Dublin city and the south side
Singles in and around Rathmines
Rathmines and its neighbours Ranelagh and Rathgar are lively south side districts with leafy streets, independent cafes and the Grand Canal close by. For a first date there's a stroll in Ranelagh Gardens, a walk along the canal at Portobello, or a wander through Ranelagh village. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Rathmines
Three easy places to meet someone new in Rathmines. Check opening times before you go.
Ranelagh Gardens
A small, pretty public park in the heart of Ranelagh with a pond and benches. Free to enter and good for a quiet chat.
The Grand Canal at Portobello
A tree lined towpath beside the canal with benches and cafes nearby. Easy, flat and good for a relaxed walk.
Ranelagh village
A friendly village of cafes, restaurants and bars, a short stroll from the Luas. Plenty of choice for a coffee or dinner.
Around Rathmines
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Rathmines town centre, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Portobello, Harold's Cross, Terenure and Milltown.
Getting there: The Luas Green line stops at Ranelagh, Beechwood, Cowper and Milltown, and Dublin Bus routes run along Rathmines Road and into central Dublin. The district is also an easy walk or cycle from the centre.
Go Dublin Dating covers the whole Dublin area, so you can join from Rathmines and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Rathmines
What is a good first date in Rathmines?
There are plenty of easy options: a stroll in Ranelagh Gardens, a walk along the canal at Portobello and a wander through Ranelagh village. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Rathmines?
The Luas Green line stops at Ranelagh, Beechwood, Cowper and Milltown, and Dublin Bus routes run along Rathmines Road and into central Dublin. The district is also an easy walk or cycle from the centre.
Can I join Go Dublin Dating from Rathmines?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Dublin Dating covers the whole Dublin area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Rathmines?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.