DUBLIN
One hour from the UK
A popular destination that sits at the mouth of the River Liffey on the East coast & the capital of Ireland.
Dublin is a lively vibrant city with something to attract all tastes, whether it’s the history, architecture, the written word, restaurants, bars, the shopping or simply the Irish craic that draws you there is something for everyone!
Weekends are extremely busy not least due to the Stag & Hen parties that descend on the city on a Friday so unless you are a party animal it’s best to avoid the weekends!
There is no shortage of things to do and see in Dublin:
Dublin Castle – Dame Street
Built in the 13th century the castle was the HQ of British administration in Ireland, but the Irish government took it over following independence, it is now a major centre and popular visitor attraction.
Opening Times:
Monday – Sunday including Bank Holidays: 09.45 – 17.45
Admission:
Adults – €8
Concession – €6
Tickets can be purchased online
Trinity College – College Green
Sits in a 47-acre site in Dublin.
It is the home of the Book of Kells, a visit to the amazing library is a must!
Tickets can be purchased online at €33 – two hours should be allowed for the visit
Guinness Storehouse – St James Gate
A fascinating insight into how the iconic ‘black stuff’ is made with a tour around the brewery that has been making the brew for generations. In the Gravity Bar at the top of the Storehouse you can taste a glass off Guiness whilst you enjoy amazing views across the city!
Tickets start at €20 and can be purchased online
Famine memorial – Custom House Quay on the North Dock
The bronze life size figures are a stark and moving reminder of the devastation that the Irish Famine of the mid-19th century caused when more than one million people were lost to starvation.
Ha’penny Bridge – Batchelors Walk
Built in 1816 this was the first iron bridge in Ireland, it is a pedestrian bridge that crosses the River Liffey and is considered to be the most decorative bridge in the city.
Temple Bar – A lively area in the centre of the city with cobbled streets, funky shops and Irish pubs with live music from local artists!
Temple Bar Pub
Oscar Wilde Sculpture – Merrion Square Park
The sculpture was commissioned by Guiness in 1997
Resplendent in a smoking jacket carved from the precious stone, jade and trousers from a blue pearl granite the playwright lounges on a boulder of white quartz opposite No 1 Merrion Square, his childhood home.
Hop on Hop off bus tours
These are a great way to see all the highlights in Dublin, there is a choice of tours: The Do Dublin or Big Bus or City Sightseeing Tour. They can be great fun with the drivers often giving an informative & entertaining commentary. The driver on our bus had us all singing as we toured the city!
Shopping
Whilst Grafton Street and Henry Street, both pedestrianised are the main shopping streets there are many side streets which offer an interesting & niche shopping experience.
With so much to see, do and experience, great food, friendly locals always ready to chat, toe tapping music in every bar with a bit of shopping thrown in Dublin is perfect for a weekend city break!
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