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- The area is named after Balls Bridge, a three-arched cut stone bridge built over the River Dodder in 1791.
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Ballsbridge (Irish: Droichead na Dothra, meaning 'Dodder bridge') (from historic Ball's Bridge) is an affluent neighbourhood of the city of Dublin, the capital of Ireland. The area is largely situated north and west of a three-arch stone bridge across the River Dodder, on the south side of the city.
- Some Quick Need-To-Knows Before Visiting Ballsbridge
- About Ballsbridge
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- FAQs About Ballsbridge in Dublin
Although a visit to Ballsbridge in Dublin is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll make your visit that bit more enjoyable.
Located on the River Dodder, the first bridge was built by the Ball family in the 1500s. Naturally it became known as ‘Ball’s bridge’ which morphed into ‘Ballsbridge’ over time. Even in the 18th century it was a small village on an area of mudflats but the river powered several industries including a paper mill, linen and cotton printworks and a gu...
Although there’s a handful of things to do in Ballsbridge, there’s endless places to visit a short walk away. Below, you’ll find everything from one of our favourite walks in Dublinto heaps of other things to do near Ballsbridge.
Now, we’ve a dedicated guide to what we think are the best hotels in Ballsbridge(from luxury stays to boutique townhouses), but I’ll pop in our favourites below. Note: if you book a hotel through one of the links below we may make a tiny commission that helps us keep this site going. You won’t pay extra, but we really doappreciate it.
There are some excellent places to eat in this area, as you’ll discover in our guide to the best restaurants in Ballsbridge. I’ll pop in a few of our favourites below, like Baan Thai, the very popular Roly’s Bisto and the brilliant Ballsbridge Pizza Co.
After you’ve spent a day exploring Dublin, there’s few ways to polish off a day as fine as an evening spent in one of the old-school pubs in Ballsbridge. Our favourite in the area is Paddy Cullen’s, but there’s plenty to choose from, as you’ll discover below.
We’ve had a lot of questions over the years asking about everything from ‘Is Ballsbridge posh?’ (yes, very!) to ‘Is Ballsbridge a City?’ (no, it’s an area within the city). In the section below, we’ve popped in the most FAQs that we’ve received. If you have a question that we haven’t tackled, ask away in the comments section below.
Of all Dublin areas, Ballsbridge has the least built-up and most 'private' feel. Yet, despite the space and relative tranquility, Ballsbridge is only minutes away from the city centre. The area is named after Balls Bridge, a three-arched cut stone bridge built over the River Dodder in 1791.
Oct 5, 2024 · Is Ballsbridge a town? Ballsbridge is not a town; it is a neighborhood located in Dublin, Ireland. Known for its affluent residential areas, embassies, and proximity to the city center, Ballsbridge features a mix of elegant homes, parks, and high-end amenities.
Oct 15, 2022 · Ballsbridge is a historic, traditionally wealthy Dublin neighborhood, which takes its name from a 16th-century bridge (now replaced) over the river Dodder. It has an abundance of greenery and...
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Oct 10, 2023 · Ballsbridge, on Dublin’s south side, holds a reputation as one of the most affluent areas in all of Ireland. Of course, this affluence appeals to some people more so than others. That said, Ballsbridge also attracts sports and music fans from across the county and, indeed, the world.
Ball's Bridge is a bridge in Dublin, Ireland, situated in "Pembroke" which spans the River Dodder on the south side of the city. It is a three arch stone bridge and was built in 1791. Pembroke is an exclusive area and is known to contain very expensive property.