Playground at St. Stephen’s Green

Right in the heart of the city, this fenced-in playground is genuinely one of the better spots you’ll find for kids in Dublin. It’s well-kept in a way that actually holds up on a rainy Tuesday, not just on sunny weekends when everyone’s watching. Good for a range of ages too — toddlers through about 10 will find something to keep them busy. Throw in the fact that you’re already in St. Stephen’s Green, and it’s an easy sell for a full afternoon out with a picnic on the grass before or after.