Things to do in Dublin City

Dublin city and county has so much to offer our visitors - all you need is the time to explore and enjoy the exciting night life and friendly atmosphere of one of the most vibrant cities in Europe.
You can take advantage of the many and varied pubs and restaurants, or shop till you drop. Take Dublin's award winning Viking Splash Tours or view birds / wildlife, local history, culture and heritage around the Dublin Bay with Dublin's Sea Safari.

Croke Park

Home to the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), Croke Park has been at the heart of Irish sporting life for over a hundred years.Steeped in history, this landmark arena is the largest stadium venue in Ireland. Following its recent redevelopment, Croke Park has capacity for 82,300 people and in 2006 over 2 million people visited the stadium. Along with our national Gaelic games you can now view Soccer and Rugby matches here.

Guinness Storehouse

In the heart of the Guinness factory complex this excellent visitor centre tells the dramatic story of the 250 year history of Guinness. A complimentary drink in the highest bar in Ireland, the Gravity bar is part of your visit here
http://www.guinness-storehouse.com

Kilmainham Jail

One of the largest unoccupied gaols in Europe, covering some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland's emergence as a modern nation from 1780s to the 1920s
http://www.dublintourist.com/details/kilmainham_gaol

The Bram Stoker Dracula Experience

Bram Stoker author of the 'Dracula' novel is another of Ireland's famous writers. The Bram Stoker Dracula Experience is based in the West Wood Club, Clontarf Rd, Dublin 3. Visitors can learn about the author's life and his literary achievements. As well as getting the scare of a life time. The Bram Stoker Dracula Museum offers visitor tours on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon to 10 pm.

Trinity College and Old Library

Fellows Square, Trinity College, The University of Dublin, Dublin 2
Telephone - +353 1608 2308
Trinity College is a venerable university founded in 1592 and is one of the most famous universities in the world. It is right in the centre of the bustle of Dublin and is an oasis with cobbled walkways, a wonderful main square with cricket pitches and tree lined avenues. It is also home to the Book of Kells but a walk around this wonderful university is well worthwhile to get a feeling of going back in time, and indeed reliving scenes of “Educating Rita” one of the many films shot in Trinity.

Dublin Castle

Dame Street, Dublin 8
Telephone - +353 1677 7129
Opening hours - Monday to Friday 10 am to 4:45 pm, Saturday and Sunday 2 pm to 4:45pm;
Dublin Castle was first built in the 1200’s but of the original there is only one part remaining - Norman Tower - now over 800 years old. Over the years parts of the castle were demolished and rebuilt and by the early 17th Century, the Castle was the site of the Law Courts, the Parliament. Later it was the residence of the English Viceroy and had a Chamber for the Council. The State Apartments were rebuilt 18th century and recently restored to their former splendour, are still used for State occasions. You can go into the Castle and take a guided tour starting every 20 minutes. The cost is about €5-6.

Temple Bar

Temple Bar Area
Telephone - Temple Bar Culture Line at +353 0671 5717.
Temple Bar up to recently was a derelict area in the centre of Dublin - now it is the centre of nightlife in Dublin. Incorporated in the rejuvenation are several new cultural centres - film photography culture, etc. The renovated squares, alleys and streets are alive with people and the place is full of cafes, restaurants, coffee houses and pubs. There are many events in and around Temple Bar especially during the summer months and most pubs have live music sessions.

Phoenix Park

North Bank of the Liffey, Dublin 8
Telephone - +353 1677 0095
Two miles west of Dublin’s O’Connell Street, The Phoenix Park offers peace and quiet away from the city. It’s the largest city park in Europe with has acres of woodland, grassland as well as lakes, and low hills. Parts of it are used for sports - cricket, polo, and football. It is also home to the wonderful Dublin Zoo.



Music plays a very important part in Irish life, and whether you enjoy traditional music, Jazz, opera or modern, you will find it in Dublin city and suburbs.

Visit the museums to experience our historic and cultural past, the art galleries with the old and modern.

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