Merrion Square, Dublin

Name: Merrion Square
Address: Dublin, Ireland

#338 among attractions in Dublin

Park, Relax in park, Oscar Wilde, Georgian architecture

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Facts and practical information

Merrion Square is a Georgian garden square on the southside of Dublin city centre. ()

Alternative names: Created: 1762Elevation: 39 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°20'23"N, 6°14'57"W

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Southside (South-East Inner City)Dublin Ireland

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Merrion Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Science Gallery, Natural History Museum, O'Donoghue's, National Gallery of Ireland.

~1670 ftN
Museum, Science museum
Science Gallery, Dublin
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, the Science Gallery is a dynamic new-age museum that merges the worlds of art and science to ignite creativity and discovery among its visitors. Situated on the campus of Trinity College Dublin, this innovative space serves as a vibrant...
~910 ftW
Museum, Natural history museum
Natural History Museum, Dublin
5 min walk • The Natural History Museum in Dublin, often referred to as "The Dead Zoo," is a venerable institution that offers a window into the natural world. Nestled in the heart of Ireland's capital city, this museum is housed in a classic Victorian building that dates back...
~1230 ftSW
Nightlife
O'Donoghue's, Dublin
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, O'Donoghue's Pub stands as an iconic emblem of traditional Irish music and conviviality. This historic establishment, located on Merrion Row, has been serving pints and hosting live folk music since 1934, making it a beloved institution...
~900 ftNW
Ireland's national art collection
National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, the National Gallery of Ireland stands as a beacon of culture and artistry. This prestigious institution, founded in 1854, houses an impressive collection of over 16,000 artworks. From the luminescent brushstrokes of the European masters...
~990 ftSW
Nightlife
Doheny & Nesbitt, Dublin
5 min walk • Doheny & Nesbitt, located in the heart of Dublin, is one of the oldest and most famous pubs in Ireland. This iconic institution, situated on Baggot Street, is more than just a regular bar - it's a living legend of Irish history and culture.
~1270 ftW
Archaeological museum, Museum
National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology, Dublin
7 min walk • The National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology is a branch of the National Museum of Ireland located on Kildare Street in Dublin, Ireland, that specialises in Irish and other antiquities dating from the Stone Age to the Late Middle Ages.
~730 ftNW
Museum, Art museum
Oriel Gallery, Dublin
4 min walk • The Oriel Gallery is a commercial art gallery in Dublin, Ireland, devoted to work by Irish artists. It is Ireland's oldest independent gallery.
~910 ftW
Museum, History museum, Natural history museum
National Museum of Ireland, Dublin
5 min walk • The National Museum of Ireland is Ireland's leading museum institution, with a strong emphasis on national and some international archaeology, Irish history, Irish art, culture, and natural history.
~1430 ftNW
Seat of the Irish national parliament
Leinster House, Dublin
7 min walk • Leinster House is the seat of the Oireachtas, the parliament of Ireland. Leinster House was originally the ducal palace of the Dukes of Leinster.
~730 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Number Twenty Nine - Georgian House Museum, Dublin
4 min walk • Number Twenty Nine: Georgian House Museum is a preserved Georgian townhouse in Dublin. The house is furnished to show how it would have looked during the period of 1790 to 1820.
~1570 ftSW
Contemporary Irish art gallery
Royal Hibernian Academy, Dublin
8 min walk • The Royal Hibernian Academy is an artist-based and artist-oriented institution in Ireland, founded in Dublin in 1823. Like many other Irish institutions, such as the RIA, the academy retained the word "Royal", after Ireland's independence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Merrion Square?

Nearby attractions include Irish Architectural Archive, Dublin (2 min walk), Central Catholic Library, Dublin (2 min walk), Number Twenty Nine - Georgian House Museum, Dublin (4 min walk), Oriel Gallery, Dublin (4 min walk).

How to get to Merrion Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Merrion Square:

Bus

Merrion Sq, Holles Street • Lines: 111X, 4, Nx (2 min walk)
#409 Merrion Sq, Holles Street • Lines: 4, 7 (2 min walk)

Train

Dublin Pearse (7 min walk)
Grand Canal Dock (12 min walk)

Tram

Dawson • Lines: Luas Green Line (11 min walk)
St. Stephen's Green • Lines: Luas Green Line (13 min walk)