Dublin Airport 34 min
Powerscourt Waterfall (16 min) 398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife. St Stephens green (32 min) Park, garden, and monument Ha'penny Bridge (37 min) Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. The Little Museum of Dublin (31 min) Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the the last century. Guinness Storehouse (32 min) Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. Christ Church Cathedral (34 min) Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. Wicklow Mountains National Park (36 min) Mountainous national park of 50,000 acres with lakes, forest and well-maintained walking trails. The Spire (38 min) This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. Lough Tay (28 min) A popular view destination for hikers, this scenic, privately owned lake is surrounded by mountains. Powerscourt House & Gardens (18 min) 18th-century stately home and famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens and a waterfall. St Patrick's Cathedral (34 min) The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Dublin Castle (35 min) Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. Trinity College Dublin (36 min) 47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. Jameson Distillery Bow St. (33 min) Expert guides tell the story of Jameson in a recreated distillery scene with tastings and dining. National Gallery of Ireland (31 min) Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. |