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Discover Dublin: A 5-Day Adventure in the Heart of Ireland

Julian Hirt

14 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Dublin, the vibrant capital of Ireland. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you explore iconic landmarks, fascinating museums, and stunning gardens. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Emerald Isle!

Trip to Dublin

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$75

National Gallery of Ireland

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

10 - 15 min

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Irish Whiskey Museum

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$50

10 - 15 min

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Dublinia

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$25

Day 2

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$70

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$ 5

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

11 - 14 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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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

6 - 9 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.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$20

Day 3

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$107

The Little Museum of Dublin

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

9 - 14 min

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The Book of Kells

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

8 - 11 min

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Ha'penny Bridge

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

10 - 15 min

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Dublin Castle

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

8 - 11 min

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St Patrick's Cathedral

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$25

Day 4

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$0

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$ 9

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

9 - 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.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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National Botanic Gardens

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$38

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$ 14

Irish Museum of Modern Art

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Hugh Lane Gallery

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Glasnevin Cemetery

Victorian burial grounds & museum with guided tours, interactive exhibits, a gift shop & cafe.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Malahide Castle & Gardens

Medieval fortress set in 260 acres of parkland features antiques, paintings & a fairy trail.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $316 In total

Activities & Food:$289

Transport:$27