W.b. Yeats

Explorer Tom W.b. Yeats Memorial in Saint Stephen's Green is a bronze statue by Henry Moore that looks like a knife but it’s supposed to be a poet. It’s bigger than life and sitting on a granite plinth that’s trying to look serious. Tell the statue Tom says he thinks it looks more like a modern art piece than a memorial!

Explorer Tom James Clarence Mangan Memorial in County Dublin is just a bust, but it’s got some serious history attached. Willie Pearse did the marble relief, and it’s standing in St Stephen’s Green. Give the poet a nod if you pass by!

Explorer Tom Weeping willow in County Dublin is doing that sad face thing, probably because the seagulls are being rude to it. Bring someone who’ll believe anything, like a ghost story or whatever.

Explorer Tom Lord Ardilaun in County Dublin is posing for his eternal portrait in St Stephen's Green. He opened the square to everyone, which was very generous of him. Tip your hat!

Explorer Tom Park in Dublin is St Stephen's Green, which was enclosed way back in 1664. They gave out ninety-nine year leases to people by ballot. It’s one of the oldest squares, so walk around like you own the place.

Explorer Tom James Joyce in County Dublin has a bust looking sternly at passersby. He’s probably writing a novel about your haircut. Don’t make eye contact, it’s distracting.

Explorer Tom Playground at St. Stephen's Green in County Dublin is hiding in plain sight among the famous trees. The swings probably whisper gossip about the politicians who walk past. Listen closely for juicy details!

Explorer Tom Museum of Literature Ireland in County Dublin is keeping all the words safe in Newman House. It's on St. Stephen's Green, so it's right in the thick of things. Pop in and read a poem!

Explorer Tom Memorial to Human Rights Defenders in County Dublin honors those who gave their lives for courage. It stands in Iveagh Gardens, looking dignified. Pay your respects and take a respectful photo for the group!

Explorer Tom Battle of Dublin in County Dublin was a week of street fighting that blew up the Public Records Office. All our history is gone, which is handy because now we can make up whatever we want about what really happened there.

Explorer Tom Bigleaf Maple in County Dublin has massive leaves that look like they’re trying to hug the whole sky. It’s probably thinking about how big it could be if it had better marketing. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think about why trees don’t talk.

Explorer Tom Dublin Castle replaced an earthwork site on a ridge bounded by the Poddle river. It had a barbican gate and drawbridge right in the middle of town. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice, even if you’re wrong.