Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

Dublin


Greyhound racing's reputation has been seriously sullied due to revelations about the mistreatment of dogs, but the sport's aficionados can eat, bet and watch in luxury from the glassed-in restaurant at this dog track. There's a free shuttle service on Saturday nights from Burgh Quay.


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