Escape Dublin for a private full-day tour through County Wicklow’s most celebrated gardens. Visit an estate with terraces and views of Sugarloaf, a riverside Robinsonian garden with Avoca cafe, and a historic botanic collection while sampling local flavors.
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Early fog lifts off a riverbend as the van slips out of Dublin and into County Wicklow’s green sweep. The air smells faintly of wet earth and cut grass; terraces, walled gardens and a Japanese pond appear between hedgerows and the distant silhouette of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, gentle walks and standing during guided sections
Wildlife
History
Many Wicklow gardens were reshaped in the 18th and 19th centuries by estate owners and plant collectors, and reflect Victorian-era introductions and garden styles.
Conservation
Local gardens rely on careful plant management and community support; stay on paths, avoid picking specimens, and consider supporting onsite cafes or nurseries to fund upkeep.
Reserve your spot on the Wicklow Garden Tour: Ireland’s Most Stunning Gardens & Flavours today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Expect variable weather
Bring a waterproof shell and quick-dry layers — showers can arrive with little warning even on warm days.
Comfortable footwear matters
Choose closed, supportive walking shoes; many garden paths are gravel or compacted earth with occasional steps.
Carry small local cash
Some cafes and stalls near gardens prefer cards but small purchases or market stalls may be cash-only.
Aim for weekday mornings
Visiting early or midweek reduces crowds and improves photo angles at popular terraces and ponds.
Waterproof rain jacket
Keeps you dry and comfortable during sudden showers common in Wicklow.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on gravel paths, lawns and occasional steps in garden terrain.
Layered clothing (fleece/base layer)
Layers adapt to cool mornings and milder afternoons; wind can be brisk near ridgelines.
Camera or phone with extra battery
Gardens provide many photo opportunities — bring charging or spare battery for a full day.