In Merrion Square, this open-air tribute to Oscar Wilde pairs a reclining statue of the writer with colorful sculptural details. Look for marble pillars inscribed with his witty words, as well as figures of his pregnant wife and a torso of Dionysius. The monument sits in the park, where you can pause on a bench or continue exploring nearby sights. A QR code links to an audio guide about Wilde’s life. The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible.
The sculpture and its details
The monument brings together a reclining figure of Oscar Wilde, colorful sculpture and marble pillars bearing his witty words. Take a closer look at the other figures nearby: they include Wilde’s pregnant wife and a torso of Dionysius.
Audio guide and park setting
A QR code at the monument connects to an audio guide about Wilde’s life. The sculpture stands in Merrion Square Park, where benches offer a place to pause and other attractions are nearby. The monument’s entrance and the parking lot are wheelchair accessible.
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Where is the Oscar Wilde Monument?
It is in Merrion Square Park in Dublin.
What can you see at the monument?
The display includes a reclining statue of Oscar Wilde, figures of his pregnant wife and Dionysius, and marble pillars inscribed with Wilde’s words.
Is there an audio guide?
Yes. Scan the QR code at the monument to listen to an audio guide about Wilde’s life.
Is the monument wheelchair accessible?
The entrance and parking lot are wheelchair accessible.
