Visit Dublin – Ireland’s vibrant capital
Start your tour by exploring the city of Dublin.
Visit some of the city’s top attractions, such as Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse, and the Dublin Castle.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Irish meal and some live music at a local pub.
Glasnevin Cemetary
Ireland’s National Cemetery invites local, national and international visitors of all ages and identities to explore and connect with the special past – through the stories of those buried here. Tours of Glasnevin are regularly voted as the best Dublin Tour.
The cemetery has been beautifully restored and sympathetically designed, including state-of-the-art exhibition and education facilities, a visitor centre and interactive tours.
Phoenix Park
The Phoenix Park is on of the largest enclosed urban parks in Europe and contains a number of stately homes, including the official residence of the President of Ireland, Áras an Uachtaráin, Farmleigh House (open for tours daily) and the US Ambassador’s residence. This is where Dublin Zoo is located.
Howth
The trail leads walkers along the charming harbour before climbing away from the village around the Nose of Howth and onto the breathtaking clifftops.The terrain may be rough in parts so walking boots are recommended. The aggregate ascent over this loop is 130m. Along the way, you’ll enjoy stunning views of Lambay Island, Ireland’s Eye and embrace the great expanses of Dublin Bay too.
Museum of Literature
A museum of literature for the world’s greatest storytellers –MoLI combines cutting-edge digital interactive exhibitions on Irish writing with priceless literary artefacts from the Irish State collections, located in the heart of Dublin city.
Trinity College and the Book of Kells
Discover Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure – step inside the Treasury to see the precious 9th century manuscript, marvel at the Long Room, one of the world’s most beautiful libraries and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the campus in the heart of this bustling city.
Teeling Distillery Tours
Located in the Liberties, the Teeling family opened Dublin’s 1st new operational distillery in 125 years. Unlock this spirit with a self-guided tour, whiskey tasting, cocktail and food pairing experiences.
Dublinia
Travel back to the city in Viking times. Discover what life was like on board a Viking warship, see the weaponry and learn the skills of being a Viking warrior. See Dublin from a new perspective and come away knowing more about its citizens through the ages!
Irish Museum of Modern Art
Enjoy ground-breaking exhibitions in the 17th-century Royal Hospital Kilmainham as well as performances, workshops, music & events as part of IMMA’s Outdoors programme, incl. garden tour, art-workshops for families, yoga classes.
National Botanic Gardens
The National Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden located on 19.5 hectares situated between Glasnevin Cemetery and the River Tolka on the Northside of the City Centre.
The gardens were founded in 1795 and currently the Botanic Gardens house approximately 20,000 living plants and many millions of dried plant specimens.
Guiness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, Ireland is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country. It is a seven-story building that was once the fermentation plant of the Guinness brewery, which has been transformed into a museum that showcases the history and brewing process of Ireland’s most famous beer, Guinness. The museum includes interactive exhibits, historical displays, and tastings, as well as a rooftop bar with stunning views of Dublin city. The Guinness Storehouse is a must-visit for beer enthusiasts and those interested in learning more about the rich history and culture of Ireland.
Kilmainham Gaol
For over 100 years Kilmainham Gaol held thousands of men, women and children for crimes that ranged from minor offences to being involved in some of the most momentous events in Irish history
A visit to Kilmainham Gaol will take you on a journey through Irish history. You will discover the stories of people held here as ordinary criminals alongside those who fought for Irish independence. From the 1798 rebellion, to the 1916 Easter Rising, the Anglo-Irish War (1919-21), to the devastation of the Irish Civil War (1922-23) all these important events have a chapter in the story of Kilmainham Gaol.
GPO Museum
The award winning GPO Museum is a must see experience for anyone visiting Dublin City. Step inside the iconic General Post Office and immerse yourself in the events that transformed a nation.
The GPO is renowned for being the headquarters of the 1916 Easter Rising, an event that ignited a series of actions leading to the creation of the Irish Republic. The GPO Museum narrates the pivotal moments that shaped modern Irish history including the 1916 Easter Rising, the Irish War of Independence, the Anglo Irish Treaty, the Irish Civil War and the Troubles. It also covers the peace process in Northern Ireland, culminating in the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in 1998.