Mondello Park
Park Motor racing circuit in Leinster, Ireland
Ireland’s Mondello Park near Naas is the country’s main permanent motor racing circuit, hosting national championships, track days and driver schools.
Mondello Park is a permanent motor racing circuit in County Kildare, Leinster, Ireland, and one of the country’s principal motorsport venues. It stages national and club racing, track days and driving experiences.
The facility comprises multiple circuit configurations to suit different event types and skill levels, from short club layouts to longer international layouts. The venue is used by racing clubs, driving schools and for occasional international-level events.
The circuit opened as a permanent racing venue in the late 1960s and has been modernised in phases to support contemporary motorsport and public events. It functions as a focal point for Irish motorsport activity.
Mondello Park is located near Naas in County Kildare, to the southwest of Dublin, and is accessible by road from the capital.
- Visitor activities: Offers a variety of track activities including race weekends, club events and public driving experiences throughout the year.
How to Get to Mondello Park #
Mondello Park is about 35-40 minutes southwest of Dublin city centre by car. From Dublin take the N7/M7 towards Naas and follow local signage for Mondello Park; there is parking on site. Limited public transport options exist; check event pages for shuttle services on major race days.
Tips for Visiting Mondello Park #
- Check the calendar before visiting - Mondello Park hosts track days, racing series, and private events that affect public access.
- If attending a public race, arrive early for parking and to explore paddock areas where mechanics tune cars.
- For amateur drivers interested in track time, book a supervised track day session in advance through the circuit's website.
Best Time to Visit Mondello Park #
Check the events calendar; best experienced during the main racing season (spring to autumn) when the track is most active.
Weather & Climate near Mondello Park #
Mondello Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (875 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
