Thoroughbred Farm: Home to Racing Legends

Explore majestic racehorses and stunning gardens at this world-renowned stud farm. Discover the Irish Racehorse Experience and immerse in nature’s beauty.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Irish National Stud & Gardens - The Irish National Stud & Gardens is among the few thoroughbred breeding farms accessible to the public. Situated just 40 minutes from Dublin, it stands as one of Ireland’s genuine gems. This unique attraction boasts exceptional natural beauty and is home to some of the world’s most magnificent horses and exquisite…
What's Included
  • Guided tour of the Irish Racehorse Experience
  • Public tour access
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This is one of the few thoroughbred breeding farms worldwide that welcomes the public. It stands as a distinctive attraction, showcasing exceptional natural beauty and housing some of the world’s most magnificent horses and exquisite gardens. Since the early 1900s, the stud has been the birthplace of some of Europe’s finest racehorses.
Visitors can…

Location
Irish National Stud & Gardens
Brallistown Little
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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894karinf
Sep 28, 2025
A must see! - Even if you don't like horses or know much, this is a great experience for everyone. The history behind the stud farm and the Japanese gardens is beautiful.
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Jalofting
Sep 26, 2025
Well worth a visit - First class and can recommend. The Irish Racehorse Experience was fun, especially riding 'my horse' in the mock race. The actual tour was fascinating, don't miss The Japanese Garden.
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Vtwolf
Sep 25, 2025
Put this on your Ireland itinerary! - Our guide , the grounds,the horses,the Interactive Experience and the Japanese Garden were just super. Highly recommend people put this on their Ireland itinerary
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651elspetha
Sep 22, 2025
Lovely visit as ever - This is my third visit to the stud and first in the autumn. There was less to see equine wise as the season is over but still was able to see stallions grazing in paddocks and the ‘old faithfuls’ too. Garden are beautiful and great food in cafe. As equines are my main reason to visit my next visit will revert to spring time I think.
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Goodmanjane
Sep 20, 2025
Very well with the money. - Very worthwhile, can easily spend the best part of a day there. Excellent guide round the stud. Good explanations interspersed with humour. As well as the stud the gardens are also included in the price and are lovely to walk around. All staff very friendly. Good café with lovely food at reasonable prices. Dog friendly
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N4380nekareny
Sep 15, 2025
Unique Horse Experience - Unique experience that I would highly recommend if you are interested in horses! Beautiful grounds... Japanese garden was an extra treat. Our tour guide was pleasant and shared her knowledge w/ interest and enthusiasm. Make time for the horse racing experience - quite a good laugh!!! Easy train ride from Dublin (approx. 35 mints) and an easy 1 mile walk to the farm.
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Cruiser23598100156
Sep 11, 2025
If you love horse racing this experience is a must! - The Irish race horse experience was so much fun! From choosing name, trainer, silks- just awesome! We had such a wonderful morning thank you!
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Coastal41968024374
Sep 10, 2025
Garden and horse lovers will be delighted. - The facility is beautiful and the staff very friendly and also recount many of their personal history with horses. The interactive museum is very well constructed and anyone with a sense of humor should definitely take part in the "horse race". (This way a rain path can also be bridged) Anytime again. Also recommended for garden lovers!
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Elizabethsy6888qp
Sep 8, 2025
Stud and Japanese Gardens - Katie was our guide. She interacted well with everyone and answered a lot of questions. My friends were not Irish and were very impressed with tour stud and gardens. Something for all staff to be proud of. A lovely day was had by all. Stud and Japanese Gardeners
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Veronican582
Sep 2, 2025
Stud and Gardens - Enjoyable visit to the Stud and Gardens. We went on the guided tour of the stud, very informative we loved seeing all the horses, and the 3 foals. The Gardens were fabulous, it was a bit rainy, so we really had the place to ourselves. Ate in the restaurant, good choice of food.
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From $22
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).