How to Get the Most Out of Your Trip to Dublin

Ireland is a stunning country that is definitely worth visiting. But if you don’t plan your trip correctly, you won’t have time to see half the sights. In this article, we’ll tell you what you absolutely must visit during your trip to Dublin.

Preparation

It is the most critical stage of the trip. First, you need to decide immediately what to do with your luggage. If you are planning a one-day visit, look for Dublin luggage storage near the train station in advance. This way, you won’t have to carry heavy bags everywhere. If you plan to stay longer, you need to book a hotel in advance. It is especially important during holidays, as rooms may not be available.

Once you have decided on these questions, it is time to start planning your trip. Below, we will tell you about the most exciting places. You need to distribute them according to the duration of the trip. Of course, you can combine them as you wish.

When to Go

It depends on what you want and where you are going. So, if your plans include only Dublin, then any time of year will do for this city, as it is full of great pubs where you can spend many, many, many fun evenings. If your goal is to travel around Ireland and visit as many places as possible in a short time, then we do not recommend going in autumn and winter.

Dublin is a city where we immediately felt cozy. Here, you can always find a small, cozy cafe or pub where you want to warm up with a cup of coffee or a glass of beer. It is not overcrowded with tourists; street musicians always please with a good voice and showmen — with a great sense of humor. This city is pleasant to wander around and where you can meet a leprechaun and Oscar Wilde.

Places to Visit in Dublin

Of course, you can just wander the streets and enjoy the atmosphere of this city. However, if you are used to organizing your trip, here is a list of places worth visiting.

St Stephen’s Green is a very cozy, green old park with a great playground and a small lake with many feathered residents.
Iveagh Gardens (Clonmel Street, off Harcourt Street) is another park. It is pretty green and cozy, but the most remarkable thing in this park is the waterfall.
St Patrick’s Cathedral (St Patrick’s Close, Wood Quay) is a place where you can easily spend an hour or two. First, it is a wonderful place. Second, here you can learn many interesting facts about the history of Ireland, for example, who Saint Patrick was and what the role of Jonathan Swift was in the history of Ireland. You can also look at his grave right inside the cathedral. So plan to stay here for at least an hour and a half.
Dublin Castle (Dame St) is a beautiful place that will be interesting to see for lovers of history and architecture, but not only. There, you can clearly feel like a king or queen.
Ha’penny Bridge — if you like beautiful bridges, this is the place for you.
The Little Museum of Dublin (15 St Stephen’s Green) is a museum where you will learn many unusual and interesting facts about Dublin and its inhabitants. For example, they can tell you who Bram Stoker was and what could have prompted him to write a book about Dracula.
The Guinness Beer Museum (St James’s Gate, Ushers) is a place worth visiting to learn about the nuances of beer production, taste it, and learn about the history of how the Guinness empire came to be. Trust us, it’s quite a large-scale spectacle. It’s better to buy a ticket online in advance to save time.
The Book of the Celts (The University of Dublin Trinity College, College Green) — a book written by monks over 1,200 years old, is now in the Trinity College library. I recommend buying a ticket to the museum in advance, as we didn’t see the book precisely because we didn’t think about it.
The Old Jameson Whiskey Distillery (Bow St, Smithfield Village) is a place for all whiskey fans.

Pubs

We have listed these establishments as separate items, as they have practically become Ireland’s calling card. We will not recommend specific pubs, and you can choose any nearby one. However, visiting Dublin and not having a beer there is simply a crime. For the locals, this is a meeting place, a safe space where you can relax after a long day, talk to friends and discuss the latest news. Visitors also have dinner here. Feel like part of this close-knit community by spending an evening at the pub.

Conclusion

You can see many of Dublin’s attractions in a short time. However, we recommend planning your trip for at least a few days. This way, you can walk around calmly and visit exciting places without rushing, and the unique atmosphere of this city will remain in your memory for a long time.