10 places to get some peace and quiet in Dublin city

Need some peace and quiet, away from the Christmas hustle and bustle?

IF YOU HAVE a longing to escape from the beginning of the Christmas rush, look no further.

1. The Iveagh Gardens

Not so much a secret at this stage, but a lot more peaceful than Stephen’s Green but not used half as much. The ideal spot for sipping hot chocolate and hiding from the crowds.

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2. Meeting House Square

The perfect lunch spot for anyone who works around the Dame Street area. Just avoid it when it’s a busy haven on Saturdays.

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3. Marsh’s Library, Saint Patrick’s Close

The city’s first library, dating from 1707. It contains over 25,000 books and 300 manuscripts of the late Renaissance and early Enlightenment. You’ll feel like you’re in a completely different era.

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4. St Anne’s Church, Dawson’s Street

How many times have you walked by this place on Dawson’s Street? Step inside and enjoy the calm in the beautiful surroundings.

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5. The Royal Hospital, Kilmainham

This is like Dublin’s secret garden, and just the right distance outside the city to make it feel like you’re running off.

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6. Blessington Street Basin

This little bit of tranquility in the city is like a secret garden.

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7. Pearse Square Park

Just a stones throw from Grand Canal Dock, this park has plenty of shelter for those rotten days but is a joy to walk around or sit with a book.

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8. The Dublin Writer’s Museum, Parnell Square

A celebration of all things Irish and literary. It’s a beautiful haven off busy Parnell Street.

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9. CHQ Centre, IFSC

Dublin’s quietest shopping centre.

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10. The Dublin Fruit Market

It hasn’t lost its charm throughout the years, and is a great place to get bargains on good quality veg,fruit, and flowers. You also don’t have to worry about tourists and crowds. Perfect.

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Written by Nicola Byrne and posted on DailyEdge.ie

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