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5 Days in Dublin: A Journey Through History and Culture

Albert Zaith

Albert Zaith

8 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Dublin, Ireland. Explore iconic landmarks like Dublin Castle, Ha'penny Bridge, and Christ Church Cathedral. Indulge in delicious meals at local cafes and pubs. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Dublin

Day 1
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$59

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$ 9

Barry & Browne
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
14 - 17 min

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Johnnie Fox's Pub
Traditional pub in mountain location with decorative farm tools, hooley nights and live Irish music.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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George's Street Arcade
Ornate 1881 shopping plaza offering indie clothing boutiques & food vendors, plus books & jewellery.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 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
2 - 3 min

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Silk Road Cafe
The Silk Road Café is often considered one of Dublin’s best hidden treasures. It’s located in the Chester Beatty Library in Dublin Castle with a view over the Castle garden and next to the Coach House.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2
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$87

Caffè Nero
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
4 - 5 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 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.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Ha'penny Bridge
Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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$6
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.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Bunsen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 3
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$118

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$ 9

McMahon's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
5 - 8 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
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Free
16 - 20 min

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The Book of Kells
Grand library location for illuminated illustrations of the Christian Gospels dating from 800AD.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
11 - 14 min

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St Patrick's Cathedral
The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with regular musical recitals.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$25
4 - 6 min

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The Fumbally
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 4
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$159

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$ 5

Rosie's Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
2 - 3 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
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$20
5 - 6 min

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Guinness Storehouse
Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$63
3 - 4 min

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Groundstate Coffee
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$58
Day 5
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$76

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$ 9

Story Board
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
8 - 10 min

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Phoenix Park
Wild deer, a zoo & a fort feature in this 708-hectare park known as 'Dublin's playground'.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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The Brazen Head
Meeting place for historic rebels, this brass-filled, lantern-lit pub hosts live music each night.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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The Brazen Head
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $529 In total

Activities & Food:$498
Transport:$31