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The Irish playground once visited by superstars that has ‘everything' near busy Dublin tourist attraction

PLAY TIME The park has received rave reviews online TAKE a look at the popular Irish playground that has "everything" and was once visited by superstars. Phoenix Park is one of the largest enclosed public parks in any capital city in Europe, and is home to many attractions for all ages. Amenities include the popular Dublin Zoo, cafes, and its many fields, making it the perfect place for having a picnic - and there is something for everyone. Visitors can hire bikes, take cycle tours and partake in orienteering. Dublin Zoo is a favourite among kids of all ages, and is a great way to keep them busy during the summer months. Also located in Phoenix Park is the perfect thing to help prolong the day while tiring out the little ones before bedtime. READ MORE IN TRAVEL GREAT PARK The Irish playground with swings, wobbly bridge and zipline just mins from beach FUN DAY The Irish playground perfect for cheap family day out minutes from popular beach To the west of the Victorian Walled Garden at the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre is the universal access playground. Opened in 2008, it has been a huge success with kids of all ages. The playground is imaginatively themed and designed in a bright and attractive way. It features a variety of play units, and is also accessible for children with disabilities. Most read in City VIKING VACAY Ireland's oldest city with longboats, swords and Vikings in new immersive tour SUN SOAKED The sun spot that's LA of Europe with film festival, designer shops & 32C heat SI YA 'It's my new favourite Spanish place' - Pretty city has €2.50 wine & huge market DEAL-BAI How we do Dubai for dirt cheap: £30 hotels, secret airports and £2 meals RECYCLED MATERIALS Health and safety is a core part of the design of the playground, and it is made of a significant amount of recycled materials in both the units and ground surface. The EVOS multi-facility play unit is the first of its kind in the country, drawing tourists and locals alike. The best playground in Ireland with castle, natural vistas and windsurfing - and it's right next to the beach And the playground was a huge hit with Beyonce and Jay-Z in 2014. The famous couple brought their daughter Blue Ivy to play on the swings and slides while in the country for Beyonce's concerts. One onlooker said at the time: "They were dressed down and you had to look twice to see who it was." The playground is suitable for kids aged between 4 and 12. All children must be accompanied by an adult, while all adults must be with a child. The playground is open from 9.30am until one hour before sunset year-round, weather permitting. STAY HYDRATED There is also a free water filling station in the courtyard of the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, allowing you and the kids to stay hydrated. The filling station was opened to avoid unnecessary single use plastic drinking bottles, encouraging people to bring a reusable bottle with them. There is another universal access playground at the People's Gardens, which is by the North Circular Road Gate entrance. This is also open from 9.30am until one hour before sunset year-round, weather permitting. The park has received rave reviews online, and it has a 4.5 star rating on Google. Taking to TripAdvisor, one person said: "Took a break from the adult sightseeing for the kids to let loose. The park was great to walk through and let them run. "The playground was well kept and plenty of seating." Another took to Google reviews to say: "Lovely playground, grandchildren love it, zip wire, lots to keep them entertained, very safe seating for parents/carers." Someone else said: "Nice park and fun playground for kids. Lots of activities in the park with a lake and a channel." Another wrote: "Lovely park, it has everything. Including pump track for bikes, skateboard area, cafe, and of course swings etc. Plenty of seats and picnic benches for mums and dads." 1 Topics Children parenting and family life motherhood Staycation tips and ideas Summer Sun Club Dublin Europe Ireland YOU MIGHT LIKE