Dublin Airport 38 min
Ha'penny Bridge (41 min) Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. Guinness Storehouse (36 min) Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. National Gallery of Ireland (35 min) Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. Powerscourt Waterfall (19 min) 398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife. Wicklow Mountains National Park (39 min) Mountainous national park of 50,000 acres with lakes, forest and well-maintained walking trails. Powerscourt House & Gardens (20 min) 18th-century stately home and famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens and a waterfall. St Patrick's Cathedral (38 min) The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Trinity College Dublin (39 min) 47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. The Little Museum of Dublin (35 min) Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the the last century. Bray Head (11 min) Scenic hilltop with a cross installation, promenade & cliff walk & long-distance views of the bay. Christ Church Cathedral (38 min) Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. St Stephens green (35 min) Park, garden, and monument The Spire (42 min) This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. Dublin Castle (39 min) Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. Lough Tay (31 min) A popular view destination for hikers, this scenic, privately owned lake is surrounded by mountains. |