St Anne’s Park is a large public park between Clontarf and Raheny on Dublin’s northside.

It is one of Dublin’s biggest and most useful family parks, with space for walking, playing, meeting other families and spending time outdoors. The park has woodland walks, open green space, a playground, rose gardens, sports facilities and places to stop for food or coffee.

Why It Is Good for Families

St Anne’s Park is a good free option for families who want fresh air, movement and a low-cost day out.

Children can enjoy the playground, open space, trees, gardens and walking paths. It can also be a good place for buggy walks, meeting another parent, having a picnic, or giving children space to move and explore.

What You’ll Find There

St Anne’s Park covers around 112 hectares and includes public parkland, woodland areas, water features, playing pitches, tennis courts, a playground, café and the Red Stables area. It is also close to Dollymount Strand and North Bull Island.

Rose Garden

The Rose Garden is one of the best-known parts of St Anne’s Park.

It was opened in 1975 and includes many types of roses, including hybrid tea and floribunda roses. The annual Rose Festival usually takes place on the third weekend of July and is described as a family fun day out.

Red Stables & Saturday Market

The Red Stables area is located near the Rose Gardens and the children’s playground.

There is also a food market at the Red Stables on Saturdays, which can make the park a nice option for a longer family visit, especially if you want a walk, playground time and something to eat.

Getting There

St Anne’s Park is located between Clontarf and Raheny in Dublin 5.

It can be reached by walking, cycling, bus, DART or car depending on where you are travelling from. Public transport options include bus routes serving the Clontarf/Raheny area and DART stations nearby. For the most accurate route on the day, use the TFI Journey Planner before travelling.

Practical Details

Address
St Anne’s Park
Clontarf East / Raheny
Dublin 5

Cost
Free entry to the park

Facilities may include
Playground
Woodland walks
Rose gardens
Open green space
Sports pitches
Tennis courts
Café / Red Stables area
Saturday market
Toilets nearby depending on area and opening times

Opening hours
Opening hours change by season. Dublin City Council lists St Anne’s Park as opening from 10:00am, with closing times varying across the year. Check the Dublin City Council page before visiting.

Family Note

St Anne’s Park is a large park, so it helps to choose a specific meeting point before going, especially if meeting another family.

Keep children close near ponds, water features, roads, car parks, cycle routes and busy entrances. If you are combining the visit with Dollymount Strand or Bull Island, take extra care near water, tides and open coastal areas.

Website

https://www.dublincity.ie/parks-and-nature/dublin-city-parks/visit-park/st-annes-park

Location

St Anne’s Park, Clontarf East / Raheny, Dublin 5

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