Choose from 8 venues offering hand massages near The Famine Sculpture, Dublin

Korat Thai Massage is a traditional Thai massage centre located in Fade Street in the heart of, Dublin 2. Ring room 6 on the door bell, massage centre will be on the 2nd floor.

Choose from a range of specialist techniques including deep tissue, sports massage, reflexology and Thai massage.

Head therapist Taa has over 15 years' experience in the industry and personalises each appointment to ensure you leave feeling refreshed and reinvigorated.

Parking is available nearby at Fleet Street and Trinity Street car parks.

Restore your body and mind and book your next massage at this cosy treatment room in Dublin city centre.

Escape the crowds of the city and melt away during your treatment at Aukson Thai Massage.

Based in Dublin 2, you'll find a moment of tranquillity where Indian Head, Thai, hand, pregnancy, reflexology, deep tissue or sports massage techniques are practised.

Each massage is available at varying timescales, so whether you want a quick burst of bliss during your lunch break, or a lengthy session to knock out those knots everyone can be accommodated for.

With over 10 years of experience, the therapists are experts at setting a comfortable environment so that you can fall into the mood easily. They each take pride in what they do and can demonstrate all techniques to a high standard.

Conveniently located, Aukson Thai is easy to reach making it a fantastic choice for anyone wanting to relieve some niggling tension or sporting injuries.

There is no card machine available at this venue for payment.

A.M Beauty can be found on Capel Street, conveniently located in Dublin city centre. This tranquil beauty room offers treatments ranging from shellac polish and semi-permanent eyeliner to full body waxing and hydrafacials.

Nearest public transport:
Located within Obsessions Salon, the venue is just a 2-minute walk from Jervis Street Luas stop. There are several bus stops on Parnell street, at the quays and on O'Connell Street which is a short walk away. Connolly train station and Busáras are just a 20-minute walk away.

The team:
Anna has 10 years of overall experience and 5 years of experience working with semi-permanent makeup.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Welcoming, professional, relaxing.
• Specialises in: Waxing, nails, facials, semi-permanent makeup.
• Brands and products used: Shellac, EMI, Lycon.
• The extra touches: The salon has free WiFi and free refreshments available for clients.

Abelia Salon offers you all the classic beauty staples.

Located on Dorset St, the salon is stylishly decorated throughout to allow your beauty treatments to be carried out in a calm and peaceful environment.

The menu provides the essentials, from eyebrow tinting to facials and massages, to shellac nails and you will be in capable hands with the experienced and friendly therapists.

Catering to both men and women, book in your next appointment at Abelia Salon.

Welcome to Anna Nails & Beauty based in The Liberties, Dublin. They are nail and beauty specialists that provide services such as manicures, pedicures, nail extensions, nail repair and waxing treatments.

Nearest public transport:

• The venue is based on Pimlico, with local bus stops scattered nearby.

The Team:

• They have many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue: 

• Atmosphere: Fun, friendly and welcoming.                
• Specialises in: Nails. 
• The extra: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Set aside some time for a classic beauty treatment at Hellena's Beauty Clinic. Situated above Foundation Hair in the heart of Dublin, it's a welcoming spot for nails, waxing and skincare.

Aside from offering staples like express waxing, defining lash and brow tints and both OPI and Gelish polish nails, Helena's boasts some of the industry's most innovative treatments for weight loss and cellulite.

Expect to choose from skin firming radiofrequency, targeted pressotherapy and ultrasound treatments, designed to banish dreaded orange peel while restoring tone and firmness.

An all-round great pick for some pre-holiday beauty prep.

Welcome to 5th Avenue Beauty Emporium Dublin, a renowned aesthetic venue located in the charming city of Dublin. Known for providing top-notch beauty services, this venue aims to deliver an exceptional experience to its clients.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently based only a 4-minute walk distance from George’s St. Exchequer Street.

The Team:

At 5th Avenue Beauty Emporium Dublin, there is a dedicated team of beauty therapists who will take care and pamper you. They are known for their professional approach and their commitment to taking care of their clients. They ensure that each client receives a tailored experience that meets their individual beauty needs.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Luxurious, modern and calm.
• Specialises in: Manicure, pedicure, dermatology, body slimming treatments, skincare and massages.

The Private Room Nails, found in the heart of Dublin city centre on Mount Street in an iconic Georgian Building, specialises in everything to do with nails, manicures and pedicures.

There is free on-street parking on Sundays in the area and streets close by.

The nail technicians, which have over eight years of experience, use the best brands such as OPI, CND, Entity, BCI Spa and Secret Lashed so that they get the best results every single time.

The Private Room Nails is a very cosy spot that creates the feeling of having your own private nail room just for you and your needs. It's the perfect place to visit if you want to escape and relieve stress.

They pride themselves on high-quality services and a wide range of different manicure and pedicure treatments, be sure to ask the experts if you're not sure what you need.

If you're looking for a cosier and more personal kind of nail experience, then you've found the perfect place. You are sure to leave delighted with the results.