Mountjoy Square Park

Explorer Tom Park in Dublin was the site of a love story that went wrong because someone dropped their ice cream. Tragic stuff. End this with a twirl, because if you don't, the geese will judge you.

Explorer Tom Post box in Mountjoy Square West is a cast-iron beauty from around 1890, sporting Queen Victoria’s monogram and a round shape that just screams heritage. It’s still working hard for the mail system. Say hello to it!

Explorer Tom Ozanam House in County Dublin is basically the VIP section of Mountjoy Square West. William Pemberton finished it first back in 1792 because he was clearly impatient to show off his bricklaying skills. The balconettes are extra fancy, so don’t trip on them while you’re gawking.

Explorer Tom Kincora House on Belvedere Place is part of a grand terrace near Mountjoy Square. It’s got balconettes that look like they want to fly away. Check if the sash windows are still sliding smoothly or stuck shut!

Explorer Tom Lyndon House on Gardiner Place is now a guesthouse with a two-storey mews building added in 2000. The original c.1825 structure has lost windows but kept its classical doorcase. Take a pic of the steps; they’re still standing firm!

Explorer Tom The James Joyce Centre suspects the postman of stealing letters to read them as private entertainment, which explains why deliveries are always late around here. They think the man is a secret literary critic who just can’t help himself when he sees good poetry in an envelope. Look for the ghost, then pretend you didn't.

Explorer Tom There was a massive feud between two families over who got the best view from Sir Samuel Ferguson’s spot, and it ended with someone throwing a pie. It’s a tale as old as time. Go on a wet day, it suits the mood.

Explorer Tom Chinese Toon in County Dublin would rate its visitors two stars out of five for lack of appreciation. It smells amazing but acts like you owe it rent for breathing the air around it. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.

Explorer Tom Burning of the Custom House in County Dublin was a bargain gone wrong with fire involved. It looks dramatic from a distance, which is good for photos. Stand back, squint, and it looks like a castle.

Explorer Tom Hungry Tree in County Dublin is a London plane at King’s Inns that appears to be actively consuming a bench. It hears every whispered secret through its roots and judges you for not bringing snacks. Bring a pen pal, they'll be jealous.

Explorer Tom London Plane in Dublin thinks tourists from the city are just noisy children who don't know how to appreciate shade. Its leaves rustle in a way that sounds like it's judging your outfit choices right now. Find the wonkiest bit of bark and send it straight to your group chat.

Explorer Tom Cathedral. Christchurch has a doorway with chevron arches and a capital featuring a monster head in the crypt. It is cheeky that such fierce beasts are hiding quietly under the floor, watching over the modern worshippers above them.