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The Shelbourne, Dublin
The Dublin classic — a polished arrival or departure base before heading to Portmarnock or The Island.
~20 min from course
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Royal Dublin Golf Club
A historic links on Bull Island, minutes from Dublin city — Christy O'Connor Snr's home club.
About this course
The second oldest golf club in Ireland, Royal Dublin sits on Bull Island in the heart of Dublin Bay. A traditional out-and-back links with a famous closing stretch known as "The Garden", and an unbeatable city-edge location.
What golfers say
Reviewers love the convenience — "a true links 15 minutes from O'Connell Street" — and the rich history. The closing par-5 18th, "The Garden", earns special mention.
AI summary of common visitor sentiment
Location
53.364, -6.150Get directions →
Weather & best time to play
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May–September offer the driest weather, longest daylight, and firmest fairways. Shoulder months can deliver bargains and an empty links to yourself.
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Best paired with
Add one of these to make a great two- or three-day trip — all within a short drive of Royal Dublin Golf Club.
Druids Glen
Wicklow · ~33 min drive
Carton House (Montgomerie)
Kildare · ~34 min drive
Druids Heath at Druids Glen
Wicklow · ~37 min drive