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Phoenix Park

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Phoenix Park is a 707-hectare park about 3 km northwest of Dublin's centre, north of the River Liffey, one of the world's largest inner-city parks.

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Why go

  • The Wellington Monument, a 62-metre obelisk built in 1817 to honour the Duke of Wellington.
  • Áras an Uachtaráin, the official residence of the Irish president, built inside the park in 1754.
  • The Papal Cross, a white Latin cross of steel girders 35 metres high, raised for Pope John Paul II's 1979 mass.
  • Ashtown Castle, the park's oldest building, a restored late medieval tower house; restoration began in 1989.
  • A free-roaming herd of 400–450 fallow deer, descended from deer introduced in the 1660s, lives on the grounds.

Don't miss

  • Corinthian columnA Corinthian column of Portland stone, erected in 1747.Centrally on Chesterfield Avenue. On the map
  • Magazine FortA former garrison fort in the south-east of the park.In the south-east of the park. On the map
  • Dublin ZooThe Dublin Zoo is housed inside the park.Inside the park. On the map
  • Memorial cross in the grassA 60 cm cross filled with gravel and cut into the grass, a memorial to two men who were killed.In the grass of the park. On the map

What's in season

  • AprThe Great Ireland Run, a 10 km race, has been held here each April since 2003. The 2010 edition drew over 11,000 participants.
  • Jun – AugBands have played outdoors here in summer. Coldplay, Duran Duran and Robbie Williams have performed concerts here.

What you see

  • Trees cover 30% of the park, mainly broadleaf.
  • 351 identified plant species grow in the park; three of them are rare and protected.
  • Large lawns, tree-lined avenues and wooded areas make up the landscape.
  • The park holds several brooks, which are tributaries of the River Liffey.

With kids

  • Furry Glen, in the south-west corner, has short walks around a small lake with birds.
  • A 2007–2008 birdwatch survey found 72 bird species in the park; the long-eared owl was confirmed breeding here in 2012.

Facilities

  • Visitor centre Beside Ashtown Castle; covers 5,500 years of history.
  • Sports grounds Grounds for cricket and polo, among others.

Shorts

History

The name comes from fionn uisce, meaning clear waters. The land was first laid out as a game park for hunting. The house now called Áras an Uachtaráin was known as the Viceregal Lodge. It was the official residence of the Lord Lieutenant until 1922. Phoenix Cricket Club, based in the park, was founded in 1830 and is the oldest cricket club in Ireland.

  1. Middle AgesThe land was part of the lands of Kilmainham Priory.
  2. 1662The viceroy began turning the land into a 2,000-acre hunting park.
  3. 1740sThe park was opened to the public.
  4. 1882Lord Frederick Cavendish and Thomas Henry Burke were assassinated in the park.
  5. 1903Motor racing began here with the Irish Gordon Bennett Race Speed Trials.
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  1. 1929The Irish International Grand Prix, first of three Irish Grand Prix, was held here.
  2. 1932–1939Racing ran here until the Second World War began in 1939.

Sources: Phoenix Park - Wikipedia · Phoenix Park - Wikipedia · Phoenix Park - Wikipedia · checked 19 Oct 2026

Where
Parkgate St., Dublin

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Questions and answers

How big is Phoenix Park in Dublin?

The 707-hectare park is ringed by an 11-kilometre wall. It lies about 3 km northwest of Dublin's centre, north of the River Liffey.

How do I get to Phoenix Park?

The main entrance is on Parkgate Street, beside Castleknock.

Is there a shuttle bus inside Phoenix Park?

Yes. A visitor shuttle has run since 2008 and circles the main sights every half hour. Route 99 buses are a separate link, started in October 2023, between the visitor centre and Parkgate Street.

What is there for children in Phoenix Park?

Dublin Zoo is inside the park. A free-roaming herd of fallow deer, 400–450 animals, lives on the grounds.

Is there a memorial in Phoenix Park?

Yes. A 60 cm cross filled with gravel is cut into the grass. It is a memorial to the two men killed.

Are concerts held in Phoenix Park?

Yes, open-air concerts are held in the park now and then. Coldplay, Duran Duran and Robbie Williams have performed here.

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