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10 Days in Dublin: 🍀 Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Cuisine 🍽️

Santiago Espinola

Santiago Espinola

8 Jan 2024

Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Dublin, where we'll uncover ancient castles, visit world-class museums, and savor mouthwatering Italian and Irish delicacies. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and gastronomy!

Day 1Seafood Delights and Artistic Treasures
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$543

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$ 22

Cavistons
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$135
5 - 6 min

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Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre
Costumed guides bring stories of the city's past vividly to life in this historic museum.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$63
48 - 58 min

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Hugh Lane Gallery
Gallery containing the reconstructed studio of Francis Bacon, plus modern European & Irish works.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Pho Kim
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$175
1 - 2 min

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Hop House
Hophouse/ Kimchi is the only place in Dublin where customers can find authentic Korean food and drinks including Soju and Korean beer. All staff are Korean including a head chef and owners.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$170
Day 2Immersive Emigration Stories and Literary Wonders
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$713

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$ 11

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$135
4 - 6 min

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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$125
11 - 14 min

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MoLI – Museum of Literature Ireland
Terraced, Georgian-era villas open for tours of stucco interiors & exhibitions on Irish literature.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$63
4 - 5 min

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Di luca
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$190
2 - 3 min

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Wishbone
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$200
Day 3A Medieval Castle, Sweet Treats, and Italian Flavors
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$553

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$ 11

Castello Bruno
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$145
19 - 28 min

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Farmleigh House & Estate
Restored, 18th-century state guest house on 78 acres, with gardens, guided tours & a boathouse cafe.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
21 - 26 min

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Dublinia
Sights and smells bring hundreds of years' worth of history to life at this child-friendly museum.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$63
4 - 5 min

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Queen of Tarts
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$170
2 - 3 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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$175
Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Majestic Cathedrals
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$613

Zampas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$145
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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
6 - 9 min

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St Patrick's Cathedral
The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with regular musical recitals.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$63
4 - 6 min

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The Fumbally
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$175
9 - 14 min

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Bigfan Bao
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$180
Day 5Healthy Brunch, Artistic Gems, and Vegetarian Delights
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$510

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$ 22

Graze @ the elbow room
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$125
8 - 11 min

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National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History
Irish haute couture and silver collections alongside exhibitions exploring Irish military history.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Irish Museum of Modern Art
Imposing building from 1684 housing permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of varied art.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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LimeTree Cafe
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$175
19 - 23 min

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Govindas (Aungier Street)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$210
Day 6Asian Fusion, Historical Prisons, and Royal Palaces
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$620

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$ 11

Jamaal 5 in 1
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$135
11 - 16 min

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Kilmainham Gaol
Prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated, tortured and executed.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$63
17 - 21 min

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Dublin Castle
Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$63
5 - 8 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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$175
2 - 3 min

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Chez Max
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$185
Day 7Coffee, Whiskey, and Ancient Manuscripts
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$678

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$125
2 - 3 min

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Irish Whiskey Museum
Guided tours tracing the history of whiskey through interactive exhibits, plus a tasting at the end.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$125
7 - 10 min

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The Book of Kells
Grand library location for illuminated illustrations of the Christian Gospels dating from 800AD.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$63
7 - 10 min

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Dunne & Crescenzi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$185
2 - 3 min

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The Pig's Ear
At the Pig’s Ear simplicity, hospitality and generosity are key elements for a warm friendly restaurant. We offer an informal approach & value for money.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$180
Day 8Tea in a Castle, Historical Landmarks, and Japanese Cuisine
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$707

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$ 11

Teahouse @Malahide Castle Park
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$145
15 - 22 min

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Malahide Castle & Gardens
Medieval fortress set in 260 acres of parkland features antiques, paintings & a fairy trail.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$94
30 - 36 min

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GPO Museum
Popular immersive & interactive attraction & tourist hub on the 1916 Easter Rising aftermath.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$63
2 - 3 min

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Fujiyama Restaurant
Using only the finest and freshest ingredients Fujiyama takes pride in providing our customers with the best sushi and sashimi in Dublin. Because we source our fish ourselves we guarantee freshness of taste and always offer the highest quality at affordable prices.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$195
4 - 6 min

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Govindas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$210
Day 9Wine Tasting, Sports Heritage, and Cultural Gems
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$578

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$ 11

Enoteca D'Asti
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$135
8 - 11 min

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GAA Museum & Tours
Museum of Gaelic sports (Gaelic football, hurling, handball and camogie) with interactive exhibits.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$63
18 - 22 min

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Chester Beatty
Museum on castle grounds housing the mining magnate's vast collection of religious & artistic texts.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Nolita
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$180
1 - 2 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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$200
Day 10Traditional Irish Fare and Artistic Masterpieces
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$525

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$140
8 - 11 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
5 - 8 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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The Pig's Ear
At the Pig’s Ear simplicity, hospitality and generosity are key elements for a warm friendly restaurant. We offer an informal approach & value for money.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$180
5 - 8 min

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Il Caffe di Napoli
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$205

Budget breakdown: $6136 In total

Activities & Food:$6037
Transport:$99