Thursday, 8 May 2014

Top 10 Activities in Dublin

Get spoiled for choice on what to see and do in Dublin.
Here are top 10 activities you could not miss!

1.       Temple Bar Area

Temple bar is located in the centre of Dublin city. Some of Dublin's best bars, restaurants and unusual shops line these narrow and cobbled streets. Relaxing and listening to live bands here. Sláinte

2.       Trinity College

Trinity College is the oldest university in Ireland. The College is famed for the great treasures. These include the Book of Kells, the Books of Durrow & Armagh and an early Irish harp.

3.        Viking Splash Tour

Viking Splash Tour is a truly unique experience on land and water, taking in the sights of Dublin during a fun-filled and engaging guided city tour. The route takes in most of the major sights in South Dublin City.

4.      Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle has been at the heart of the history and evolution of Dublin. The grounds of the site are free to explore. Access to the State Apartments is by guided tour only and tickets may be purchased.

5.       Guinness Storehouse

During the tour, you will see the process of how Guinness is made and have a complimentary glass of Guinness at the Gravity Bar, where you can get a paranoiac view of the city. What’s more! You can make a pint of Guinness for yourself and receive a beautiful certificate. 

6.       Kilmainham Gaol

Go to the Kilmainham Gaol and experience the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland's emergence as a modern nation from 1780s to the 1920s. You must attend a tour to go into the Kilmainham Gaol so it’s better to go there early to avoid disappointment.

7.       Glasnevin Cemetery

       Take a journey of life and death. Glasnevin Cemetery is a place where you can trace your 
       Irish ancestry. Attend the daily tour, and you can know Irish history during the two hours. 
       If you go to the Glasnevin Cemetery, you can pay a visit to the Botanic Garden which is
       just next to the cemetery.

8.       Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral is the oldest cathedral in Dublin. The history of this cathedral can be traced back to about 1000 years ago when people start to come here to worship God.

9.       Phoenix Park

Phoenix Park is a place where you can take a walk to get away from the city centre and it’s considered as the largest city park in Europe. You have a chance to meet deers in the park. Also, don’t forget to visit the Dublin Zoo when you go to the Phoenix Park.

10.    National Museum of Ireland

You can discover the Irish material heritage and natural history in the National Museum of Ireland. The museum has three locations in Dublin, and each location displays different topic. If you are a museum lover, make sure you don’t miss it.