The Emerald Isle has always been a popular choice among tourists the world over, and the country’s capital, Dublin, is no exception. This can be of little wonder when you consider just how much the city has to offer. It’s a vibrant and bustling city, where there’s so much to see and do.
When deciding on accommodation, it’s prudent to opt for somewhere that’s in a good central location, such as the hotels advertised on Venere.com. The less time you have to spend travelling to see attractions, and then the more time you have to explore and have fun! To save you even more time, we’ve selected a few of our top attractions, to allow you to get the most out your holiday.
Guinness Brewery
No visit to Ireland would be complete without a trip to the Guinness Brewery. You’ll learn all about the ever-popular Stout’s history, how it’s brewed, and you’ll even get to sample a taste of the finished product!
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is one of Ireland’s most famous attractions. Named after the Patron Saint of Ireland, the cathedral’s roots can be traced as far back as the thirteenth century. However, there is evidence to suggest that the cathedral dates even further back than that. In 1901, builders unearthed six huge stones, thought to date back to Celtic times. These stones provided scientific proof that the cathedral had been in use for at least a thousand years.
An Authentic Irish Bar
The atmosphere that can be found in an Irish bar is unlike any other. The Irish are a people who know how to have a good time, and you’ll find that the majority of places welcome you with open arms. If you want to have a truly authentic Irish experience, find a pub that’s playing live music. This shouldn’t be too hard because the city of Dublin is full of them! A few swigs of Guinness and you’ll be dancing to an Irish jig in no time!
The National Gallery of Ireland
If you’d like to take in a little Irish culture and you happen to be of the artistic persuasion, then this is the place for you. The gallery is home to over 15, 000 pieces of artwork, dating from as far back as the thirteenth century, right up to the twentieth. Of particular interest is a collection of works by the artist, Jack B. Yeats, as well as a fascinating National Portrait Collection.
Saint Stephen’s Green
If you’re looking for a little relaxation and you want to get away from the crowds, this beautiful Victorian park is well worth a visit. Points of interest include a Boer War commemorative statue, a Yeats memorial garden, and a bust of Irish poet and author, James Joyce.
Of course, we’ve barely scratched the surface of how much there is to do in Dublin. So, if you’re planning to take a holiday there, you better make sure you get a return ticket. Because once you’re there, we can guarantee that you won’t want to come back!
This is a post by Amie Scott.
10 Comments
Allie Mackin
July 29, 2014 at 8:46 AMOh I so want to visit Ireland and so hope to get there one of these days. Thanks for the round up of places to visit.
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Ashley
July 29, 2014 at 9:42 AMDublin sounds lovely! 🙂 Happy Tuesday, babe!
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Red Tag Chic Los Angeles
July 29, 2014 at 9:59 AMIreland is actually on top of our list of our must-travel destinations as my kids really want to go back to their roots….so thanks for this advance heads up Rachel!!!
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Rachel
July 29, 2014 at 11:01 AMI haven’t actually been to Ireland before! My boyfriend and I are thinking about going on a trip there some point next year so I will definitely remember refer back to this post. Great to hear about your recommendations
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Lyndsay
July 29, 2014 at 11:01 AMI’d really love to visit Dublin one day!
prosecco in the park
amy
July 29, 2014 at 11:11 AMI would love to go here one day
Sheila
July 29, 2014 at 1:27 PMHow lovely to go there one day!! I’ve heard great things traveling to Ireland. 🙂
xo – Sheila
Ash
July 29, 2014 at 1:33 PMMy Husband’s family is Irish, and it’s on the agenda to go there eventually.
Natalye
July 29, 2014 at 6:15 PMI definitely want to visit Dublin!
Jessica
July 29, 2014 at 7:04 PMThis looks stunning. I wish I were here right now!