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Discover Dublin: A 3-Day Adventure in the Heart of Ireland

Gabriela Bonatto

2 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Dublin, the vibrant capital of Ireland. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and uncover hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Dublin City!

Trip to Dublin

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$38

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$ 9

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Relaxed hostel featuring free breakfast & a guest kitchen, plus a rooftop terrace with a BBQ.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Irish National War Memorial Gardens

Elegant, Lutyens-designed gardens dedicated to the 49,400 Irish soldiers who died during WWI.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

National Leprechaun Museum of Ireland

Family-friendly museum with interactive exhibits telling stories about Ireland's mythical creatures.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Directions

National Gallery of Ireland

Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 21st-century, covering all major schools.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Lolly and Cooks

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$15

12 - 18 min

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Directions

National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

Stuffed and mounted animals are displayed in their 19th-century grandeur in this throwback museum.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Iveagh Gardens

Unique collection of garden landscapes designed in 1865 and mostly restored since 1995.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

Cocu

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$10

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Relaxed hostel featuring free breakfast & a guest kitchen, plus a rooftop terrace with a BBQ.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 2

+

$82

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$ 5

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Relaxed hostel featuring free breakfast & a guest kitchen, plus a rooftop terrace with a BBQ.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Glasnevin Cemetery

Victorian burial grounds & museum with guided tours, interactive exhibits, a gift shop & cafe.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

The Book of Kells

Grand library location for illuminated illustrations of the Christian Gospels dating from 800AD.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

10 - 15 min

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Directions

The Temple Bar Pub

Irish & international craft beer in a legendary venue with Temple Bar's only licensed garden.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

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.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$17

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Dublin Castle

Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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St Patrick's Cathedral

The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with regular musical recitals.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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$13

The Fumbally

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$27

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Relaxed hostel featuring free breakfast & a guest kitchen, plus a rooftop terrace with a BBQ.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 3

+

$79

·

$ 18

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Directions

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Relaxed hostel featuring free breakfast & a guest kitchen, plus a rooftop terrace with a BBQ.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Malahide Castle & Gardens

Medieval fortress set in 260 acres of parkland features antiques, paintings & a fairy trail.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

10 - 12 min

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Directions

St Anne's Park

Sprawling green space with tennis courts, gardens & follies like the Clocktower & Fairy Door Tree.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Happy Out

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$28

45 - 54 min

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Directions

Poolbeg Lighthouse

Iconic red lighthouse reachable by a lengthy seawall that attracts sightseers, anglers & cyclists.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

45 - 54 min

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Directions

Forty Foot

Famed promontory along Dublin Bay featuring year-round swimming in the Irish Sea.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Powerscourt Waterfall

398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$13

Avoca Handweavers

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$19

Garden Lane Backpackers Hostel

Relaxed hostel featuring free breakfast & a guest kitchen, plus a rooftop terrace with a BBQ.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $229 In total

Activities & Food:$198

Transport:$31