Irish National Stud & Gardens: Entry Ticket

About this experience

Irish National Stud & Gardens is an attraction near Tully, County Kildare, open to the public since the early 1900s and one of Ireland's few thoroughbred breeding farms that admits visitors. Entry covers access to the working stud farm and its formal gardens, giving a direct look at how elite racehorses are bred, raised, and prepared for competition. The site sits within easy reach of Dublin attractions, making it a practical day trip from the capital. Tickets include admission to the Irish Racehorse Experience, which traces the history and science behind Irish thoroughbred racing. On the farm itself, visitors walk among stallion paddocks, mare yards, and foaling units, with the Living Legends section introducing retired champions such as Hurricane Fly and Beef or Salmon. The Japanese Gardens and St Fiachra's Garden are also included within the grounds. The site has full wheelchair access, and entry is valid for the date selected at booking.

Highlights

• Visit a working thoroughbred breeding farm in County Kildare
• Ticket covers the stud farm, formal gardens, and racehorse experience
• Learn how elite racehorses are bred, raised, and trained for competition
• Traces the history and science of Irish thoroughbred racing
• Located near Tully, an easy day trip from Dublin
• One of Ireland's few thoroughbred stud farms open to the public

What is included

• Admission to Irish National Stud & Gardens
• Admission to Irish Racehorse Experience

Before you go

Arrival and timing Arrive in good time before your chosen entry slot to collect or present your ticket and get your bearings at the Tully site. The grounds and stables cover a generous area, so allow yourself a full visit rather than rushing through. Getting around the venue Wear comfortable, flat footwear suitable for walking on grass and stable yard surfaces. The site is wheelchair accessible, so visitors with reduced mobility can move around the grounds. Guided tours move as a group through the stallion boxes, mare and foal yards, and the Living Legends area, so keep pace with your guide. Stay on designated paths near the horses and follow any instructions given by staff around the animals. During your visit Keep voices calm and movements steady around the horses, as sudden noise can startle them. Check with staff on the day regarding photography near the horses, as restrictions may apply in certain stable areas. Food and drink policies vary by area of the site, so look out for signage directing you to any on-site catering facilities.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.