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Non GAA Discussion => General discussion => Topic started by: gerrykeegan on May 14, 2010, 11:48:31 AM

Title: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: gerrykeegan on May 14, 2010, 11:48:31 AM
€100 yoyos to see the sights of Dublin, anyone think that a bit steep!

THE GAA is to offer rooftop walking tours of Dublin's Croke Park from early next year which will offer visitors panoramic views over the capital.

A walkway will be built on the roof of the stadium and tours will be offered from next January, costing in the region of €100.

Based on the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb, the walkway will be 35 metres above ground.

It will give visitors a bird's eye view of the capital, with uninterrupted 360 degree views of Dublin Bay, the mountains, the Spire on O'Connell Street, the Obelisk in the Phoenix Park and Liberty Hall.
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: under the bar on May 14, 2010, 12:33:36 PM
100 Euros for a birdseye view of the cesspits of Ballybough & Drumcondra?  Might prove a tad disappointing for the paying tourists!
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: Orior on May 14, 2010, 12:35:16 PM
How much does it cost to do the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb?
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: SLIGONIAN on May 14, 2010, 12:50:46 PM
Was thinking the same myself under the bar, the train from Sligo to Dublin goes past Croke park about 15-20 metres high and its an ugly enough view.

Sydney harbour bridge, is way higher, and over the bay, with i say some spectacular views.
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: Hardy on May 14, 2010, 12:53:18 PM
Quote from: Orior on May 14, 2010, 12:35:16 PM
How much does it cost to do the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb?

The guts of a grand, with fares, accommodation, grub ...
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: gerrykeegan on May 14, 2010, 12:55:24 PM
Standard Rates
Rates valid from 1 July 2009 until 30 June 2010 (excluding peak period) 
Day Night Twilight Exclusive Dawn
Monday - Sunday Monday - Sunday Monday - Sunday First Saturday of each Month
Adult $198 $188 $258 $295
Child $128 $118 $188 $195

Peak Period Rates
Rates valid from 27 December 2009 until 2 January 2010 
Day Night Twilight Exclusive Dawn
Monday - Sunday Monday - Sunday Monday - Sunday 
Adult $220 $220 $270 $295
Child $140 $140 $195 $195

Sydney harbour bridge climb
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: SLIGONIAN on May 14, 2010, 12:56:55 PM
Them prices are steep enough...

I was just think there, Croke park walkway, during matches to watch a game would be some view... :D... it will be probably closed 350 days a year with the winds and rain aswell.
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: ziggysego on May 14, 2010, 01:10:38 PM
It better be wheelchair friendly, that's all I'm saying!
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: ballinaman on May 14, 2010, 01:13:34 PM
Quote from: Orior on May 14, 2010, 12:35:16 PM
How much does it cost to do the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb?
200 oz dollars....
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: The Real Laoislad on May 14, 2010, 02:00:11 PM
The best view of Dublin is the one in your rear view mirror as you drive out of the kip
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: Orior on May 14, 2010, 02:03:02 PM
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on May 14, 2010, 02:00:11 PM
The best view of Dublin is the one in your rear view mirror as you drive out of the kip

lol
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: thejuice on May 14, 2010, 02:40:17 PM
Hmmm, in comparison to that, you can get a great view of the city from the Guinness storehouse, your sheltered from the elements and a free pint of the black stuff as well. And its no-where near €100.

That said, the rest of the guiness storehouse tour would bore you to tears, except for the barrell making and the waterfall.
Title: Re: Croke Park Walkway
Post by: Celt_Man on May 14, 2010, 03:56:31 PM
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on May 14, 2010, 02:00:11 PM
The best view of Dublin is the one in your rear view mirror as you drive out of the kip

Have to disagree with ya there... I saw some beautiful views up the road in Quinn's several times...