Dublin Delights

Jorge Hernandez

1 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Dublin, Ireland, exploring ancient marvels, immersing in rich history, and indulging in authentic Irish experiences.

Trip to Dublin

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Ancient Treasures: The Book of Kells, Irish Whiskey Museum, and Ha'penny Bridge

$41

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Day 2Artistic Wonders: National Gallery of Ireland and National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

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

Day 3Journey Through Irish Heritage: EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The Little Museum of Dublin, and National Leprechaun Museum of Ireland

$50

$ 5

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 4Castles and Shopping: Malahide Castle & Gardens and George's Street Arcade

$19

$ 3

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

37 - 45 min

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Ornate 1881 shopping plaza offering indie clothing boutiques & food vendors, plus books & jewellery.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Nature's Oasis: 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

Day 6Medieval Dublin: Dublinia and Christ Church Cathedral

$23

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

Day 7Raise a Glass: Guinness Storehouse and St Patrick's Cathedral

$44

$ 3

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

8 - 10 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Day 8Botanical Beauty: National Botanic Gardens and Dublin Castle

$13

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 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

Day 9Wildlife Encounter: Dublin Zoo

$25

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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$25

Day 10Archaeological Wonders: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology and Powerscourt House & Gardens

$19

$ 3

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

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Free

46 - 56 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

Budget breakdown: $246 In total

Activities & Food:$232

Transport:$14