Kilmainham is a suburb located on the south side of Dublin. The area is home to numerous attractions, not least the Royal Kilmainham Hospital, which was constructed on the site of the Knights Templar priory. Today, this building and its beautiful grounds have been transformed into the Irish Museum of Modern Art, a wonderful, progressive museum housing both Irish and international modern art. Another poplar attraction is Kilmainham Gaol (pronounce ‘jail’). This large, grey building will provide a fascinating visit for anyone with an interest in Irish history. It was in Kilmainham Goal that the leaders of the Easter Rising were executed.

The Phoenix Park is a huge park located on the north side of Dublin. The park is the largest urban park in Europe, and it is home to numerous attractions. Aside from the stunning landscape, the Phoenix Park also boasts numerous monuments, including the Papal Cross and the Wellington Testimonial. The park is also home to Aras an Uachtarain (residence of the President of Ireland), as well as the lovely, landscaped People’s Garden. Without a doubt, the most popular attraction in the Phoenix Park is Dublin Zoo. This is a large, modern zoo with an impressive conservation record.