The Phoenix Park is one of the largest enclosed public parks in any capital city in Europe.
It was originally formed as a royal hunting Park in the 1660s and opened to the public in 1747. A large herd of wild fallow deer still remain to this day. The Park is also home to the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, Áras an Uachtaráin, Zoological Gardens, Victorian Flower Gardens, a Biodiversity Information Centre, Phoenix Café and Tea Rooms. The Phoenix Park is only a mile and a half from O’Connell Street. Both passive and active recreational pursuits may be pursued such as walking, running, polo, cricket, hurling and many more. The Glen Pond is set in very scenic surrounds in the Furry Glen. There are many walks and cycle trails available to the public. Please note that BBQs are not permitted in the Phoenix Park.
The Phoenix Park is open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week, all year round. The main gates of the Park at Parkgate Street and Castleknock Gate are open 24 hours. The side gates to the Park are open from approximately 7.00am until approximately 10.45pm. Please refer to the information below under the heading ‘Current Road and Gate Closures’ for any changes to these opening times.
Please find map below of parking facilities available in the Phoenix Park. For more information please click on the Plan your Visit / Directions headings on the above tab bar.
An evocation in pictures and music of a summer’s day in the Phoenix Park Dublin.
‘Pieces of Land’ visits the Phoenix Park in Dublin to explore the 1,750 acres walled city park, its buildings, sporting activities, wildlife and the people who spend their leisure time enjoying its amenities.
While there is no commentary in the programme, it does contain scenes from around the park from the dog pond and the Furry Glen to the zoo and is accompanied by music composed by Jim Doherty.
This episode of ‘Pieces of Land: Summer in the Park’ was broadcast on 28 June 1976.
DRONES IN THE PHOENIX PARK
Please note the use of drones is NOT permitted in The Phoenix Park
A timetable of Upcoming Events in 2022 is available to download below.
Please check this timetable for remaining free dates before submitting your permit application. You may also use the form on this page to apply for a licence or permit for Grangegorman Military Cemetery or Arbour Hill Cemetery.
If you wish to apply for a licence to hold an event, or permit for photography and filming, please click here.
Current Road and Gate Closures
Date: Friday 25th November 2022
We wish to confirm that Cabra Gate is now back open to vehicular traffic, following essential repair works.
Thank you for your co-operation.
Cabra Gate RCO 25 11 22 signed
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Date of Event: Saturday 3rd December 2022 – Jingle Bells 5K Race
Roads to be closed to vehicular traffic:
Chesterfield Avenue (Phoenix to Mountjoy) Saturday 7.00am – 11.45am
Ordnance Survey Road Saturday 9.00am – 11.30am
Upper Glen Road Saturday 9.00am – 11.30am
Acres Road Saturday 9.00am – 11.30am
Gates to be closed:
Castleknock Gate Saturday 9.00am – 10.00am
Knockmaroon Gate will be closed from 11.00pm on Friday 2nd December until 11.30am on Saturday 3rd December
Ashtown Gate No Right Turn on Entry Saturday 9.00am – 11.30am (Except for access to Farmleigh House)
Chapelizod Gate Saturday 9.00am – 11.30am (Except for access to St. Mary’s Hospital and Cara Cheshire Home)
All roads and gates will re-open as soon as it is safe to do so.
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Date of Event: Sunday 4th December 2022
Roads to be closed to vehicular traffic:
Chesterfield Avenue Sunday 1.30pm – 3.30pm (Phoenix Roundabout to Mountjoy Roundabout)
Survey Road Sunday 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Access and egress to Farmleigh House will be maintained via Chesterfield Avenue at all times.
The Odd Lamp Road will be open for the duration of the event.
Gates to be closed to vehicular traffic:
Castleknock Gate Sunday 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Knockmaroon Gate Sunday 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Ashtown Gate – No Right Turn on Entry Sunday 1.30pm – 3.30pm
All roads and gates will re-open as soon as it is safe to do so.
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Date of Event: Sunday 1st January 2023 – Tom Brennan 5K Road Race
Roads to be closed to vehicular traffic:
Chesterfield Avenue (Phoenix to Mountjoy) Sunday 7.30am – 11.30am
Ordnance Survey Road Sunday 9.00am – 11.00am
Gates to be closed:
Castleknock Gate Sunday 9.00am – 10.30am
Ashtown Gate Left Turn Only on Entry Sunday 9.00am – 10.30am
Knockmaroon Gate will be closed from 11.00pm on Saturday 31st December until 11.30am on Sunday 1st January.
Access to St. Mary’s Hospital and Cara Cheshire Home will be maintained at all times. All roads and gates will re-open as soon as it is safe to do so
Tom Brennan 5K Road Race signed
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North Road One-Way System
From 10.00am on Monday 28th February, the North Road will commence a one-way system, in the City direction only, for the duration of a 9-month pilot study.
Upper Glen Road cul-de-sac
From 10.00am on Monday 28th February the Upper Glen Road will commence a 9-month pilot cul-de-sac
Deer in the Park
Please find Frequently Asked Questions and other information on the wild fallow deer here. Members of the public are advised not to feed or approach the deer in the Phoenix Park. Please click on image below for advice on caution around the wild deer herd.
Dogs in the Park
Dogs are not permitted in some areas of the Park, and are required to be kept on a lead in other areas. Please download this Code of Conduct for Dog Owners for more information.
Important Notice re Car Break-Ins
Members of the public are advised not to leave any valuables in their cars at any time, including in the boot of their car.
The OPW liaises directly with An Garda Síochána with regards to this matter.
Update on the Playing Pitches in the Phoenix Park
3/3/22 – the soccer pitches in the Phoenix Park are playable (weather dependant) excluding Pitches No. 2 and 5
What’s On
The Phoenix Park Blog
We love sharing all the news and views from the Park.
Read the latest posts below, and click through to the full Park Blog for all news articles and Park updates.
OPW to host Biodiversity Festival and 6th Annual Honey Show at the Phoenix Park
02 September 2022 OPW to host Biodiversity Festival and 6th Annual Honey Show at Phoenix Park Three-day family-friendly event to educate visitors on biodiversity and bee-friendly gardening The 6th Annual Office of Public Works (OPW) Biodiversity Festival & Honey...
Office of Public Works announces the launch of the Phoenix Park Parking Strategy
Office of Public Works announces the launch of the Phoenix Park Parking Strategy The Office of Public Works is developing a parking strategy for the Phoenix Park. The Park is enjoyed by over ten million visitors each year. The OPW wants your views on how to encourage...
Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Study Post-Consultation Report
To view the Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Study Post-Consultation Report, please click on the link below Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Study Post-Consultation Report