Attractions
With such attractions as the Guinness Storehouse, the Old
Jameson Distillery and St Patrick's Cathedral, lovers of all things
Irish may have problems finding time to see all the world-class
sights in this magnificent city. Enjoy a voyage of discovery from
the Arctic to the Plains of Africa via Indian Rainforest in the
city's most popular attraction, the Dublin Zoo or take a walk down
to Phoenix Park, the largest urban park in Europe, to take time out
from the buzz of the city.
Visitors to Dublin who are interested in spending a day
exploring the sights should buy a Dublin Pass, available from any
of Dublin's tourist offices, the arrivals hall at Dublin Airport
and at
www.europeancitycards.com,
which entitles visitors to free entry into 27 of Dublin's favourite
attractions. The pass allows bearers to be VIPs and skip queues, as
well as gain access to many special offers and discounts at some of
Dublin's best shops, restaurants, cafés, theatres,
entertainment venues and tours. The pass is available for a
duration of either 1, 2, 3 or 6 days for both adults and
children.
Trinity College
Founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I, Trinity College is
Ireland's oldest university and counts Jonathan Swift, Samuel
Beckett and Oscar Wilde, along with many other great thinkers and
writers, amongst it past-students. This 16th century complex is
home to many glorious buildings, beautifully...
see full detailsTemple Bar District
The hub of Dublin's nightlife is to be found in this quaint,
cobbled district, which is full of shops, traditional pubs,
theatres, cinemas and trendy clubs laid out on pedestrianised
streets. Busking fiddlers, an overwhelming choice of restaurants
and beautifully restored buildings add to...
see full detailsPhoenix Park
Just two miles (3km) west of the city centre, Phoenix Park
offers peace and quiet from the buzz of the city. It is considered
the largest urban park in Europe boasting splendid landscaped
gardens, ornamental lakes and large grasslands. It is the perfect
environment...
see full detailsDublin Castle
Dublin Castle was founded in 1204 by order of King John, who
wanted a fortress constructed for the administration of the city.
It has been added to and rebuilt many times so that all that
remains of the original structure is the Norman...
see full detailsNational Museum of Ireland
The National Museum is the place to see the treasures of ancient
Ireland - it is a policy to gather all important artefacts in this
one museum. Included in this selection is jewellery dating back to
the 8th century BC and medieval antiquities...
see full detailsGuinness Storehouse
Guinness is now brewed all over the world but St James's Gate,
in the heart of Dublin, was where Arthur Guinness set up the
business in 1759. The Guinness Storehouse celebrates Ireland's
favourite brew by taking visitors on a journey, floor by floor,
through...
see full detailsNational Library
The highlight of this historic library is the great domed
reading room, which has been home to many Irish students, including
James Joyce. The library also contains a heraldic museum, which
exhibits coats of arms and banners, but of most interest to
tourists may...
see full detailsSt. Patrick's Cathedral
Ireland's largest church, St Patrick's Cathedral is erected on
the site where St. Patrick is believed to have baptized his
converts to the Christian faith. The current building dates back to
the 12th century, although it's been restored and altered over the
years. Jonathan...
see full detailsDublin Zoo
One of Ireland's most popular attractions, the Dublin Zoo takes
visitors on a voyage of discovery from the Arctic to the Plains of
Africa via Indian Rainforest. See lions and tigers, Asian
elephants, gorillas, chimpanzees and orang-utans, rare monkeys,
rhinos, hippos, giraffes and many...
see full detailsThe Old Jameson Distillery
Located in the heart of Dublin, The Old Jameson Distillery sums
up the essence of Ireland. This museum illustrates the history of
Irish whiskey, known in Irish as
uisce beatha (the water of
life) and the expert guides will answer any questions whiskey
lovers...
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