Royal Dublin Society
Merrion Rd, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 AK83, Ireland
The 2026 Irish Poker Open is held at the historic Royal Dublin Society (RDS) located in Ballsbridge, Dublin. The RDS is a spectacular venue within easy walking distance of hotels, restaurants and bars. The RDS has a 160,000 m2 campus providing plenty of capacity for the ever-growing Irish Poker Open festival. Last year, more than 4,300 unique players competed at the festival.
In 2026, we have more than 280 poker tables, with a playing area the size of a football pitch – plus, of course, the Craic Den!
From The Airport
By Car
By DART
Directions
From the Airport
Taxis are available at the Taxi rank outside Arrivals, expect to pay between €30 and €40 to get to the RDS. You can also opt for an Aircoach (Route 702) that brings customers directly to and from Dublin airport.
By Car
Parking is available at the RDS for €10 per day.
By DART
The DART service runs to Lansdowne Road Station and Sandymount Station, both of which are a short walk from the RDS.
