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Things to do in Dublin, Province of Leinster: The Best Arenas & Stadiums
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1. Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,702 reviews
Croke Park has been at the heart of Irish sporting life for over 100 years. With a capacity of 82,300, this magnificent stadium is actually the third largest in Europe. Its size is only part of its greatness, however, as you’ll discover on this eye-opening, access-all-areas tour. From quirky insights into why Croke Park’s grass is always greener to learning about defining moments in Irish history, the passionate Tour Guides will take you on an inspiring journey around our national stadium. Some of the highlights include taking a seat in the VIP area, getting a birds-eye view from the media centre, sneaking a peek inside the dressing rooms, and of course, walking in the footsteps of legends as you go pitchside through the players’ tunnel.
Reviewed By frank1365 - County Kerry, Ireland
Context: Kerry GAA fan for over 50 years. Opportunity: Bucket list to visit Croker tour behind scenes having been there numerous times on game day. Booked on line: Easy. No issues. Taxi from hotel: dropped me at Hotel side which is Hogan Stand Side so if u in taxi , direct them to Cusack Stand side Get there early: great cafe , lovely staff , great grub. While u eat u are surrounded by pictures of why u are there. It WILL get to u. Museum: Seamus Darby’s 1982 actual jersey n ball. Well deserved inclusion. Eoin, our tour guide called us to order. It was a cold , dry day in January and only a brave Monaghan man dared to accompany us. You are brought to a mini theatre for a 10 min film of croker behind scenes on big days. Eoin then brought us to Kerry dressing room from previous Saturday Dublin Kerry NFL game. When u walk out of the dressing room , be prepared!!! You are in the most famous tunnel in Ireland. In a stadium that is 3rd largest in Europe. By the greatest amateur organization in the world. U see the pitch for the first time and the enormity of the occasion hit me. The History, the passion, the memories, the culture, the fame , the personalities, the elation , the despair, the Pride in being IRISH. Our guide Eoin was clearly a Dub and proud of it. He made apologies that a lot of the material we would see was Atha Cliatha based. I couldn’t have been more honored. Kerry Dublin. Dublin Kerry. Their time is now. And ours beckons. Kluxton could be freeman of Tralee and Killarney tomorrow if he wanted. Walked the steps to hoist Sam replica. Thoughts of Tadgh Kennelly doing his jig on top of counter in better Kerry days. Eoin gave us the facts n figures n memories n hints of future battles. He told the history of everything that happened in those 4 walls. His passion spoke volumes. As I took it all in and wiped both eyes dry , I started down the tunnel where only days earlier , surely the next “Hall of Fame” recruit, David Clifford, who had, on 25/01/2020, most of his jersey ravaged , in the dying minutes, by Dublin players as souvenirs in acknowledgement of the arrival of the latest O’Connell, Sheehy, Donaghy, Gooch, Fitzgerald and most of all, an O”Sé or three. Good times? Great times. Go there. Goosebumps. Close eyes. Stand silent and remember where u are and all that’s been there before u. And if u lucky enough to get Eoin as a guide, you will think” I couldn’t have had a better guide to show us the greatest and most famous place in Ireland “.
2. Skyline Croke Park
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By niallm869 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Fantastic tour giving a very different perspective of Dublin and our tour guide Brian was excellent Even considering the weather conditions it is well worth a visit and if you’re interested in GAA, the museum tour is a must????????
3. Parnell Park
4. Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium
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4.5 based on 466 reviews
Reviewed By M2264RRjamesc
I have been to SHELBOURNE PARK on several occasions,allways went for the dinner option, but other great offers to suit your budget,we(2) started with a couple of pints & studied the race program,there is a great drinks menu,amazing food & outstanding service,l remember we sat at table #6, very comfortable & a super view of the track & finish line,we had goats cheese,chicken wings & 2 delicious steaks, accompanied by 2 fine bottles of French red wine,you also have table service to place your bets,the girl was excellent & we had a few laughs with her as we were winning & tipping & really enjoying our night,overall top marks for everything,could not fault anything & will definitely return when in Dublin, thanks to SHELBOURNE PARK for allways excellent nights....HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ????????????
5. Aviva Stadium
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4.5 based on 1,143 reviews
The guided tour of Aviva Stadium home of Irish football and rugby is a fun, informative and unforgettable experience for adults and children. The tour includes visits to the home dressing room, players' tunnel, pitchside, press room and much more. Aviva Stadium reopened its doors on 14th May 2010 and has a seated capacity of 51,700. It is the oldest rugby union ground in the world and the oldest sports stadium in Europe. Aviva Stadium is the home of the Irish national rugby and Republic of Ireland national football team. Aviva Stadium is now Ireland's only UEFA Category 4/Elite Stadium and has won a number of awards. Opening Times: February to October inclusive 7 days a week, on the hour 10am to 4pm. November to January inclusive 7 days a week, on the hour 10am to 3pm.
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
We were staying in Ballsbridge, which is walking distance to the Aviva Stadium. Everyone still calls it "Lansdowne Road." It's a mavellous stadium. Rugby is a number two or three football code in Ireland, number one is Gaelic football. "Soccer" as it is called in Ireland is not all that popular. Aviva Stadium has seen some great triumphs, Ireland won the Six Nations Grand Slam in 2018. What if the All Blacks are better? At least Ireland was number one in Europe. Have a look around, the stadium it's a great sight. On match days, many spectatiors walk from central Dublin to the ground. There's a DART station just outside the ground.. It's sometimes said that "a better class of man plays rugby." Who's to decide?
6. Croke Park Stadium
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4.5 based on 742 reviews
The GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) is Ireland’s largest sporting organisation. It represents our unique national games of hurling and Gaelic football and is celebrated as one of the world’s greatest amateur sporting associations. The GAA is at the heart of every community in Ireland and it’s fair to say that there are no other sports in the world more intertwined with a country’s identity, history and culture. The GAA is in our DNA. It’s what we love. It’s what we do. If you really want to get under the skin of the Irish, a visit to Croke Park is a must. Here, you’ll find passion and history pumping around every corner. Everything and everyone is brimming with pride, including our renowned Tour Guides who’ll have you hanging on every word. The GAA Museum & Tours are the perfect way to truly immerse yourself in Irish culture – so don’t be surprised if you leave a little bit of your own heart behind in Croke Park!
Reviewed By TheTrvlGuy - New York City, United States
Sadly it didn't, but it was a great few hours, and exhilarating climbing all those steep steps! My friend I ran into in Dublin [read my Conrad hotel review] for a convention, told me she took a corporate group tour at the Croke Park Stadium and found allot of fun... So I called the concierge at my hotel [The Conrad] and asked for them to book me a tour, private if at all possible. [it was] When I arrived I was met by this incredible woman, firm hand-shake and beautiful who I assumed own the Stadium because of her commanding presence, lovely, warm and professional, also walked like her shoes were on fire... I mean brisk, which was the perfect pace for me. She spoke about the behind the scenes stuff which really didn't appeal to me so after fifteen minutes we headed into the stadium and began climbing and climbing and climbing [elevator please] and at one point the stairs became very steep and I now understand, the nose bleed section, phrase. I'm in great shape 6'2" 160 and an avid long distance runner, but these steps were kicking my booty. Once conquering the last step, I had the same feeling as my tour of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, except for the safety lines in Sydney strapped to me. Walking around up there on mesh grates and safety railings along with signage explaining the views etc... To be honest with you, I do not remember going back down to earth, the tour was that great. I know nothing about group tours or non private tours, but I'm sure you can find them on TA... I do know this was a great few hours and fit nicely into my agenda, since I did not do the entire tour I have no idea how long that last's, thus my love of private tours. I highly recommend taking this tour, especially if you're a sports fanatic. Enjoy every adventure ahead of you and the diversity our planet offers!
7. Harold's Cross Greyhound Stadium
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
At Harold's Cross Greyhound Stadium we offer you a unique night time entertainment experience 2 nights a week every Tuesday & Friday with additional Saturday Nights in December. The Stadium is conveniently located just 5 minutes from Dublin City Centre on the N11 with easy access by taxi or Dublin Bus (route 16, 16A & 49). Doors Open each night of Race 6.30pm
8. RDS Arena
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3.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By joeridebruijn - Son en Breugel, The Netherlands
We were to the rugby game.it was a nice game 50-15 voor Leinster (Dublin) vs dragons. Its was amazing to have seen. you should definitely experience it once. we had a good place in row 1 could see everything very well. Its was amazing and the stadium was nice. Only If when it starts raining when you are in the 1st row you are not dry but it does not matter.
9. Dublin Port , Aviva Stadium
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