Gardens
Exotic plants, green space and natural beauty
The West Lawn and Walled Botanical Gardens are open all year round.
Please Note: The Butterfly House is closed during winter and will re-open in April
Set on 260 acres of parkland, the gardens and Butterfly House at Malahide Castle are a tranquil retreat just minutes away from Dublin city centre and airport. Discover 5,000 plant varieties, perfect picnic spots and much more during your visit.
WEST LAWN
In the shadow of Malahide Castle’s West Wing lies this enchanted woodland…
Stretching over 20 acres of lush grass and woodland, the West Lawn is home to our Fairy Trail – the most magical part of any visit to Malahide Castle and Gardens. A paradise for photographers, some of the best views of the castle are here. Nature lovers can find rare trees from all over the world. Look out for the famous Cedar of Lebanon, Tasmanian pencil pines and Chinese Ginkgo trees.
WALLED GARDEN
One of only four botanical gardens in Ireland, get lost down the Walled Garden’s winding pathways
Admire the extensive Talbot collection of flora and fauna, the Victorian Conservatory, Lady Isobel Talbot’s pond and much more. Popular all year round, there’s something new to discover and admire here every season as you meander down winding stone paths. FIND OUT MOREExperience the only Butterfly House in the Republic of Ireland
Step inside the Cambridge Glasshouse so you can see 20 different species fluttering their wings in this exotic environment. Use your visit to brush up on your knowledge and learn all about the lifecycle of these fascinating pollinators. Remember to pick up a leaflet at the Admissions Desk to help you identify the various species!