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National Botanic Gardens

Extensive gardens favouring alkaline-loving species. The great Palm House was where Wittgenstein often came to warm his lugubrious backside. A gateway leads into Glasnevin Cemetery adjacent. The gardens also manage the arboretum at Kilmacurragh near Wicklow Town.

Address: Glasnevin D09 VY63
Hours: Mar-Oct Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM, Sat Sun 10AM-6PM; Nov-Feb Mon-Fri 9AM-4:30PM, Sat Sun 10AM-4:30PM
Price: Free
Website: botanicgardens.ie (opens in a new tab)

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