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6 Days in Dublin: A Journey Through History and Culture

Héctor Fabio Rios

Héctor Fabio Rios

23 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Dublin, Ireland, as you explore ancient marvels, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this vibrant city.

Day 1EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Malahide Castle & Gardens, Avoca - Malahide Castle
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$118

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$ 5

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
25 - 30 min

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Malahide Castle & Gardens
Medieval fortress set in 260 acres of parkland features antiques, paintings & a fairy trail.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$38
4 - 5 min

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Avoca - Malahide Castle
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$30
Day 2Artistic Delights and Historical Wonders - National Gallery of Ireland, St Patrick's Cathedral, Rosie's Cafe, Dublinia
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$84

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$ 5

National Gallery of Ireland
Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 21st-century, covering all major schools.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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St Patrick's Cathedral
The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with regular musical recitals.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$25
7 - 10 min

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Rosie's Cafe
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$34
3 - 4 min

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Dublinia
Sights and smells bring hundreds of years' worth of history to life at this child-friendly museum.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$25
Day 3Unveiling the Past - National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, Christ Church Cathedral, Queen of Tarts
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$76

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$ 5

National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology
Local archaeological finds from the Bronze Age, Vikings and medieval times with some Egyptian items.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Christ Church Cathedral
Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$20
3 - 4 min

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Queen of Tarts
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$56
Day 4Treasures of Dublin - The Book of Kells, Chester Beatty, Dublin Castle, Silk Road Cafe
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$94

The Book of Kells
Grand library location for illuminated illustrations of the Christian Gospels dating from 800AD.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$25
14 - 21 min

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Chester Beatty
Museum on castle grounds housing the mining magnate's vast collection of religious & artistic texts.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Dublin Castle
Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$25
2 - 3 min

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Silk Road Cafe
The Silk Road Café is often considered one of Dublin’s best hidden treasures. It’s located in the Chester Beatty Library in Dublin Castle with a view over the Castle garden and next to the Coach House.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$44
Day 5Whiskey Tasting and Nature's Beauty - Irish Whiskey Museum, Phoenix Park, The Phoenix Café
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$90

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$ 9

Irish Whiskey Museum
Guided tours tracing the history of whiskey through interactive exhibits, plus a tasting at the end.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$50
19 - 23 min

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Phoenix Park
Wild deer, a zoo & a fort feature in this 708-hectare park known as 'Dublin's playground'.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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The Phoenix Café
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$40
Day 6Modern Art and Cultural Gems - Irish Museum of Modern Art, National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History, Lovin Spoon, Hugh Lane Gallery
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$26

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$ 9

Irish Museum of Modern Art
Imposing building from 1684 housing permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of varied art.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
6 - 8 min

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National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History
Irish haute couture and silver collections alongside exhibitions exploring Irish military history.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Lovin Spoon
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$26
3 - 4 min

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Hugh Lane Gallery
Gallery containing the reconstructed studio of Francis Bacon, plus modern European & Irish works.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $519 In total

Activities & Food:$488
Transport:$31