Instead of taking a taxi, buy yourself a single ticket to the city center for just 6 euros and enjoy the nice and modern double-decker bus !
Nails it both in terms of location, price and style (psychedelic wallpaper !), free wifi on 1st and 2nd floors, breakfast served in the nearby L'Gueuleton, only drawback : no lift !
If you are guest of the nearby Grafton Guesthouse, know that breakfast is served here from 8:00 am to 10:30 am from Monday to Sunday. Expect Viennese pastries, cereals, toasts w/ jams and Nutella.
Good cheap & cheerful grub, must say. Will def go back. Get discount vouchers from website www.gbk.ie
Buy a ticket for the Green Dublin Bus : for 16€, you can hop on and hop off for 2 days as much as you want. The tour can be joined at any of the 24 stops located near historic and cultural highlights
Builds on its 400-years-old tradition of scholarship to confirm its position as one of the great universities of the world. Liberal environment where independence of thought is highly valued.
Largest library in Ireland. Its collection of manuscripts & printed boks date back to the end of the 16th century. It contains the 4 gospels of the bible written in Latin. Adult 9€ / Students 8€
Inside the north west corner of Merrion Square, there is a statue of Oscar Wilde composed of different coloured stone, sitting on a large granite boulder.
St Stephen's Green is a largest city centre public park in Dublin. The park is adjacent to one of Dublin's main shopping streets, Grafton Street, and to a shopping centre named for it.
One of the nicest havens in the city. Never as crowded as Stephens Green, great for a city chillout
The gallery houses 14,000 works, but the most famous is Caravaggio’s 17th century Taking Of Christ. It was discovered in a Dublin Jesuit house in 1993 where it was thought to be copy.
Stephen's Green Shopping Centre is a large indoor shopping centre located at the top of Grafton Street in the Southside of Dublin City. It is named after St. Stephen's Green, a nearby park.
Usual range of high street shops but if you go down side streets there are some hidden gems. Phil Lynott statue and unusual designer shops etc.
Quite a historical site, and a few artefacts to look at. A must for any tourist interested in a little Irish history. Plus the staff is super friendly!
The bar is hidden on the first floor of the hotel. Nice for a quiet pint and a read by the fire. Free wifi too.
Located inside the Avalon House a trendy Hostel, the Bald Barista provides great coffee and hot chocolate art in an international and youthful atmosphere. Charming !
This was built in 1220 to honor the Patron Saint of Ireland, St Patricks. It stands next to a very famous wall where it is thought that St Patrick baptized people during his visit to Dublin.
Really simple cafe behind St. Patricks Cathedral. Like stepping into someone's front room. They cook and bake everything in house. Unbelievable breakfast/hangover cure!Submitted by Robert Upton
This church was founded in by the Vikings then later re-built by the Anglo Normans. It is located in the heart of the former medieval Dublin.It also contains the largest Cathedral crypt in Britain&IRL
The beef burger with garlic & chive mayo, cheese and without the tomato is really tasty. Service is a bit slow though.
Best museum in Dublin - breathtaking collection of manuscripts, rare books, miniature paintings, clay tablets, costumes and other objects of artistic, historical and aesthetic importance. En savoir plus .
The gardens are designed as an helicopter landing pad, with a pattern of interlocking brick pathways (inspired by Celtic design) that are distinctive from air. In other words : awesome !
This is perhaps one of the most unique castles, you'll ever see. In this government complex, you'd have to pay to see the magnificent state rooms, but roaming around the castle will be enough.
This is top secret - don't tell anyone. The best lattes in Dublin are at the Queen of Tarts on Dame Street. Despite being full of Americans reading Rick Steves travel guides, it's a fantastic tiny c
The City Hall, Dublin, originally the Royal Exchange, is a civic building in Dublin, Ireland. It was built between 1769 and 1779 and is a notable example of 18th-century architecture in the city.
TRAVEL TIP: You can't come to Dublin without stopping here. They even let you pour your own pint!
One of the best places for a good cappuccino in dublin! I love the familiarity of the place; it's very cosy and the staff very nice ;)
Great place for lunch, dinner or simply a pint after work. Check out the basement - there's a nightclub with free entrance there!
Originally called the Wellington Bridge, the name of the bridge changed to Liffey Bridge and remains the bridge's official name to this day - though it is still commonly known as the Ha'penny Bridge
Dating back to 1198, the Brazen Head is Ireland's oldest pub. It is well worth a visit for both its historical value and reputation as one of Dublin's best Irish music venues.
Confirming how Plain Porter is indeed better than Guinness.. And let's not forget all beers on tap are home-brewed, plus a selection of 100+ bottled beers!
It's no surprise that this place has been going for over 160 years. They've won the Irish Music pub of the year 8 years running, staffs are really & full of info. Make sure you try their oysters!
A low-key entrance leads upstairs to one of the nicest bar spaces in town; 3 huge rooms in a restored Victorian townhouse plus a sizeable heated patio area for smokers.
The brunch menu is superb and pretty good value for Dublin. Great for when it's raining on the outdoor food market.
Now a museum, this former prison where you'll learn about/see exhibitions of Ireland's political and penal history. You must book your tours in advance. No videos allowed.
This is where you should go if you wish to see some great moderns and contemporary art. Former Royal Hospital Kilmainham, this has great works by old masters such as Dürer, Goya, Rembrandt, etc.
This urban park is one of Ireland's best, and one of the biggest of its kind in Europe. Make sure to stop by the Magazine Fort, the 115-high Papal Cross, and the Ashtown Castle.
TRAVEL TIP: Skip the tour and head straight to the bar! The whiskey tasting is the best part.
This is where you'll discover the best of Irish and international literature, featuring Wilde, Beckett and other great writers. Have coffee and check out the books at the bookshop (modern annexe).
The bridge, which cost €60 mil, is named for Irish writer Samuel Beckett, was officially opened to pedestrians on 10 December 2009 by Dublin Lord Mayor, and to road traffic at 7am the following day
My favourite cinema in Dublin! I love the 'vintage' style (it's the oldest cinema in Dublin) and the prices are also good. On Mondays is just 5 euros for students!
There is nothing like being in Croke Park, especially the first and third Sundays in September (All Ireland Hurling Final the first Sunday; All Ireland Football Final the third Sunday).
