The Coombe, Dublin

#332 among attractions in Dublin

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The Coombe is a historic street in the south inner city of Dublin, Ireland. It was originally a hollow or valley where a tributary of the River Poddle, the Coombe Stream or Commons Water, ran. The name is sometimes used for the broader area around, in which the Poddle and its related watercourses featured strongly. ()

Coordinates: 53°20'20"N, 6°16'41"W

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Southside (South-West Inner City)Dublin Ireland

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The Coombe – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Patrick's Cathedral, The Brazen Head, Dublinia, Wood Quay.

~1420 ftE
Medieval building with musical recitals
St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin
7 min walk • St. Patrick's Cathedral stands as a magnificent beacon of faith and history in the heart of Dublin, Ireland. This monumental church, the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland, has been a place of worship since 1191, making it one of the city's oldest and most...
0.4 miN
Nightlife
The Brazen Head, Dublin
11 min walk • Steeped in history and brimming with old-world charm, The Brazen Head claims the title of Dublin's oldest pub, with a storied past dating back to 1198. Nestled in the heart of Ireland's vibrant capital, this celebrated establishment is not just a place to enjoy a pint...
0.4 miNE
Museum, Gothic architecture, Specialty museum
Dublinia, Dublin
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dublin, Ireland, Dublinia is a museum dedicated to bringing the city's vibrant Viking and medieval heritage to life. This interactive museum invites visitors to step back in time and explore the world of Dublin's ancestors through a series of...
~1910 ftSE
Archaeological site
Wood Quay, Dublin
10 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.
~1650 ftE
Museum, Library, Historical place
Marsh's Library, Dublin
8 min walk • Marsh's Library, situated in St. Patrick's Close, adjacent to St. Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland is a well-preserved library of the late Renaissance and early Enlightenment.
~1500 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
John's Lane Church, Dublin
8 min walk • The Church of St. Augustine and St. John, commonly known as John's Lane Church, is a large Roman Catholic Church located on Thomas Street, Dublin, Ireland. It was opened in 1874 on the site of the medieval St. John's Hospital, founded c. 1180. It is served by the Augustinian Order.
~1900 ftNE
Church
Church of St. Nicholas Within, Dublin
10 min walk • St. Nicholas Within is a former Church of Ireland parish church in Dublin city, Ireland. It was located at the corner of Nicholas St. and Christchurch Place, where part of its entrance may be seen next to the Peace Park.
~1910 ftNE
Church, Gothic architecture
St. Audoen's Church, Dublin
10 min walk • St Audoen's Church is the church of the parish of Saint Audoen in the Church of Ireland, located south of the River Liffey at Cornmarket in Dublin, Ireland. This was close to the centre of the medieval city. The parish is in the Diocese of Dublin and Glendalough. St Audoen's is the oldest parish church in Dublin and still used as such.
~750 ftE
Museum, Art gallery
Pallas Projects/Studios, Dublin
4 min walk • The Pallas Projects/Studios is an artist-run and non-commercial gallery and studio space in Dublin, Ireland.
0.4 miNE
Church, History museum
St Audoen's Church, Dublin
10 min walk • St Audoen's is the church of the parish of St Audoen that is located south of the River Liffey at Cornmarket in Dublin, Ireland. The parish is in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin. The church is now home to the Polish chaplaincy in Ireland. There is an Anglican church of the same name adjacent to it.
~1280 ftN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Vicar Street, Dublin
7 min walk • Vicar Street is a concert, performing arts centre and events venue in Dublin, Ireland. Located on Thomas Street, Dublin 8, Vicar Street has capacity for 1,050 people for seated performances and 1,500 people for standing gigs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Coombe?

Nearby attractions include Teeling Distillery, Dublin (3 min walk), St. Luke's Church, Dublin (3 min walk), Cork Street, Dublin (4 min walk), Pallas Projects/Studios, Dublin (4 min walk).

How to get to The Coombe by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Coombe:

Bus

St Luke's Avenue • Lines: 27 towards Jobstown, 50 towards Citywest, 56a towards Ringsend, 56a towards Tallaght, 77a towards Ringsend, 77a towards Tallaght (2 min walk)
Patrick Street • Lines: 49 (6 min walk)

Tram

Stop • Lines: Luas Red Line (15 min walk)
Smithfield • Lines: Luas Red Line (15 min walk)

Train

Heuston (22 min walk)
Dublin Heuston (22 min walk)