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National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh
4.5
171 reviews
#14 of 144 things to do in County Wicklow
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09:00 - 17:00
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09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 17:00
Friday
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday
09:00 - 17:00
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Berlin, Germany6 contributions
The Secret Garden of Ireland
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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Marie-Claire Hoysted
Dublin, Ireland12 contributions
Irish Garden Visit 2022
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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PatrickMullingar
Bohemia, Czech Republic7 contributions
A Haven of Beauty
Jun 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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Alan
Dublin, Ireland849 contributions
Absolutely Beautiful - Take The Guided Tour, It's So Worth It
Jun 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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Carmel from Limerick
7 contributions
A fabulous day out!
Jun 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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Harry C
Rathdrum, Ireland11 contributions
Non stop improvements.
May 2022 • Family
Visited again this morning.
Walked the lesser visited newly planted and developed areas.
Congratulations to the head gardener and staff.
Amazing amenity.
Thanks.
Written 31 May 2022
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2020vision
Dundonald, Belfast.3,902 contributions
Beautiful!!
Apr 2022 • Couples
The gardens are absolutely gorgeous .
There is so much work being done , lots of new planting . In a few years the gardens will be stunning . Some unusual trees and lots of flowers .
Well worth visiting .
Written 11 May 2022
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Teresa C
96 contributions
Simply Beautiful
Apr 2022 • Friends
When you drive into the pathway leading up to the garden, we are greeted with large rhododendron on both side. Hats off to the gardener and park maintenance staff. The ground is beautiful and all the plants are heath. Thank you for giving us a wonderful trip.
Written 24 April 2022
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greenie75
Dublin78 contributions
Magnolia campbellii and Crocus Lawn at their peak on our mid march visit
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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jcgdublin
Dublin, Ireland183 contributions
Incredible outdoor relaxation
Oct 2021
A hidden gem just outside of Dublin this is a place we will return to now often with incredible countryside, interesting walks, and just a place to go and unwind from the city. There are picnic tables and everything is well maintained and just amazing we have this so close to Dublin and for no charge at all.
Written 3 October 2021
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NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KILMACURRAGH (County Wicklow) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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  • Sun - Sat 09:00 - 17:00
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