Powerscourt Gardens
| County: | Co. Wicklow |
| Tel: | 01-204 6000 |
| Fax: | 01-204 6900 |
| Email: | carmel.byrne@powerscourt.net |
The stunning Powerscourt Gardens are situated just 20kms south of Dublin City Centre. Set against the backdrop of the Sugarloaf Mountain, Powerscourt is stunning in every season. From the ornate Italian Gardens to the formal walks of the Rose and Kitchen Gardens, there are many hidden treasures to explore. With over 200 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers, this 47 acres of Gardens has something for everyone.
The Gardens were laid out over a period of 150 years and were designed to create a garden that was part of the wider landscape, creating one of the most majestic vistas in Ireland. Fine statuary and ironworks collected from across Europe adorn these magnificent Gardens.
The Palladian Mansion is now home to the best Irish design and features craft and interior shops. The Terrace cafe offers the finest in Irish artisan, home cooked cuisine. An audiovisual presentation brings to life the rich history of the Estate.
General Information
| Address: | Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow |
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| Telephone; | 01-204 6000 |
| Fax: | 01-204 6900 |
| Email: | carmel.byrne@powerscourt.net |
| Website: | http://www.powerscourt.ie |
| Location: | 20km south of Dublin City Centre, just off N11 |
| Season: | All Year |
| Open Times: | Please check website for Opening times. |
| Tours: | Self-guiding |
| Booking Contact: | carmel.byrne@powerscourt.net |
| Manager: | Estate Office |
| Average Visit Length: | 1- 2 1/2 hours |
| Entrance Fees: |
Adult: €6.50 Student: €6 (House Admission Free) Senior: €6 Child (U16): €3.50, (U5): Free |
| Audio Visual: | Languages: English |
| Restaurant: | Operated by Avoca Handweavers Group. Seats 160 including outdoor seating and loo |
| Picnic Area: | Yes |
| Shop: | Unique Shopping experience with a selection of speciality shops |
| Information Guide: | French, German, Italian & Spanish |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes; Partial access to house & gardens |
Opening Times
Gardens:
Daily: 09.30-17.30 (House Admission free)
Gardens close at Dusk in Winter
Closed December 25-26
Ballroom & Garden Rooms:
Every Sunday 9.30 -13.30
Every Monday 9.30 -13.30 (1st May - 30th September)
Waterfall:
Nov-Dec & Jan-Feb: 10.30-16.00
Mar-Apr & Sept-Oct: 10.30-17.30
May-Aug: 09.30-19.00
Closed 2 weeks prior to Christmas
The Powerscourt Tulip Festival
Enjoy over 10,000 tulips dancing in the breeze at Powerscourt Gardens this Spring. Remember to bring your camera to capture some extraordinary pictures!
Date: 27th April to 7th May
Cost: Included in entry to Gardens
Enjoy over 10,000 tulips dancing in the breeze at Powerscourt Gardens this Spring. Remember to bring your camera to capture some extraordinary pictures!
County Wicklow’s Powerscourt Gardens has a wonderful surprise in store for spring visitors. The Tulip Festival at Powerscourt features over 10,000 tulips within the magnificent gardens, some of which are rarely seen in Ireland. Discover these unusual varieties in the ornate Italian and formal walled gardens and along the herbaceous border, with its beautiful views of the surrounding Wicklow mountains. Why not make a day of it and enjoy the stunning sight and perfume of 100’s of different types of plants, flowers and trees as you stroll through the gardens. The winding pathways feel like a secret garden at times, revealing new treasures at each twist and turn!
Combined with the exceptional food at the Avoca Terrace Café and the adjacent Waterfall, the Powerscourt experience continues to offer something new each year and provide a family friendly day out that is difficult to match elsewhere.
Conference
Powerscourt function rooms are ideal venues for receptions, conferences, buffets, champagne evenings and exclusive dinner parties. For further information please visit our website www.powerscourt.ie
