National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh
National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh
National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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CelineHayes
Dublin, Ireland17 contributions
Aug 2020
I enjoyed every moment spent in this beautiful hidden treasure. I took the free guided tour lead by Angela, who was a fountain of knowledge on the history of the house and garden, as well as the hundreds of trees and plants therein - what a collection...I will definitely return at different times of year to see the changing flowers and foliage, photos of which Angela showed us during the very enjoyable and informative tour. I had lovely coffee in the pretty coffee shop before the tour, and another with a delicious cake afterwards. This is a fantastic amenity, free to all, easily accessible, well signposted, with excellent parking, toilet facilities, the aforementioned coffee shop, and an abundance of beautifully laid out paths and walkways through glorious woods and meadows.
Written 30 August 2020
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I Am A Donut
Berlin, Germany27 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
This was a total joy and surprise. I never knew there was a second national botanic gardens in Ireland, but I would recommend it completely if you have any interest in the natural world. The tour guide Mary was knowledgable and enthusiastic, and adjusted the tour to cater for the interests of the group - there is so much to see that you could be there all day! Would love to return in the autumn when the leaves start to change colour.
Written 3 August 2022
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M L
Dublin, Ireland165 contributions
Aug 2021
Wonderful walk up the drive to the house. This is free but get there early. Car park fills up quickly but there are lots of spaces in addition to the 5/6 at the entrance gate. August is a good month to visit as there are still many plants in flower and the trees podocarpus especially are breathtaking.
Written 22 August 2021
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Catriona
Dublin, Ireland77 contributions
June 2021
Don't miss these wonderful gardens, they are a rich oasis of calm and tranquility. If you can, book a tour (free!) with Philip who held our group spellbound for over an hour with stories on the estate's background history, botany and ecology, appropriate to all levels of interest. Enjoy their great cafe too.
Written 1 July 2021
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PatrickMullingar
Bohemia, Czech Republic10 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
We went on the guided tour with Maggie on 21/6/'22. She was excellent. She was very pleasant and good-humoured, her commentary was very informative and she interacted very well with all those on her tour. The gardens are simply fabulous - the trees, shrubs, wildflower meadow, pond etc. It's a haven of beauty and peace with all the beautiful sights and sounds of nature at its best.
Written 28 June 2022
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Carmel from Limerick
8 contributions
June 2022 • Family
We had a beautiful visit to the gardens this morning. Maggie gave us an incredible guided tour that we enjoyed beyond all. Her knowledge of the trees, shrubs and flowers is incredible and also her knowledge of the history of the place and people who lived in it. She kept us spellbound for the entire tour and her passion and love of the gardens was infectious! Thank you so much Maggie. You made our day!
Written 8 June 2022
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greenie75
Dublin76 contributions
Mar 2022
Visited mid March and thanks to Mary for a wonderful guided tour. This lady has amazing knowledge, but also her love and enthusiasm for the work she does shines through. The day was bright and beautiful, the gardens were full of Spring growth, there was so much to see. The Magnolia campbellii and Crocus Lawn are spectacular - a must see. Looking forward to going back for the Rhodenderon. Thanks again to Mary for a great visit.
Written 17 March 2022
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ProRua
Belfast, UK63 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Can’t believe this is free of charge! Superb short walks with beautiful surroundings and really interesting plants/trees. This was made all the better by the lovely weather we encountered. Highly recommend though would arrive early as small car park.
Big open grass area suitable for picnics
Big open grass area suitable for picnics
Written 24 August 2021
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Marie-Claire Hoysted
Dublin, Ireland22 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Our annual garden pilgrimage lead us to Kilmacurragh Arboretum. Hailing from Dublin, I have been to the National Botanical Gardens in Glasnevin so many times, but, and to my shame, never to Kilmacurragh. We did the tour with Deirdre and enjoyed a scrumptious lunch in the Acton Cafe. The team were fantastic, even with the packed lunchtime crowd they were efficient and friendly.
Written 1 August 2022
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Alan
Dublin, Ireland1,062 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
We only heard of the Botanical Gardens at Kilmacurragh a few days. We decided to visit today. What a treat it was too! We decided to take the guided tour. Mary was BRILLIANT.....so insightful, interesting and a wealth of information. The tour mafe sense of everything at Kilmacurragh. It's a great place to spend a few hours.
Written 19 June 2022
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When is the best time of year to see the rhododendrons? We are getting married in early june and would love to get some photos.
Written 25 January 2015
We got married here on the 5th of May 2005, I think the Rhododendrons were at their best at this time that year. We regularly go back as we are from Wicklow, but always feel that the flowers have peaked towards the start of May.
Written 31 May 2016
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