Today, I am sharing my very first solo holiday: Dublin, the colourful rainy capital of Ireland, which is the magical home for shamrocks and fairies!
Dublin is located on Ireland’s east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey. Its historic buildings include Dublin Castle, dating to the 13th century, and the imposing St Patrick’s Cathedral, founded in 1191. City parks St Stephen’s Green in the city centre and the enormous Phoenix Park. The National Museum of Ireland explores Irish heritage and culture, which was originally Gaelic and later influenced by Anglo-Norman, English and Scottish culture.
The name Dublin comes from the Gaelic dubh linn or “black pool” — this pool was formed where the Poddle met the River Liffey at Dublin Castle.
Holidays in Dublin, why?
- Improve your English language skills. Total immersion English programme: lessons and host family stay
- A small city with soul. Medieval castles and cathedrals with a cosmopolitan and multicultural vibe
- More than 1000 pubs!
- Natural parks
- Seaside
Discover Dublin´s Region top attractions and monuments through my pictures:
Temple Bar, Dublin city’s cultural capital
The most popular area of the city with great pubs and restaurants to enjoy Dublin´s atmosphere: live music, tasty food and a wide range of beer brands.
The Auld Dubliner
The Quays Irish Restaurant
Wall of Fame | Irish Rock n’ Roll Museum Experience
The Wall Of Fame Dublin is our tribute to acts such as U2, Phil Lynott, Rory Gallagher, Sinead O’Connor, Shane MacGowan, Bob Geldof, The Undertones and Luke Kelly.
Jameson Distillery Dublin Whiskey Tour
In 1780 John Jameson threw open the doors of the Jameson Distillery Bow St. Over 200 years later, the doors are still open to friends old and new…
National Gallery of Ireland
The Gallery has an extensive, representative collection of Irish paintings and is also notable for its Italian Baroque and Dutch masters painting. The general collection is free.
Wicklow Mountains & Glendalough Tour From Dublin — Gray Line Tours
Itinerary organised by Gray Line Tours, price from €33
*My favourite experience in Ireland*
“Experience the Wicklow Mountains Tour from Dublin, including stunning Glendalough, on this day trip from Dublin. Lunch in Fitzgerald’s Pub.
Your most memorable day in Ireland is enhanced by our award-winning Wicklow Mountains Tour guides. Absorb their tall tales and legends of Glencree Valley and the famous Sally Gap. Soak up the breathtaking Wicklow mountain scenery and rolling green countryside at locations made famous by movies such as Braveheart, P.S. I Love You & Vikings.
The stunning scenery of our route includes Glencree Valley, a photo stop at the Guinness Lakes (Tay), the boglands and heather fields of the Sally gap and Glendalough. Situated in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains, the 10th century monastic round tower settlement in Glendalough is the jewel in the crown of the Wicklow Mountains Tour. Offering up leisurely (or more challenging) walkways to the lower and upper lakes.
Then into Fitzgerald’s Pub for a hearty lunch (meal deal with complimentary drink available for all on board).”
Guinness Beer Storehouse Dublin
Dublin’s #1 tourist attraction. Opportunity to learn all about Guinness’ rich history and production.
St. Stephen’s Green
“This nine hectare /22-acre park, in Dublin City Centre, has been maintained in the original Victorian layout.”
Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin, Ireland
The college was founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I and modelled after the collegiate universities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Phoenix Park
One of the largest enclosed recreational spaces within any European capital city. It includes large areas of grassland and tree-lined avenues, and since the 17th century has been home to a herd of wild fallow deer.
Seaside Dublin
Exploring coastal towns close to the capital… A whale of a time!
See Dublin in motion:
The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way. — Irish Saying
