Stunning Irish spot near Dublin's popular tourist attractions where people love to escape

Many of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions are located in Dublin City Center . Close to them is a stunning park that visitors rave about after they have been there.

Tourists often flock to the Irish capital for its famous attractions such as The Guinness Storehouse , Kilmainham Gaol, and the lively pubs of Temple Bar . Close to these places, there is a gorgeous park that visitors often love discovering.

St Stephen's Green is located at the end of Grafton Street on the south side of Dublin. It is surrounded by some great restaurants and bars and even some of Dublin's most underrated museums , like The Little Museum of Dublin.

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Inside, you will find plenty of green space, colorful flora, a scenic lake, and a lovely little bandstand. It doesn't tend to be one of the go-to spots for tourists but those who visit this little park, especially on a sunny day, have had overwhelmingly positive things to say.

One reviewer from Massachusetts said on Tripadvisor: "This is a beautiful and very well-maintained park in an upscale neighborhood. In addition to its historical significance , the park is a great place for a walk, people watching and bird watching."

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Another from North Carolina said: "The park was large and shady. There were many beautiful flowers to look at in the park. There was a play area for children. We saw some swans and many seagulls enjoying the lake. The walk would be good for people who are handicapped because it is paved.

A third commented: "What a beautiful park. Very pleased we visited here. It is lovely and calm, which I’m sure is not always the case, though it brought some solace to a busy city. It is scenic and watching the swans on the lake was a highlight several ways to walk around, with a path all the way round to save your feet getting muddy."

Wile most people simply head to the park for a relaxing stroll, others opt for a walking tour of the park during which they learn about its interesting history. Daly tours depart from the Little Museum of Dublin, which is located right beside the park.

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