James Turrell’s Sky Garden at Liss Ard Estate

We was here only for the garden. On of the nicest naturally gardens weve ever been. The entrance is about the receiption of the hotel. Not the gate marked in Google Maps. You have to pay 15 Euro each person, and you will get a short description about the garden inclusive map. Further you got the Key for the very special part, the "sky garden". Ive never heard such a quiet place. We can really recommend it.

I lived in Ireland for many years and had never visited this magical place until yesterday. My friend and I were quite fortunate to have a private tour by a horticulturist and historian. Knowing the history behind the estate and how/when the sky garden was built certainly makes it more of an architectural feat and wonder. There are only two sky gardens in the world so if you’re fortunate to live in Ireland, I highly recommend you visit this magical place.

Cannot recommend it highly enough. Not only the sky garden but the entire park is well worth visiting. One of the nicest park I have been to and completely unexpected. Beautifully designed in a wild style with streams, ponds and a lake, incorporating existing rocks and ground features

Breathtakingly impressive! The sky garden is so fantastic! The grounds of this hotel are absolutely enchanting and give you a wonderful sense of peace. Can't wait to book a stay the next time!!!

If using sat nav it may direct you up a farm lane so look out for the sign to the gardens. It was so quiet on the weekday in November that we were the only visitors. We enquired at reception and were provided with plenty of information about the gardens and access to wander freely but it did cost 12euro each. The actual sky garden is highly unusual and you may find it a little on the cold side lying on the stone slab in November but it was an experience I would not have missed. The walk along the lake is really stunning and highly recommended. The main building is a hotel and spa with luxury facilities hence the payment but I would say it’s good value and well worth visiting

I visited the Sky Garden at Lissard Estate with my daughter and granddaughter, last week. We received an enthusiastic welcome from the hosts who seemed delighted to share their beautiful house and grounds with us for the afternoon. James Turrells sky garden, as always, was a beautiful experience, where you enter through an underground passage a massive oval grassy earthen space and you can relax upon a stone slab in the centre, lie back and see nothing but the sky with it’s moving clouds framed all round by the intense green grassy mound and even the entrance to the tunnel disappears from sight. A magical peace descends and for a while you feel transported to another age. Back at the magnificent house we were treated to a refreshing cup of tea before we left. Thanks for giving us such a nice day.

This work of art is something to behold. Such a unique concept. When you're in the sky garden, there's no signal so you get a very peaceful experience

Walking, meanandering along ponds and lakes on moss under mixed mature trees, with water music. Discovering incorporated leisure spaces.