Dublin
It’s pulsing with energy during the summer. If you’re into sports, check out the schedule at Croke Park for some authentic Irish games. Love music? Be sure to look online and see what bands will be playing during your trip. For shopping hit Grafton Street and Powerscourt. There are quite a few free museums, specifically The National Gallery home of the lost Caravaggio, The National Library which has free ancestry tracing, and The National History Museum home of the bog people. If you fancy a drink, well, you wont get very far without stumbling upon a pub. And as for food recommendations, there’s too many to list. Shoot us a text and well send you a list!
Stay Flexible! Plans can take unexpected detours, and that's all part of the adventure.
What to do first?
Visiting a new city can be overwhelming! Our tried and true technique is to take a tour . It's like an instant insider's guide – you'll snag the lay of the land, a dose of history, and some primo recommendations for deeper dives into the city's charm later on.
Stride through time on a historical walking tour. Embark on a literary pub crawl and soak up Dublin's literary spirit. Dive into a Viking Splash Tour for a bit of fun. Take a hop on hop off bus to explore at your leisure. Whatever your pleasure Dublin is sure to have a tour to match.
Accommodation
Accommodation
When it comes to Dublin accommodations, the choices can be overwhelming. Let's simplify it for you – focus on the area! For the quintessential tourist experience, consider staying on the south side near St. Stephen’s Green. It's not just a location; it's a gateway to the heart of Dublin's vibrant charm!
Museums and Attractions
-
Book of Kells at the Old Library (Trinity College) –
Explore the grounds of Andy’s alma mater, Trinity College. This illustrated manuscript rests within the breathtaking Old Library, a setting that transcends time and history. You may recognize it from Star Wars II: Attack of the Clones.
Online booking in advance essential.
https://www.tcd.ie/visitors/book-of-kells/
-
Gaol is Jail in Irtish. This is the perfect place to explore Ireland’s revolutionary history and struggle
for independence.Open daily 9:30-5:30pm (last tour at 4:15pm). Admission €8.00, discounts for seniors, children, and families. Allow 1.5 hours.
Take a taxi or bus (69 or 79 from College Green).
Online booking is vital as this is very popular: kilmainhamgaolmuseum.ie. Be there 15
minutes before your tour time.
-
14 Henrietta Street (Henrietta St) –
This description is taken straight from the man, the myth, the legend-ary tour guide (and one of Andy’s besties) Mr. Sam Ford.“Dublin’s best tourist attraction by a mile. A microcosm of Dublin and Irish history. This is the story of one very special house on Dublin’s Northside and the lives that passed through over 350 years. A mix of live guiding and audiovisuals. Kids really connect with the stories here. You will laugh, you might cry… you will be very glad you visited!
Admission €10/8. Open Weds-Sun only 10am-4pm. Tours every hour on the hour. Occasional tours on the half hour. “
14henriettastreet.ie | +353 1 524 0383Booking in advance recommended
-
An overview of the history of Dublin from 1900 to the
present day with an entire section devoted to the history of U2. Entry is by guided tour only (on the hour and half hour) and lasts just 29 minutes.Open daily 9:30- 5:00pm (last tour at 4pm), Thursdays until 8:00pm. Admission €10, discounts for seniors and students. Online bookings available. +353 1 661 1000. www.littlemuseum.ie
-
Jameson Distillery Bow Street offers a variety of different immersive tours and experiences providing visitors with insights into the rich heritage and craftsmanship behind Jameson Irish Whiskey.
Book ahead to skip the lines.
This is located at Smithfield on the North side of the river, take the Tram/Luas (Red Line)Smithfield Stop.
Open Mon-Thurs 10AM-6PM, Fri-Sat 10AM-7PM, Sun 12-6
-
Hugh Lane Gallery/Dublin City Gallery (22 Parnell Sq)
Houses the foremost public contemporary art in Ireland and the Francis Bacon studio.
FREE. Open Tues-Thurs 10-6, Fri-Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5. Closed Monday.
This museum is located on the north side of the river. +353 1 222 5550.
Day Trips
Wicklow Mountains
Embark on a day trip from Dublin to Glendalough in the Wicklow Mountains on a coach tour. Discover the breathtaking beauty of ancient monastic ruins nestled in a glacial valley. Enjoy the serenity of the Upper and Lower Lakes, surrounded by lush greenery.
Howth
Hop on the Dart and reach Howth in just 30 minutes! Brace yourself for a seafood extravaganza featuring the freshest fish and chips in town. There's an epic cliff walk that'll leave you breathless (in a good way), and if you're feeling adventurous, hop on a ferry to Ireland's Eye!
