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Audio Guide National Botanic Garden of Ireland
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Curvilinear Range
The Curvilinear Range is one of the garden's finest glasshouses, distinguished by its striking curved ironwork both outside and within. Visitors can walk through and explore its interior. Built between 1843 and 1869, it forms part of a series of ornate wrought-iron structures designed by Dublin founder Richard Turner. What to see here includes the elegant Victorian engineering and the carefully curated plants housed within its glass panels. Opening hours vary seasonally, so check ahead before your visit.
Rose Garden
The Rosaleda is a striking circular rose garden situated across the River Tolka within the National Botanic Gardens. Home to an impressive collection of roses, it's one of the most fragrant and visually captivating spots in the grounds. The garden features an ornamental armillary sundial as its centrepiece. Well worth a visit to see what's in bloom, particularly during the growing season.
Arboretum
The Arboretum spans approximately 10 hectares within the gardens, organised into distinct woodland areas according to tree species. Key collections include Salix, Acer, Arbutus, Quercus and Cupressaceae, along with a notable display of dwarf conifers. What to see here ranges from established native specimens to more unusual cultivars, making it an excellent visit for anyone interested in arboricultural diversity.
Visitor Centre
The Visitor Centre at the National Botanical Garden sits alongside The Garden Tearooms café and hosts regular exhibitions on botany and horticulture. You'll find a short introductory film about the gardens available in several languages. It's a useful first stop to get your bearings before exploring the grounds, whether you're a keen plantsperson or simply keen to understand what you're looking at.
- 1.Curvilinear Range
- 2.Rose Garden
- 3.Arboretum
- 4.Visitor Centre
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