Nature spot · County Dublin
Griffith Park
Situated in Dublin City on the Tolka River between Glasnevin and Drumcondra and just downstream from the National Botanic Gardens, Griffith Park extends to 7.5 hectares.
Situated on the Tolka River between Glasnevin and Drumcondra and just downstream from the National Botanic Gardens, in Dublin City, Griffith Park extends to 7.5 hectares. The site was originally a landfill until the 1930's when the eastern end of the park was first developed. The River was realigned in the late 1930's with further work providing a paddling pool in the 1950's. The last section of the park at the Mobhi Road end was developed in the mid 1950's and today the park with its fine trees, flower garden, pleasant riverside walks and well used modern playground is one of the premier north city parks. Recent improvement works include a new pedestrian bridge and recontouring of riverside areas to prevent flooding.
Outdoors in County Dublin this week
Best day outdoors: Sun, 11 Oct — dry by day, light winds, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct14° / 8°Drizzle
- Sat, 10 Oct12° / 7°Scattered clouds
- Sun, 11 Oct13° / 13°Scattered clouds
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The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
Trails & walks
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Forests & woodlands
Parks, gardens & islands
Nature spot · 700 m awayNational Botanic GardensGardenDublinFounded in 1795, the National Botanic Gardens are a botanic haven within the bustling capital city. Set in Glasnevin, County Dublin, the gardens contain more than 15,000 plant species from habitats around the world. Admission is free.
Nature spot · 1.5 km awayBlessington Street Basin (Dublin's Secret Garden)ParkDublin CityThe Blessington Street Basin is known as Dublin's secret garden, as it remains largely undiscovered in the city. Most of the park is water and it also includes an artificial island created as a refuge for animals.
Nature spot · 1.8 km awayAn Gairdín CuimhneacháinGarden of RemembranceParkDublin CityA place of quiet remembrance and reflection, the Garden of Remembrance in Dublin city centre is dedicated to the memory of ‘all those who gave their lives in the cause of Irish freedom’.