7 Days in Dublin: Unveiling the City's Rich Heritage

Lana

17 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Dublin's vibrant history and cultural treasures. Immerse yourself in the allure of ancient marvels, from the awe-inspiring Book of Kells to the majestic Christ Church Cathedral. Discover the poignant stories of Irish emigration at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and delve into the fascinating world of whiskey at the Irish Whiskey Museum. Unwind amidst the serene beauty of Phoenix Park and the National Botanic Gardens. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the iconic Guinness Storehouse and the historic Dublin Castle.

Trip to Dublin

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Art, History, and Viking Tales

$13

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Sights and smells bring hundreds of years' worth of history to life at this child-friendly museum.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 2Tracing the Footsteps of Irish Emigrants

$25

$ 3

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology

Local archaeological finds from the Bronze Age, Vikings and medieval times with some Egyptian items.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Museum on castle grounds housing the mining magnate's vast collection of religious & artistic texts.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Awe-Inspiring Cathedrals and Dublin's Cultural Gems

$48

Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

13 - 20 min

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Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the the last century.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

Day 4Artistic Delights and Whiskey Revelations

$47

Gallery containing the reconstructed studio of Francis Bacon, plus modern European & Irish works.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

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Guided tours tracing the history of whiskey through interactive exhibits, plus a tasting at the end.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

4 - 5 min

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Family museum containing hundreds of wax versions of famous Irish and international personalities.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$19

Day 5Nature's Retreat in the Heart of the City

$ 3

Wild deer, a zoo & a fort feature in this 708-hectare park known as 'Dublin's playground'.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Large area with naturalistic sections, formal gardens, an arboretum and a Victorian palm house.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 6The Guinness Experience and Timeless Treasures

$32

Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$31

12 - 17 min

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National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History

Irish haute couture and silver collections alongside exhibitions exploring Irish military history.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Modern Art and Royal Splendor

$13

$ 3

Imposing building from 1684 housing permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of varied art.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $185 In total

Activities & Food:$176

Transport:$9