Merrion Square Park
Merrion Square Park is one of Dublin’s largest grand parks, these beautiful lawns were formerly private gardens for the residents of the square but were opened to the public in the 1970s, providing a relaxing retreat from city life.
In the park, you will find the famous statue of Oscar Wilde as well as other statues of commemoration such as the statue of Brian Boru, the last High King of Ireland. Given his prominence as a medieval Irish figure, his iconic harp became the national emblem of Ireland—claimed by the Guinness family as the trademark for their brewery in 1862 and adorning Irish euro coins.
National Gallery of Ireland
The National Gallery of Ireland is located in the centre of Merrion Square. Dating back to 1854, this is a must-see for anyone interested in art or history, as the gallery holds some of the most notable Irish and European artworks from the 14th to the 19th Century.
The gallery is free admission and hosts many daily talks and tours.