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Discover Dublin: A 10-Day Adventure in the Heart of Ireland

Judy Perry

19 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Dublin, the vibrant capital of Ireland. Immerse yourself in the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of this enchanting city. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is designed to captivate your senses and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Dublin

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$0

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$ 14

Garden of Remembrance

Formal garden remembering all those who gave their lives in the cause of Irish freedom.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Irish Museum of Modern Art

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Farmleigh House & Estate

Restored, 18th-century state guest house on 78 acres, with gardens, guided tours & a boathouse cafe.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Sport Ireland: National Aquatic Centre

Indoor water park with an Olympic-size swimming pool, slides/rides & a gym hosting classes & events.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$63

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$ 5

Phoenix Park

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

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Dublinia

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$25

12 - 17 min

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Directions

The National Wax Museum Plus

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$38

Day 3

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$50

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$ 14

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

4 - 5 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

National Botanic Gardens

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

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$50

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$ 5

Hugh Lane Gallery

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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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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$25

10 - 15 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.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$25

12 - 15 min

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Irish National War Memorial Gardens

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$100

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$ 14

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

15 - 18 min

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St Patrick's Cathedral

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Teeling Whiskey Distillery

Opened in 2015, this Irish whiskey distillery is the city's first for 125 years & hosts tours.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$50

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Wellington Monument

Imposing 62m obelisk built to commemorate victories of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Castletown House

Grand mansion with restored, period-style interiors and a quirky, conical barn folly.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

Day 6

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$100

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$ 5

Dublin Zoo

The largest zoo in Ireland has African Plain, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests exhibits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

10 - 12 min

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Directions

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

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Chester Beatty

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

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Irish Whiskey Museum

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$50

Day 7

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$0

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$ 18

Howth Cliff Walk (Green Route)

Gentle clifftop hiking route overlooking a landmark lighthouse & bays, beaches & mountains.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

61 - 74 min

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Directions

Forty Foot

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Dún Laoghaire Harbour

Picturesque old harbour offering pier walks, cruises & a lively strip of restaurants & pubs.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Directions

St Anne's Park

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 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.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 8

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$38

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$ 5

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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$38

30 - 36 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 9

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$113

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$ 9

The Book of Kells

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

11 - 16 min

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The Little Museum of Dublin

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

54 - 65 min

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Directions

Powerscourt Waterfall

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$25

33 - 40 min

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Directions

SEA LIFE Bray Aquarium

Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$38

Day 10

+

$63

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$ 14

Powerscourt House & Gardens

Stately 18th-century home & famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens & a waterfall.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Johnnie Fox's Pub

Traditional pub in mountain location with decorative farm tools, hooley nights and live Irish music.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Airfield Estate

Family-orientated events on the Overend family's working farm, plus vintage cars, gardens & a cafe.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Marlay Park

Park hosting large scale concerts and farmer's market with sports facilities and woodland walks.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $672 In total

Activities & Food:$575

Transport:$97