35 THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN DUBLIN

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The capital of Ireland knows how to treat its visitors, and not only by pampering them with liters of Guinness, but also. Dublin is a fun city with a very interesting cultural proposal. If you plan a trip there we will tell you 35 things to see and do in Dublin, the best of the best ... so you don't miss anything!

If your idea is to visit several paid attractions in Dublin, it is best to get a Dublin Pass, you are going to save a good grassland. More info about prices and attractions included here.

1. First things first: to begin to guide you through the city and understand everything that Dublin represents, there is nothing better than joining a free tour. This in Spanish is perfect for breaking the ice with the Irish capital.

2. If you like art, visit the National Gallery of Ireland It is one of the things to do in Dublin. You can see works by great painters such as Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Monet and Picasso. Admission is free. Olé!

3. Stroll through one of the streets with more atmosphere in Dublin: O'Connell Street. Here are several emblematic buildings and statues, among which are Daniel O'Connell, a politician who fought for the independence of Ireland, and James Joyce, one of the most influential Irish writers of all time.

4. Come to know the oldest University in Ireland (and one of the most famous in the world): Trinity College. It was founded in 1952 and its illustrious students like Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett passed through their classrooms, among others (Courtney Love for example, auuuh).

5. At Trinity College you have to visit its beautifullibrary, where is the book of Kells, a manuscript containing the 4 gospels and an infinity of perfectly preserved illustrations and miniatures. It is one of the best examples of religious art of the Middle Ages. Freak out!

Dublin Trinity College Campanile

6. A trip to Dublin is not the same without taking one (or two, or three, or those that are needed) pint in the Temple bar, an area of central Dublin where lots of legendary pubs are concentrated, among which we highlight the namesake, The Temple Bar, with more than 160 years of history! It does not have the cheapest beers in Dublin (6-8 €), but with its ambience it seems that the pints taste better than anywhere else.

A great idea to spend a fun night is to sign up for a night tour which will take you to know the best pubs in Temple Bar. More info here.

7. Do you prefer whiskey to beer? Then stop by the Old Jameson Distillery, a historic distillery where you can learn more about the whiskey production process, its types and where to sample some of this popular beverage in Ireland. More infoin your web.

8. If it's a good day and you want to clear your mind (and have a gentle hangover), the best places to relax are the Saint Stephen's Green Park, with lakes and swans, or the Phoenix park, where you will be surrounded by deer.

9. The St. Patrick's Cathedral It is the crown jewel of the city. It is dedicated to the patron of Dublin (yes, the same one celebrated on March 17).

10. By the way, the March 17, St. Patrick's DayIt is an ideal date to visit Dublin, but remember to book your accommodation in advance! Among the different traditions of this day highlights the parade, which distributes joy (and green color) through the streets of the city. Two things are never missing: clovers and beer, of course.

St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin

11. Another cathedral that is very worth visiting is the Holy Trinity Cathedral (Cathedral Christ Church), the oldest in Dublin, which has an architecture, at least, surprising.

12. Dublin is a city surrounded by mysteries, to know them (and try to reveal some) there is nothing better than signing up for a tour of legends.

13. And if this roll goes, approach until the St. Michan Church, in whose underground vaults are the mummified remains of some of Dublin's most important characters from 1600 to 1800. Guided entry costs € 5.

14. Another interesting building is the town hall. Here we recommend visiting the Round, a circular room surrounded by columns and with a majestic dome. It is also free.

15. On a visit to Dublin you can not miss a tour of the Guinness Storehouse, where you can learn how the most famous black beer in the world is produced (and where, of course, you can try it). Prices from € 17.50 on their website, free with the Dublin Pass. If you are not going to catch the tourist pass, you are interested in buying the ticket online (without queues) here.

Run those pints of Guinness, in the Gravity bar of the Guinness Storehouse

16. Take a selfie with the statue of Molly Malone, a seller of mussels and cockles that over time has become a legend thanks to this popular song. It is located on Suffolk Street 2, near Trinity College.

17. Surprise your fellow travelers with a historical curiosity: Dublin was founded by Vikings in 998, when they called her "Dubh Linn," which literally meant "dark pond."

18. Visit Dublinia to learn more about the history of the city in the time of the Vikings and in the Middle Ages. The ticket costs € 9.5 but is included in the Dublin Pass (See? We already told you it is worth it!).

19. One of the most curious places in Dublin is the Kilmainham Jail, where many of those who fought for Ireland to achieve independence ended. As a curiosity to tell you that the last prisoner to leave prison was Éamon de Valera, later became President of the country for 14 years. If you are interested in learning more about the history of Ireland, we advise you to visit this prison. Admission: € 9 (one-hour guided tour).

20. Are you Game of Thrones fan? Then do not miss a thematic tour (see also this one, which sometimes comes at a better price). Ains you want to do it!

The mythical The Temple Bar, in Dublin

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21. Cross the Ha'Penny Bridge free ... and in the past you had to pay half / ha '(half) penny to do it.

22. And since you're in the river bank Liffey Why not take a good walk and maybe even arrive at Famine Memorial sculptures? Take advantage of this whole tour to take a few photos. Are you also one of those who believe that cities with rivers are the most photogenic?

23. Also on the banks of the river and the ladito stands imposingly Custom house, a neoclassical building built in the 18th century as the headquarters of the Dublin port customs. Highlights its striking bronze dome. Of these buildings you will find a few scattered around the city, another quite impressive is Four courts.

24. Dublin is a "pretty" small city and can be easily traveled, however if you have very little time and want to know the main tourist spots, it is best to get on a bus hop on hop off . More information and prices here.

25. Attend a celtic music concert (even if improvised). It is not difficult to run into street musicians in the Temple Bar area (or in one of its many pubs).

Dublin Ha'Penny Bridge

26. Be sure to try one of the irish dishes most delicious: the irish stew, a meat stew with potatoes, onions, carotas and aromatic herbs as simple as tasty. They say the best is in the O'Neill's Pub and costs € 12.5.

27. Did you know that Dublin has a castle? Today it is simply the place for state receptions, but once it was the seat of Viking settlements, the Royal Palace later and even the Court of Justice. Admission (with guided tour) costs € 10, included in the Dublin Pass, although you can walk around and see it from outside.

28. In the castle gardens is the Chester Beatty Library, a library with exquisite art exhibitions. It was awarded a few years ago as the best European museum of the year, and the best: it's free! More information about his exhibitions here.

29. If you feel like shopping (or just looking at shop windows), go through theGrafton street, a pedestrian street with lots of shops, sales and street shows.

30. Get lost by him Dublin Georgian Quarter and take all the photos you can with the colored doors of their houses. They are beautiful! And if you really want to travel to Dublin in the late 1700s, approach the House Number 29, a building that seems anchored in the past: it is decorated like an authentic Georgian house from the Georgian era. The guided tour costs € 7 (free with the Dublin Pass).

Why are houses in the Georgian neighborhood of Dublin so colorful? Legend has it that on one occasion a drunk returned home and found his wife sticking with her lover. The unhappy man did nothing but kill them, although in reality they were his neighbors: the drunkard had simply made a mistake at home! Since then in the neighborhood it was decided to paint each door a different color ... better safe than sorry.

Dublin different colored doors

31. The Leprechaun museum It is the perfect place to surround yourself with Irish mythology and get closer to its immense world. Admission is € 14 and we recommend it only if you are very freak of pixies and legends.

32. On the other hand, a fully recommended museum for everyone is the Arqueologic Museum (and not just because it's free). Eye: close Mondays.

33. And another free and perfect gallery if the weather was not quite good, is the Science Gallery. His scientific, innovative and creative exhibitions are changing, but they always succeed among Dubliners (and tourists).

34. Try what many say is the best fish & chips in Dublin at Leo Burdock's. It costs € 9.25.

35. If you want to escape the bustle of the city you can do someday trip. These are good options:

A close one is that of Malahide Castle. (costs € 12.5, you can book it here)
Although if you have to recommend an excursion above the others, there is no doubt: you have to go see the Cliffs of Moher, one of the most amazing places in all of Ireland. Here we leave you a very interesting Spanish tour.
Of course, the other great excursion is from the Belfast and the impressive causeway of the giants. More info here.
And three close visits to Dublin recommended by a follower who lives there are: the fishing village of Howth (more info about the tour), Dun Laoghaire and his Sunday market, and the Teeling Distillery a whiskey distillery where they do guided tours.