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    Irish National Stud and Gardens

    Experience Ireland’s world-class horse breeding centre in the heart of the “Thoroughbred County”
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    County Kildare
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    50 mins from Dublin Airport
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    An idyllic day trip awaits amid the lush green landscape of Tully, County Kildare. Giddy up, we’re off to the Irish National Stud!


    There’s so much to enjoy at this hub of equestrian excellence. See where champion racehorses are forged at the Stud, which is home to adorable foals and magnificent stallions. Learn about Ireland’s rich history of horse racing at the interactive Irish Racehorse Experience. Then join a guided tour to hear tales of legendary horses, infamous races and much more.

    But that’s not all. No visit here is complete without exploring the famous Japanese Gardens, which are regarded as the finest of their kind in Europe! Taking a snap beneath a cherry blossom tree in late spring or early summer is a must. St Fiachra’s Garden will lull you into a state of relaxation. Created by an award-winning landscape architect, it makes for a stunning natural counterpoint to the more designed aspects of the Japanese Gardens.

    Round off your trip with a bite to eat in the restaurant, where local ingredients are whipped up into tasty dishes such as goat’s cheese tart and beef hot pot.

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    Irish National Stud and Gardens, County Kildare

    Need to know

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    The Irish National Stud is open daily from 9am to 5pm. Last entry is 4pm.

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    General admission tickets and tickets for the Irish Racehorse Experience can be booked here.

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    For more information on the Stud, please call +353 (0) 45 521 617 or email reservations@irishnationalstud.ie.

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