Dublin
Decadent, delightful and full of surprises, Dublin packs a punch that, delivered correctly, will leave you reeling but still wanting more. That’s big talk for a small capitaland most populous city of Ireland.The English name for the city is derived from the Irish name Dubhlinn, meaning "black pool". Dublin has it all, a charming mix of medieval, Georgian and modern architecture, a wealth of history and culture, a legendary literary tradition, wonderful shopping, dining, nightlife and of course fantastic characters!
MUST VISITS
- Dublin Castle - this prestigious city centre site is host to state-of-the-art conference and dining facilities
- Dublin Zoo is the largest zoo in Ireland and one of Dublin's most popular attractions.
- National Museum of Ireland focuses on archaeology, decorative arts & history, country life, and natural history
- The Phoenix Park is one of the largest and most magnificent city parks in Europe
- Croke Park, with a capacity of 82,300, is recognised as one of the most magnificent stadiums in the World.
- SeaSafari offers you a fun filled and action packed boat ride around Dublin Bay's rugged landscaped attractions and eye-opening sights.
- Saint Patrick's Cathedral has been at the heart of Dublin and Ireland's history and culture for over 800 years.
- Kilmainham Gaol is a former prison located in Kilmainham in Dublin, which is now a museum
- Trinity College is the sole constituent college of the University of Dublin in Ireland.
- The Spire of Dublin, officially titled the Monument of Light is a large, stainless steel, pin-like monument
- Come and explore Ireland's number one visitor attraction Guinness Storehouse, providing an unforgettable welcome and a magical journey deep into the heart of the world famous GUINNESS® brand and company
One Day or Overnight excursions
- 40mins northeast of Dublin is the Boyne valley,a World Heritage Site, the largest and one of the most important prehistoric megalithic sites in Europe.
- Experience the raw beauty of the South on one of the country's famously scenic routes, Ring of Kerry. Beginning and ending in Killarney(~3hrs 30mins)
- 3hrs west of Dublin is The Cliffs of Moher, a must-see tourist attraction. It's an undulating landscape suddenly ends in a sheer drop of more than 650 feet, straight down to the Atlantic.
- 3hrs 30mins west of Dublin is a timeless land in an endless sea, weathered monuments on awesome cliffs, great labyrinths of limestone, meandering walls, patchwork fields, quiet beaches and a welcoming island - Aran Islands in Galway bay