Irish National War Memorial Gardens, Dublin: Photos, Reviews & Location

Elegant, Lutyens-designed gardens dedicated to the 49,400 Irish soldiers who died during WWI.

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#3 of 35 Tourist attractions in Dublin

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.80

3.4 km from the center of Dublin

Rating breakdown

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Island Bridge, Ushers, Dublin, Ireland

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Irish National War Memorial Gardens?: Irish National War Memorial Gardens is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 4,371 reviews.
How does Irish National War Memorial Gardens rank in Dublin?: Irish National War Memorial Gardens is #3 of 35 Tourist attractions in Dublin by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Irish National War Memorial Gardens located?: Island Bridge, Ushers, Dublin, Ireland — 3.4 km from the center of Dublin.
How can I contact Irish National War Memorial Gardens?: Website: heritageireland.ie

Reviews (12)

Peter Kendrick 2024 Jan 30

Great spot for a walk. Really nice once the rose gardens come in to bloom.

Jayesh Sonawane 2024 Jan 14

A serene and beautiful place to spend some time with nature. Riverside walkway, memorial architecture will make you come back here. Situated within the city and accessibility is very convenient. Must visit if you like to go for walks by the river. Perfect location for a day out with kids, friends or family.

Robin Slater 2023 Nov 11

Always a welcome escape to roam the various paths, enjoy the gardens and walk alongside the river.

Una Hennessy 2023 Oct 17

The Irish National War Memorial Park in Islandbridge is a beautifully laid out park designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens.They are dedicated to the memory of the 49,400 Irish soldiers who died in World War 1. The name of every single soldier is contained in the sumptuously illustrated Harry Clarke manuscripts in the granite bookrooms.

Sunken rose gardens, herbaceous borders and extensive tree-planting make for an enjoyable visit in any season. It is very well maintained by OPW
I love where it is situated at the side of the Liffey.

Margaret Burke 2023 Sep 06

I want to thank Eoin from the OPW for a fantastic tour of the war memorial Gardens this morning. Eoin is a great guide with a wealth of knowledge and sensitivity regarding the history of the site.I highly recommend this tour to everyone a hidden gem .

Rita O'Brien 2023 Jul 25

My favourite place to chill out in Dublin. Always peaceful, great for dog watching, close to the city and has the most beautiful gardens

Uli 2023 Jul 02

Beautiful rose garden with a peaceful atmosphere. Perfect runaway from the city to get some fresh air and nature.

Jithu Sathyan 2023 Apr 21

Wonderful garden and park for a summer outing. Now it's the time of cheery blossom so that you can enjoy the beauty of the pink and white flowers.!!

Jonathan Pable-Myers 2023 Apr 11

One of Dublins' most beautiful parks. A must visit for locals and for tourists, especially during the summer months when all flowers are in full bloom.

Ayçin 2023 Feb 23

This park is absolutely beautiful. People are walking and playing with their dogs peacefully. You can calm your mind by watching the amazing view or just taking a long walk. It’s just lovely

Vlad I 2023 Feb 12

Such a nice place for a walk.
It’s quite large and has a lot of different zones e.g. picnic area by the river, rose garden, war memorial monuments, etc.
During spring you can enjoy gorgeous cherry blossom alleys 🌸

Bella Burns 2022 Feb 22

Beautiful place to visit. Unfortunately we visited in the winter so flowers were long gone but the structures there are so beautiful and the history behind them will fascinate you. This is definitely a place to visit in the warmer months but quite a peaceful walk in the colder months.

Bring a picnic and a blanket. The seclusion is amazing and so peaceful - and yet so close to the inner city. For dog walkers there is a perfect trail along the canal that is quite long.