Griffith Park is a Dublin city park running between Glasnevin and Drumcondra along the River Tolka. Its riverside walks, flower garden and playground make it a green-space stop in the city; it is about 4.6 km from Almanii B, a Dublin bed and breakfast.
- Location: Between Glasnevin and Drumcondra, Dublin.
- Along the way: Riverside walks, a flower garden and a playground.
- Access: Dublin City Council describes the park as wheelchair accessible.
- Hours: Open daily, with seasonal closing times.
Where Griffith Park Is
Griffith Park follows the River Tolka between Glasnevin and Drumcondra in Dublin. That setting gives a walk through the park a clear route to follow: the river runs alongside the green space, with paths and park features along the way.
The park’s address is 27 St Michaels Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, Co. Dublin, D09 C8W7, Ireland. Ellenfield Park is another green space in Dublin to include in a city visit.
The River Tolka and Park Walks
Dublin City Council describes Griffith Park as having riverside walks, a flower garden and a playground. The River Tolka is the natural focus for a walk through the park, with the garden and playground providing other features to look out for as you follow the paths.
A 2022 Dublin City Council community notification described the park as 7.3 hectares. It also said the site was originally a landfill before the park was developed in 1930. Griffith Park can also be one stop in a practical route for a day in Dublin.
Entrances and Getting Around
Dublin City Council describes the park as wheelchair accessible. The Council’s park information also provides coordinates of 53.3683784, -6.305314, which can help you identify the location when planning your route.
The park has an outdoor gym and a playground, alongside the flower garden and riverside walks. You can combine a walk with time in these other areas of the park.
Facilities and Access
There is a public toilet at the Tram Café on Millmount Avenue. Its hours are Monday to Sunday, 9:00–17:30; confirm current details before relying on them.
The park is open daily, with closing times that vary by season. Opening is at 10:00, with closing at 17:00 in January and December; 17:30 in February and November; 18:30 or 19:30 in March, depending on when the clocks go forward; 20:30 in April and September; 21:30 in May and August; 22:00 in June and July; and 19:30 or 18:30 in October, depending on when the clocks go back. Parks with many gates may begin closing half an hour before the stated time.
Checking Park Information Before You Go
Check the official site before you go: Dublin City Council publishes the park’s seasonal hours and contact details. You can contact the Council’s parks service on 01 222 5278 or at parks@dublincity.ie if you need to confirm current arrangements.
FAQs
What is the exact address of Griffith Park?
The address is 27 St Michaels Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, Co. Dublin, D09 C8W7, Ireland.
What was the site used for before it became a park?
A Dublin City Council community notification said the site was originally a landfill and that the park was developed in 1930.
Is there a public toilet in Griffith Park?
There is a public toilet at the Tram Café on Millmount Avenue, with hours of Monday to Sunday, 9:00–17:30. Check current details before you go.