinity College and the Book of Kells – Arguably one of the most famous landmarks and places to visit in Ireland. Trinity college is the most prestigious university in Ireland The Book of Kells is housed in the stunning old library of the college. The Book of Kells is thought to be over 1200 years old and is Ireland’s national treasure."

"As part of your visit, you will also have access to the Book of Kells – the world’s most famous medieval manuscript. This is a 9th century decorated copy of the four gospels, and is generally regarded as Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure."

"Christ Church Cathedral (founded c.1028) is the spiritual heart of the city, and one of the top visitor attractions in Dublin. Step inside and you can enjoy the cathedral’s beautiful interior and fascinating medieval crypt."

"Its hilltop location and eye-catching flying buttresses make this the most photogenic of Dublin 's three cathedrals, as well as one of the capital's most recognisable symbols."

"A feature of the Dublin skyline for over 800 years, this Church of Ireland cathedral was – as the name suggests – built in honour of Ireland’s snake-chasing patron saint. The country’s largest cathedral is more than just a place for worship, though. There are fascinating graves (including that of Jonathan Swift, once dean of the cathedral), beautiful art and architecture, and guided tours throughout the day."

"St. Patrick’s Cathedral Founded in 1191, this massive church is Ireland’s tallest and largest. It was supposedly built on the site of a well used by Saint Patrick himself. The current building has been there since 1220, and many renovations have been done over the centuries."

"The stunning towers and the archway certainly make it a pretty sight to see. The entire church area is surrounded by a field and trees. People who come in the church can enjoy the sun sitting on the grass field outside."

"Trinity College / The Book of Kells – My favorite place to visit in Dublin is probably the Old Library at Trinity College, where you can find the famous Book of Kells, as well as the Long Room, which is basically any book lovers' dream library. The Book of Kells exhibit is really interesting, and it's also fun to get a glimpse into Trinity College, which is the oldest university in Ireland."

"It costs nothing to amble around the cobbled grounds of Trinity College, Ireland’s foremost university, following in the footsteps of famous alumni such as Samuel Beckett, Bram Stoker and Jonathan Swift. You can admire the elegant courtyards and neoclassical architecture and, weather-permitting, stretch out on the cricket grounds outside the Pavilion Bar for nothing."

"One of the most famous places to visit at Trinity College is the Trinity College Library to see the Book of Kells. The writing was complete in 800 AD, and it’s supposedly the oldest and most famous book in the world. The book has the four Gospels of the New Testament in Latin, which people come from all over the world to see."

"Dalkey Island is a beautiful place that's one of the most Instagrammable places in Dublin. It is an island that is very close to Dublin and it's very to get there. View this post on Instagram"

"Often described as a wonderful place to escape for a great day out, Killruddery is conveniently located on the outskirts of the capital where Dublin meets Wicklow.There’s so much to see and explore. Nature has never been more relaxing with leisurely walks in one of Ireland’s most renowned gardens, filled with beautiful planting and wooded areas, water features and distinctive outdoor rooms."

"If you are looking for the main Roman Catholic church in Dublin, you might want to visit St. Mary’s Church which is the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Dublin. Also if you enjoy church crypts, you might to visit St. Michan’s parish church, an Anglican church with an interesting crypt that is open on most days for public tours."

"St. Mary’s serves as the pro-cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin. It is built between 1815 and 1825 on the site of a 12th-century Cistercian Abbey of St. Mary. The cathedral has a close association with significant moments in the political and religious history of Ireland."

"Affectionately nicknamed ‘Pro’, St. Mary’s Pro Cathedral was established between 1815 and 1825 on the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey of St. Mary."

"Located on Dublins busy O’Connell Street, Gelato Di Natura Dublin is another superb traditional Italian ice-cream parlour. Formerly known as SUSO, with stores all over the world, you are sure to get top quality ice cream at Gelato Di Natura Dublin. With an impressive 28 flavours to choose from you will be spoilt for choice."

"Gelato Di Natura is located on the bustling O’Connell Street, and you can choose if you want to enjoy your ice cream inside or outside. Cookies, vanilla and chocolate are popular but also unusual flavours like walnuts and figs can be found in their selection of flavours. View this post on Instagram"

"A stunning mansion in the Elizabethan Revival style, Killruddery has been home to the Brabazon family (earls of Meath) since 1618 and has one of the oldest gardens in Ireland. The house is impressive, but the prizewinner here is the magnificent orangery, built in 1852 and chock-full of statuary and plant life. If you like fancy glasshouses, this is the one for you. It's 6km north of Greystones just off the R761 coast road."

"Why: Another Temple Bar restaurant, Pinocchio has the bonus of also offering Italian cookery classes for those who enjoy the food so much that they want to learn how to create it themselves. With wine bottles lining the walls of the snug dining room, it would be easy to think you were in a cellar restaurant in Tuscany rather than in the centre of Dublin. The food keeps up the act, with the classic menu featuring everything from Italian meatballs to spaghetti carbonara.Where: 1 Pudding Row, Essex Street West, Temple Bar, D8"

"Pinocchio is part of the Flavour of Italy Group which was founded in 2005 by two Italian entrepreneurs, Maurizio Mastrangelo and Marco Giannantonio. Their objective is to combine tradition and innovation by promoting the culture of Italian food and wine in Ireland. The success of Pinocchio comes from a constant research for quality Italian products."

"Ok, we admit it: The logo of this place was so cute we popped in just because we got curious. We can happily report we were not disappointed though. Pinocchio in Temple Bar has everything we expect from an Italian place: mouth-watering pizza and pasta, excellent wines and even an early dinner special for under €20."

"located inside a renovated 1970’s bank vault beside st stephens green, peploe’s wine bar and bistro offers diners a warm, inviting atmosphere while serving traditional french dishes created with top class irish produce. their philosophy is simple, to be informal yet sophisticated. they do this by supplying great wine and excellent food at affordable prices – true european style."

"In fact, you can see it from some of the guestrooms when the trees are bare. It’s a lovely restaurant in the basement of a big Georgian house. Refurbished in August 2017 to a bright, contemporary New York brasserie style."

"A post shared by Camden Bites and Brews (@camdenbitesandbrews). This brilliant beer garden is an awesome spot to enjoy a burger or fish and chips and a beer."

"Blanchardstown Shopping Centre was extended in 2004, allowing it to now host over 180 stores, and plans for another extension are currently underway. Anchor tenants here include Dunnes Stores, Penneys, Marks and Spencer, H&M, Debenhams and Zara. As well as more shops than you could ever hope to visit in one spree, the centre boasts a nine-screen cinema, Leisureplex entertainment centre, the Draiocht arts centre and Ireland’s largest public library."

"Now in its second decade, this shopping centre and retail park has a multiplex cinema, theatre, 24hr Leisureplex, disco bars, gym, oratory and Ireland's …"

"Go to Stephen's Green Shopping Centre for a great place for shopping and taking photos!. It is a large indoor shopping center in the city center of Dublin where you can find many shops. The interior of the place looks incredible."

"If you like to shop you’re going to love Dublin because there are so many great places to go shopping. From grand, famous department stores to small, local designer boutiques. International design icons to street markets."

"Right at the top of Grafton St , in the shadow of St. Stephen's Green's Arch, stands this striking iron and glass shopping mecca. Always abuzz with locals and …"

"Conveniently located a short distance from the capital city in Stillorgan, Co Dublin, Stillorgan Village offers everything one could desire in a shopping experience, from department stores and boutiques to food stores."

"This is the perfect place to go to if you want to capture water and nature. Moreover, going to this beach is a very fun thing to do when you're in Dublin. So it's not only great for photography, but you'll also have an amazing day if you go here."