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7 Days in Dublin: A Journey Through History and Culture

Yacine Laidoudi

Yacine Laidoudi

2 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Dublin in this 7-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Ireland's capital.

Day 1
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$100

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$ 7

The Temple Bar
This great pub is the focal point of the Temple Bar area. A truly historic pub with live traditional music daily, excellent oysters and whiskies, loads of old world style snugs and crannies, superb heated beer garden and excellent atmosphere and service.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$27
3 - 4 min

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Ha'penny Bridge
Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$3
12 - 15 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
13 - 16 min

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LimeTree Cafe
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$35
8 - 10 min

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Grano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Day 2
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$140

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$ 3

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$27
4 - 6 min

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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
4 - 5 min

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The Temple Bar Pub
Irish & international craft beer in a legendary venue with Temple Bar's only licensed garden.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Queen of Tarts
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
3 - 4 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.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$10
3 - 4 min

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Toscana City Centre Italian Restaurant
Toscana Restaurant in City Centre Dublin is the best Italian restaurant and pizzeria in the city. Winner of the Tripadvisor 2012 Certificate of Excellence.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 3
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$104

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$ 3

Dall'Italiano
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$29
9 - 14 min

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National Botanic Gardens
Large area with naturalistic sections, formal gardens, an arboretum and a Victorian palm house.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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The Brazen Head
Meeting place for historic rebels, this brass-filled, lantern-lit pub hosts live music each night.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Brasserie Sixty6
Stylish and busy restaurant, right in the heart of Dublin. Great food & drink, fantastic surroundings, exciting atmosphere. BrasserieSixty6, Brasserie66.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$34
1 - 2 min

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George's Street Arcade
Ornate 1881 shopping plaza offering indie clothing boutiques & food vendors, plus books & jewellery.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Yamamori Noodles
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$41
Day 4
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$100

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$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$29
8 - 10 min

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Irish Museum of Modern Art
Imposing building from 1684 housing permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of varied art.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Iveagh Gardens
Unique collection of garden landscapes designed in 1865 and mostly restored since 1995.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Nando's Dundrum
Nando's is home to the legendary flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken Enjoy PERi-PERi in our restaurants, using our grocery products or with Nando's delivery
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$35
10 - 12 min

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Marlay Park
Park hosting large scale concerts and farmer's market with sports facilities and woodland walks.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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L'Officina
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 5
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$102

Chez Max Alliance Française
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$25
3 - 4 min

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National Gallery of Ireland
Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 21st-century, covering all major schools.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Zizzi - Dublin Suffolk Street
Our menu is made up of tasty Italian dishes from pizza, pasta and risotto to salads and indulgent desserts but always with a twist – like a classic Carbonara with a chorizo crumb or a traditional garlic bread with mozzarella & ‘Nduja sausage...
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$35
4 - 6 min

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Molly Malone Statue
Bronze statue of a fictional fishmonger named Molly Malone, the star of a well-known Irish song.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Red Torch Ginger
We serve modern Thai food with delicious cocktails and craft beers in a busy location, just off Grafton st.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$42
Day 6
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$137

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$ 7

Caffe Letterario GattaNera
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$27
4 - 5 min

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SEA LIFE Bray Aquarium
Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$19
20 - 24 min

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Powerscourt House & Gardens
Stately 18th-century home & famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens & a waterfall.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$19
23 - 28 min

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Fire & Stone Cafe Bar
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$35
15 - 18 min

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Urbun Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$37
Day 7
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$123

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$ 5

Roberto's Pizza & Pasta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$25
14 - 17 min

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St Anne's Park
Sprawling green space with tennis courts, gardens & follies like the Clocktower & Fairy Door Tree.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
21 - 26 min

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Malahide Castle & Gardens
Medieval fortress set in 260 acres of parkland features antiques, paintings & a fairy trail.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$19
18 - 27 min

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Scotch Bonnet Urban Cafe
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$37
2 - 3 min

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Duffy's Pub
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$42

Budget breakdown: $838 In total

Activities & Food:$805
Transport:$33