Observatory Lane, Dublin

#536 among attractions in Dublin

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Facts and practical information

Observatory Lane is a cricket ground in Rathmines, Dublin, Ireland. ()

Coordinates: 53°19'32"N, 6°15'43"W

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Southside (Rathmines)Dublin Ireland

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Observatory Lane – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Literature Ireland, Wood Quay, Irish Jewish Museum, Newman University Church.

0.8 miN
Museum, History museum
Museum of Literature Ireland, Dublin
20 min walk • The Museum of Literature Ireland, branded MoLI in an homage to Molly Bloom, is a literary museum in Dublin, Ireland. It opened in September 2019. The museum is a partnership between the National Library of Ireland and University College Dublin. It is located in UCD's Newman House in St Stephen's Green.
0.8 miNW
Archaeological site
Wood Quay, Dublin
21 min walk • Wood Quay is a riverside area of Dublin that was a site of Viking settlement. It is now the location of the offices of the Dublin City Council.
0.5 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Irish Jewish Museum, Dublin
12 min walk • The Irish Jewish Museum is a small museum located in the once highly Jewish populated area of Portobello, around the South Circular Road, Dublin 8, dedicated to the history of the Irish Jewish community.
0.8 miN
Church
Newman University Church, Dublin
21 min walk • The Church of Our Lady Seat of Wisdom, also known as Newman University Church or Catholic University Church, is a Catholic church in Dublin, Ireland.
~990 ftNE
Square
Mount Pleasant Square, Dublin
5 min walk • Mount Pleasant Square is a Georgian garden square on the border of Rathmines and Ranelagh, in the city of Dublin, Ireland. It is about a twenty-five minute walk from Grafton Street.
~1920 ftN
Bridge
De Luas, Dublin
10 min walk • Charlemont is a stop on the Luas light-rail tram system in Dublin, Ireland. It opened in 2004 as a stop on the Green Line from St Stephen's Green station to Sandyford. It provides access to the Portobello area and the Cathal Brugha Barracks.
~970 ftNW
Church
Mary Immaculate, Dublin
5 min walk • Mary Immaculate, Refuge of Sinners is a Roman Catholic church in Rathmines, Dublin built in 1854 in the "Greek style". The church was originally designed by Patrick Byrne and later extended by William Henry Byrne who added a portico and pediment.
~1140 ftS
Park
Belgrave Square, Dublin
6 min walk • Belgrave Square is a residential Victorian square in D6, Dublin, located off of Castlewood Avenue between Rathmines and Ranelagh. There is a small playground and old large chestnut trees, along with a rolling grassy area. Belgrave Square has hosted events, musical performances, and recreational outings.
0.7 miN
Park, Garden
Iveagh Gardens, Dublin
18 min walk • The Iveagh Gardens is a public park located between Clonmel Street and Upper Hatch Street, near the National Concert Hall in Dublin, Ireland. It is a national, as opposed to a municipal park, and designated as a National Historic Property.
0.6 miN
Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows
National Concert Hall, Dublin
17 min walk • The National Concert Hall is a concert hall located on Earlsfort Terrace in Dublin, Ireland. It is a national cultural institution and the designated home of music in Ireland. It hosts over 1,000 events each year.
0.6 miN
Street
Camden Street, Dublin
16 min walk • Camden Street is a street in Dublin 2. It links Ranelagh/Rathmines to the southern city centre of Dublin. It is divided into Camden Street Upper and Camden Street Lower.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Observatory Lane?

Nearby attractions include Church of St Nicholas Without, Dublin (2 min walk), Mary Immaculate, Dublin (5 min walk), Mount Pleasant Square, Dublin (5 min walk), Belgrave Square, Dublin (6 min walk).

How to get to Observatory Lane by public transport?

The nearest stations to Observatory Lane:

Bus

William's Park • Lines: 15 (4 min walk)
Military Road • Lines: 15 (4 min walk)

Tram

Ranelagh • Lines: Luas Green Line (7 min walk)
Charlemont • Lines: Luas Green Line (10 min walk)

Train

Grand Canal Dock (36 min walk)