Rathfarnham Castle

Situated just a few miles to the south of Dublin city centre, Marlay Park is a vast 300 acre public park filled with serene woodlands, water features and some excellent walking trails. There are also some dedicated recreational spaces in the form of a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, football and cricket pitches, and even a miniature railway.

Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Airfield Estate. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Originally founded in 1854 as part of the Catholic University of Ireland, then reformed in 1880 and declared a university in its own right in 1908, University College Dublin is one of the Republic of Ireland’s oldest and most prestigious education institutions.

For a breath of fresh air amid the hustle and bustle of Dublin, a trip to the beautiful Bushy Park is most definitely in order. Nestled on the trickling banks of the River Dodder, Bushy Park hints at what must have once been the area’s wild splendour. Offering a taste of the nearby County Dublin countryside, Bushy Park is all the more special for being situated so centrally.

Though Mount Carmel Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Dublin while you are here.

St. Luke’s Hospital, Rathgar, Dublin, has been specialising in treating cancer patients for over half a century. Opened back in 1952, the hospital was created by the Cancer Association of Ireland and has become the primary national centre for radiotherapy.