Plan Your Visit
The PTSB Ideal Home Show takes place in the RDS Simmonscourt, Ballsbrige Dublin 4 on

Visitors are recommended to use public transport where possible. Limited parking available at the RDS €10 per car.
Sandymount DART station and the N11 QBC are only a few minutes’ walk from the RDS.
Venue & Travel
RDS, Simmonscourt Pavilions, Dublin 4, D04 E6N6.
The RDS is situated in the Heart of Dublin in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
The PTSB Ideal Home Show is in the Simmonscourt Pavilion off Simmonscourt Road.
By Bus
The RDS is serviced by Bus Route 4, 7, 8, 27X, E1, E2, X1, X2.
By Dart
Visitors are advised to take the DART for easy access to the RDS. The Sandymount DART station is only a few minutes walk from the RDS Simmonscourt. View www.irishrail.ie for further details. Please use the DART to avoid traffic delays and parking issues.
By Car from City Centre
Outside Trinity College, take Nassau Street (N11) for about 150 metres then turn right following the signposts for the R118.
Follow the R118 (also locally known as Mount Street which becomes Merrion Road) for approximately 2km. Pass the RDS Main Hall on the right hand side and take the next turn right onto Simmonscourt Road. Entrance to Simmonscourt Pavilion is on the left.
Admission prices at the door
A variety of ticket options are available, including Online and At-the-Door Tickets – there’s something for everyone.
€20.00 Adults
€10.00 OAP
Free Children Under 12
Top Tips for your visit to the PTSB Ideal Home Show
- Take your place for panel talks in the DFS Interiors Theatre hosted by Jo Linehan.
- Visit the Prestige by Fleetwood Interior Design Hub at the PTSB Ideal Home Show this April and immerse yourself in the world of Fleetwood Paints. The Interior Design Hub is your destination for expert colour advice and interior inspiration.
- Grab your seat for cooking demonstrations by Chefs Neven Maguire and Donal Skehan in the Dunnes Stores Chefs Live Theatre.
- The Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan Home Advice Theatre is the right place for SEAI Grants, Build advice & Home Energy saving solutions.
- Review What’s On and decide what to see and do.
- On arrival into the Show, book in early for your Free 15-minute one-on-one advice consultation at the PhoneWatch Ask an Expert Hub to avoid disappointment.
- Learn about energy saving solutions, home energy upgrade grants and the latest technology to save money at the Electric Ireland Superhomes Home Energy Upgrade Pavilion.
- Meet the PTSB team at stand N50 & learn how to start your home journey, buying your new home, extending, moving or renovating.
- Find the suppliers and expert advice in Build, Extend & Modular Homes and the answer to the top hot questions: Should I build? Should I extend? Should I wait, or press go?
- For ideas and inspiration on all the little things that can make a house a home and extend your living space outside into your garden, don’t miss the Lifestyle & Outdoor Living section at the PTSB Ideal Home Show.
- Drop into the Home Interiors Fair. It is the perfect place to discount how to bring the latest trends into your home and find out what works for you. Packed with the latest décor and interior design ideas, furnishings and accessories.
- Step into the spectacular Smarter Home, Stand L75, to see how an array of exciting new technologies can transform the way you live today from home automation, lighting control, security systems, home cinema, hi-fi and multi-room audio systems, all set in a beautifully curated Home of The Future.
- Catch live talks at the DFS Interiors Theatre for the latest decor trends or head to the Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan Home Advice Theatre for essential tips on energy efficiency and retrofitting. Enjoy live cooking demonstrations from celebrated chefs Neven Maguire and Donal Skehan as they share their clever kitchen tips and family-friendly recipes at the Dunnes Stores Chef’s Live Theatre.
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