Getting Here
How to find us?
Located in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The Adoption Authority of Ireland is easily accessible from Dublin city centre by public transport, by foot or by car. See below for the different transport options.
The Adoption Authority of Ireland
Shelbourne House
Ballsbridge
Dublin
D04 H6F6
Ireland
Please note, The Adoption Authority of Ireland has no public office. Attendance is by appointment only.
Parking
We encourage all visitors to plan their journey ahead of time, including where to park, and use nearby public parking facilities or public transport where possible.
- Pay and Display parking on Shelbourne Road
- RDS Anglesea, Simmonscourt Rd and Merrion Rd carparks, ranging from a 15 minute walk to a 20 minute walk to Shelbourne House
- There are also a number of car parks located in the city centre with nearby transport links to Ballsbridge
Public Transport
Bus
Dublin Bus is the easiest and most extensive travel network in Dublin. Please double-check bus timetables before you depart as each line does not run all day.
Multiple Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland, and Aircoach routes serve Ballsbridge, including the 4, 7, 7A, 18, 120, 27X, S2, and Aircoach 702.
Always check real-time times with the TFI app or Dublin Bus journey planner before you travel.
Taxi
Ballsbridge is easily accessible by taxi.
We recommend downloading the Free Now or Lynk Taxi apps.
Dublin Bikes
The closest Dublin Bikes stands are located on Barrow Street, Dublin 4, a 10 minute cycle or a 20 minute walk from The Adoption Authority of Ireland.
Dart
Ballsbridge is serviced by the Dart line. The nearest station is Lansdowne Road, a 5 minute walk from Shelbourne House.