Garden Visit
Garden Visit
Come and explore Árdán Garden in Howth, open every Friday and Saturday during the summer. You will be enthralled by this unique botanical and sculpture garden which is one of the top gardens to visit near Dublin. It offers a perfect day out for families, friends, and garden enthusiasts.
Wander at your own pace through beautifully designed flower borders, glasshouses, and contemporary planting schemes. Enjoy the artistic layout, sculptures by Irish artist Conall, and views of Howth Hill.
Relax on benches surrounded by seasonal blooms, admire the extensive plant collection and garden art, and take time to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Children love exploring the hidden paths, spotting tadpoles, or even discovering a newt. Though there are steps, all areas are accessible via a gently sloping grass path.
Your garden visit is available between 11am and 4pm on open days, and we recommend allowing about an hour.
For a more in-depth experience, add a guided tour given by Nuala or Conall.
Visit Highlights
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Entry to the Garden.
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Available each Friday and Saturday between June and September, 11am to 4pm.
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Explore the garden. Surround yourself in beauty, art and nature. Relax and enjoy.
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Our Plant Table usually has some plants on sale.
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We will be here to welcome you.
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Among the top things to do in Howth and a favoured outdoor activity day trip from Dublin.
Frequently Asked Questions
The garden is open each Friday and Saturday during the summer months, June-August. There will be more limited days in September.
Group Tours and Exclusive Private Visits can be arranged at other times by appointment.
The garden is closed from October through to the end of May each year.
No, your ticket allows you to visit at any time on that day. Open times are 11am to 4pm. Afternoons tend to be quieter.
Most visitors spend up to an hour exploring the garden. There is no rush.
Guided tours last about 45 minutes and then visitors are free to stay and enjoy further time in the garden.
Ardán Garden is our private home. We welcome visitors who are interested in gardening, plants and sculpture to visit and explore our garden.
Of course, they will love exploring the garden. Kids under 12 enter free. They must be accompanied by an adult.
See directions, public transport info and a map in the Getting There section.
€10
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Relax and enjoy.
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Entry to the Garden
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Available each Friday and Saturday between June and September, 11am to 4pm.
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Explore the garden. Surround yourself in beauty, art and nature.
Ardán Garden Updates
What Our Guests Had To Say
Discover Other Exciting Experiences
Group Tour
- For tour groups, garden clubs and culture vultures.
- We show you round the garden, telling you its stories and revealing its highlights.
- Garden tours are tailored to your group’s interests – plants, design, art, nature, or a combination of all of these.
- All tours are given by either Nuala or Conall.
- Typically a group visit with a tour lasts about 80 minutes in the garden.
Exclusive Private Visit
- Enjoy exclusive use of the garden at a time that suits you, for you and your family or friends when nobody else is present.
- Includes a personalised tour given by Nuala and Conall and some quality light refreshments.
- For small groups up to 8 people, with private use of our Howth garden for two hours.
- This is a luxury experience with limited availability.
- Please contact us to arrange your exclusive private garden visit.
Friends Day Out
- Enjoy the luxury of time with your best friends in the beautiful surroundings of Ardán Garden. Just hang out, catch up, and enjoy gourmet light refreshments with exclusive use of the garden.
- If you would also like to learn more about gardening, Nuala and Conall can offer a demonstration or even a hands-on garden masterclass as a way for you to have fun with your dear friends.
Other Experiences And Talks
- Are you a photo-club, plein-air artist, or getting engaged. You know how you want to enjoy our garden. Let us know and we will try to meet your special interest.
- Conall gives talks on a range of garden topics. He can be booked to give an in-person talk, or online.
