DUBLIN

EVERYBODY knows Dublin is a buzzing, vibrant, modern capital celebrated for its Georgian and Victorian architecture and for its culture, shops, restaurants and pubs. But it’s also a magnificent destination for lovers of the outdoors, thanks to its proximity to the Irish Sea and the Dublin Mountains. You can enjoy brunch in the city centre and a couple of hours later by kayaking around Dalkey Island or mountain biking in Ticknock Park, a place that offers splendid views of city and bay.

And you don’t have to leave the city to get fit and have a great time in the open air. There are communal yoga sessions in Bushy Park and wake-boarding opportunities on the Grand Canal Dock.

And the Phoenix Park — recently named one of the world’s greatest urban spaces — is a place to get close to nature and get away from it all, whether you’re running, cycling or merely strolling under its horse chestnut trees.

Find more Great Outdoor Escapes in Dublin go to www.visitdublin.com