Dublin Airport 28 min
Trinity College Dublin (23 min) 47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. National Botanic Gardens (29 min) Large area with naturalistic sections, formal gardens, an arboretum and a Victorian palm house. Phoenix Park (25 min) Deer roam forested areas filled with mature trees within this area known as 'Dublin's playground'. Dublin Zoo (26 min) The largest zoo in Ireland has African Plain, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests exhibits. Guinness Storehouse (22 min) Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. Kilmainham Gaol (23 min) Prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated, tortured and executed. St Stephens green (18 min) Park, garden, and monument St Patrick's Cathedral (20 min) The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Jameson Distillery Bow St. (24 min) Expert guides tell the story of Jameson in a recreated distillery scene with tastings and dining. Ha'penny Bridge (24 min) Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. National Gallery of Ireland (18 min) Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. Dublin Castle (21 min) Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. The Spire (25 min) This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. Powerscourt House & Gardens (25 min) 18th-century stately home and famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens and a waterfall. Christ Church Cathedral (21 min) Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. |