Ranelagh Gardens Park — Attraction in Dublin

I have passed this park a thousand times but only discovered it today whilst meeting a friend. A truly well hidden gem. Situated at the start of Ranelagh village the Luas line runs over the entrance arch, with the Luas stop just across the road. The park marks the sight of Irelands first manned flight by Richard Crosbie in 1785, he flew in a hydrogen air balloon from Ranelagh, on Dublin's southside to Clontarf on the northside finally bridging the great northside/southside divide, and we have all lived happily ever since. The park has a great play park area for kids there too, it was busy so I chose not to take pictures of it, but great...

Visited in May during lovely weather. The park is peaceful and has some charm, especially with its historical background and leafy surroundings. It’s tucked away nicely in Ranelagh and makes for a quiet little stop if you’re in the area. However, we weren’t particularly impressed. It’s quite small, and while the pond and trees are pleasant, there’s not much else to do or see. Facilities are minimal — no toilets or cafés nearby — and the playground is very basic. Worth a quick look if you’re passing by on a sunny day, but not a...

Great recently renovated playground, no picnic benches for parents, so more of a 'focused play' place, but large enough to occupy a child for up to an hour and small enough to be friendly. There is a duck pond next to the playground and some benches along its perimeter. It's a nice way to walk between Chelmsford Road and the Luas, and there is also a gate that leads to...