MARLAY PARK
MARLAY
PARK
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Situated just nine kilometres from Dublin’s bustling city centre at the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, the park is a 121-hectare suburban oasis that seamlessly blends 18th-century aristocratic elegance with vibrant, modern energy.
Visitor Insights
For the ultimate local experience, time your visit for a Saturday or Sunday morning to explore the bustling weekend farmer's and craft market in the 18th-century stables, where you can savour artisanal coffee and browse bespoke crafts. Families should seek out the enchanting, hidden 'Fairy Tree' tucked away in the woodland past the Japanese bridge and waterfalls. A word to the wise: during the summer months, the park transforms into a major concert venue for events like the Longitude Festival. If you are not attending a gig, check the local event schedule beforehand, as public access and parking are heavily restricted on show days.
Unique Features
Marlay House
The magnificent Marlay House, a Georgian mansion built in 1794, framed by sweeping lawns and ornamental lakes.
Walled Garden
Offers a beautifully restored 1.8-hectare Regency walled garden, brimming with colourful period plants, herbaceous borders, and heirloom fruit trees.
Peacocks
Acts as a haven for wildlife, with resident peacocks roaming freely near the estate's aviary, swans and ducks in the lakes and numerous grey squirrels.
Wicklow Way Start Point
The park also serves as the official starting point for the famous 132-kilometre Wicklow Way walking trail.
General Information
Location
Grange Rd,
Rathfarnham,
Dublin 16,
D14 Y6X5,
Ireland.
Accessibility
The majority of the park is wheelchair accessible with paved walking trails. Designated accessible parking spaces are available at both main car parks.
Opening Hours
Open daily from 9:00 AM. Closing times vary by season: 5:00 PM (Nov–Jan), 6:00 PM (Feb, Mar, Oct), 8:00 PM (Sep), 9:00 PM (Apr), and 10:00 PM (May–Aug).
Entry
FREE
Parking
FREE
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