Some of the most preferred outdoor sports and nature spots in Dublin are:

Royal Dublin Golf Club: One of the oldest golf courses in Ireland, which is popular with golfers as well as bird watchers.

National Botanic Gardens: Situated in Glasnevin and originally founded by the Royal Dublin Society in 1795, this garden has an arboretum, rock garden and a variety of plants.

Bushy Park: A popular destination with skateboarders where a concrete skateboard park has recently been made.

Dublin Bike Tours: Much needed change from the same old bus tours this tour weaves its way through the quieter parts of Dublin to show the historic monuments and normal life of Dublin.

Dublin Mountains: An excellent setting to enjoy hiking and mountain biking coupled with great natural scenes. There are many hotels near Dublin Mountains where you can find comfortable accommodation. Some of the finest hotels here are - Hilton Dublin Kilmainham, Marina House, Grand Canal, Best Western Ashling Hotel and Charleville Lodge etc.