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Dublin is famous for a wide array of attractions, ranging from historical sites to icons of modern culture. But no matter where your Irish getaway takes you, you won’t want to miss some of the most quintessential sites and activities of Dublin.
No trip to Dublin would be complete without a fair share of pub stops - and there’s no better place to enjoy your first Dublin pub experience than in Temple Bar. Lined from one end to the other with pubs and restaurants, the Temple Bar district also plays host to street artists of all kinds. When you’re not drinking a pint or enjoying a boxty (a traditional Irish potato-pancake dish), you can sit out in the main square of Temple Bar to people-watch.
Next, walk in the steps of one of Dublin’s most famous writers, James Joyce, by embarking on the Joyce Walk. Organised through the James Joyce Cultural Centre, these guided walks lead visitors through Joyce’s fictional footsteps. You can also enjoy the walk on your own by following the 14 pavement plaques installed in 1988 - beginning at the old offices of the “Irish Independent” to the National Museum in Kildare Street, via O’Connell Street and Bridge, Trinity College, Grafton Street, Duke Street, and Dawson Street.
Following Joyce’s Walk, head to the Guinness Storehouse - where you’ll get one of the most renowned experiences in Dublin. Located at the Historic St James’ Gate, the Guinness Storehouse is actually part of the original brewery. The centre now invites entices visitors with exhibitions of the brewing process, the Guinness transportation system, and advertising history - complete with historical Guinness merchandise. The highlight of the Storehouse tour is a “free” pint in the Gravity Bar, which offers breathtaking views over the entire city of Dublin.
Next, head to Dublin’s famous shopping districts for some retail enjoyment. Grafton Street is the place to go if you’re looking for smart or designer shops, while George Street and Camden Street are home to many boutiques, stalls, and unique shops. Nassau Street (in the Trinity College region) offers superb Irish design stores, stocking the finest in wools and tweeds.
Finish off your tour with a stroll through St Stephen’s Green - a nine-hectare (22 acre) park in the centre of the city. Featuring a beautiful fountain and a lake, and landscaped with trees and flowerbeds, St Stephen’s Green is the perfect place to take a breather from the bustling city, or simply to picnic during the day.
Finally, keep in mind that you can easily book Dublin hotels near any of these major city attractions, so you’ll never have to venture far to experience one of Dublin’s gems.
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