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National Botanic GardensThe National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin were founded by the Royal Dublin Society in 1795. The Gardens are 19. 5 hectares. |  |
St. Anne's Park & Rose GardensSt. Anne's Estate was the former Dublin home of the Guinness Family. It was acquired in 1939 by Dublin Corporation and St. |  |
National Aquatic CentreHours of fun are waiting for you in Europe’s largest indoor waterworld, where the weather will be great every day of the year!
The NAC will feature a full day of fun for the entire family whether you make a splash in the cool blue waves, take a thrilling ride down any of our many water slides, float around the lazy river or relax in the bubble bay.
There’s something for everyone at the NAC. . |  |
Rupsha Indian RestaurantAmong Dublin’s favourite Indian restaurants, Rupsha is a relaxed and friendly venue serving excellent fresh food, created using the very finest ingredients. The elegantly appointed dining room buzzes with a lively atmosphere, free from any pretentious tweaks and twiddles. Polite and helpful service from well turned out waiting staff completes the vibe, making this a restaurant equally suited to family meals to a dinner with friends. |  |
North Coast and Castle TourThis tour of Dublin's northern coastline passes the tree lined Griffith Avenue and the Casino at Marino, before visiting stately Malahide Castle, dating from the 12th century, and set amid 250 acres of parkland and gardens. Continuing through the Heritage town of Malahide, the tour will take you past magnificent coastal scenery to the picturesque fishing village of Howth.
Crossing the nearby summit of Howth Head you will have a panoramic view of the huge expanse of Dublin Bay. |  |
The Galway HookerWe are a craft brewery based in the west of Ireland dedicated to the production of high quality, natural and full flavoured beers. Our passion for real beer and our complete boredom with insipid, mass-produced, yellow fizz (otherwise known as lager) inspired us to open a brewery and produce an original and great tasting alternative for the Irish market. |  |
Dublin Writers MuseumDublin is famous as a city of writers and literature, and the Dublin Writers Museum is an essential visit for anyone who wants to discover, explore, or simply enjoy Dublin's immense literary heritage. At the Writers Museum, Dublin’s literary celebrities from the past three hundred years are brought to life through their books, letters, portraits and personal items. . |  |
O'Neills Bar and RestaurantConveniently situated in the heart of Dublin, opposite the Dublin Tourism Centre, O'Neill's is one of Dublin's most famous and historic pubs. . |  |
National Museum of IrelandThe museum houses over 2,000,000 artefacts which range in date between 7000BC and the late medieval period. Exhibitions include the finest collection of prehistoric gold artefacts in western Europe, outstanding examples of metalwork from the Celtic Iron Age, as well as the Museum’s world-renowned collection of medieval ecclesiastical objects and jewellery. The Broighter Hoard,the Ardagh Chalice, the Tara Brooch and Derrynaflan Hoard are among the masterpieces on display. |  |
National Maritime MuseumThe National Maritime Museum of Ireland is located in the former Mariners’ Church in Haigh Terrace, Dún Laoghaire. This historic Church was built in 1837. The Church was designed to meet the needs of the seafarers whose vessels sought shelter in the asylum harbour of Kingstown. |  |
1916 Rebellion Walking ToursIn 1916 a small band of armed insurrectionists declared Ireland a Republic. This event is known as the Easter Rising, a violent battle which resulted in many deaths and the destruction of many parts of Dublin.
Lorcan Collins & Conor Kostick, authors of The Easter Rising and Shane MacThomais will take you to the relevant sites of the Rebellion in Dublin, Ireland, to give you an understanding of this historic occasion which precipitated the formation of the Irish Republic. |  |
Custom HouseDesigned by James Gandon, the Custom House was opened in 1791 and was destroyed by fire in 1921 during the War of Independence.
The Custom House was rebuilt and the interior was redesigned and further renovation work was carried out in the 1980`s.
The visitor centre allows access to a some of the building including an octagonal area with river views. |  |
Dublin ZooThe Zoo is set in 30 acres of grounds in Phoenix Park with over 700 animals and tropical birds. A "Meet the Keeper" and feeding programme takes place daily. Visit the New World of Primates and see the monkey islands. |  |
National Print MuseumThe National Print Museum of Ireland is based in a soldiers' chapel in the Beggars Bush area of Dublin, Republic of Ireland. The idea for the museum arose in the mid-1980s, when the need to 'save' printing machinery from the 'hot metal' era of printing became apparent. In 1990, Bertie Ahern opened the museum's first premises in Lower Gardiner Street, Dublin. |  |
Irish Whiskey CornerWhiskey has been distilled in Ireland for over 1,000 years, using a process originally invented in the Middle East for distilling perfume. The story of whiskey and its making is told in the Irish Whiskey Corner, in part of the old Bow Street distillery complex founded in 1780. All kinds of artefacts are there, calico bags for barley samples, clogs worn by the workers, the tools used for making the wooden casks, even a list of nick-names of Dublin whiskey workers. |  |
Nancy Hands Bar & RestaurantClassic Bar & Restaurant situated close to Dublin’s Phoenix Park, the National Museum at Collins Barracks, and a short stroll from Heuston train station. The legendry name adorns the ornate dome window and copper frieze of this unique Public House. |  |
Rathfarnham CastleThe date of the foundation of the Castle is uncertain, but recent research would suggest 1583 as the most likely date. It was built by Adam Loftus, a Yorkshireman. The Castle has a colourful and interesting history with 18th century interiors by Sir William Chambers and James Athenian Stuart and was declared a National Monument in the mid-1980s. |  |
The French ParadoxSince opening our doors in June of 2002, The French Paradox Wine Bar & Wine Shop have been dedicated to bringing the very finest of produce from France and the Mediterranean right here to Ireland. Our ethos is simple: quality cured meats, cheeses, fish and pâtés served in an atmosphere not unlike those intriguing wine bars in France. |  |
Long Hall BarThe Long Hall is a listed building and retains the design of an old style Dublin bar. As you enter the door you find a long bar with big stools leading a fairly large room at the back with tables surround by chairs. The bar is decorated in old paraphernalia like old muskets and old paintings from exotic climes lit by old style chandeliers. |  |
ImaginosityImaginosity is Dublin’s first interactive children’s museum, a place specially designed for children, where their imagination and their innate curiosity are given free reign to explore the world around them. In Europe’s only eco-friendly building for children, Imaginosity is packed with colourful, expertly designed exhibits designed in collaboration with educators, parents and children, for a museum experience unlike any other for the whole family. |  |
Irish Film CentreThe building accommodates various aspects of film culture. It includes two cinemas, film archive, bookshop, restaurant, bar, education rooms and film production offices. The concept of a 'culture cluster' became a pilot project for the subsequent Temple Bar developments. |  |
Pearse MuseumThe Pearse Museum (Irish: Músaem na bPiarsach) is dedicated to the memory of Patrick Pearse, educationalist and nationalist who was executed for his part in the 1916 Rising. It is situated in the suburb of Rathfarnham on the south side of Dublin, Ireland. It was formerly the home of Pearse's experimental school, St. |  |
Marsh's LibraryFounded in 1701, Marsh's Library was the first public library in Ireland and celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2001. The library contains over 25,000 books relating to the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, covering medicine, law, science, travel, navigation, mathematics, music, surveying and classical literature. . |  |
The Brazen HeadPublic houses have served as the cornerstone of the Irish society through their distinctive reputation for providing good food, traditional Irish music, interesting conversation and, of course, authentic drink. Thus, the Brazen Head Irish Pub of Omaha, Nebraska will continue to preserve and cultivate what has been a culture so very rich in history. . |  |
The Royal Hospital KilmainhamThe Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Kilmainham, Dublin is one of the finest 17th-century buildings in Ireland. The hospital was built in 1684 by Sir William Robinson, official State Surveyor General for James Butler, 1st Duke of Ormonde and Lord Lieutenant of Ireland to King Charles II, as a home for retired soldiers and continued in that use for over 250 years. The style is based on Les Invalides in Paris with a formal facade and a large courtyard. |  |
Brownes BrasserieSituated on the beautiful St. Stephen’s Green in the heart of Georgian Dublin, Brownes Townhouse is an oasis of charm in this fair city. The 18th Century building offers a tantalising glimpse into decadent Dublin’s past. |  |
Christ Church CathedralStanding on high ground in the oldest part of the city, this cathedral is one of Dublin's finest historic buildings. It dates back to 1038 when Sitric, the then Danish king of Dublin, built the first wood here. In 1171 the original simple foundation was extended into a cruciform and rebuilt in stone by Strongbow, although the present structure dates mainly from 1871 to 1878 when a huge restoration was undertaken. |  |
Malahide Castle and ParkThe estate began in 1185, when Richard Talbot, a knight who accompanied Henry II to Ireland in 1174, was granted the "lands and harbour of Malahide". The building was notably enlarged in the reign of Edward IV, and the towers added in 1765. |  |
Dax RestaurantDublin foodies have been flocking to this award-winning new restaurant on Upper Pembroke Street since it opened its doors back in 2004. Dax Restaurant has an understated yet super-sophisticated dining room with whitewashed walls and a rustic-chic vibe which is reflected in the hearty, seasonal continental menu. |  |
City Sightseeing TourWinner of 5 Awards from 2004-2007, tours in 7 languages! With a 24hr valid ticket and 25 stops at Dublin's top visitor attractions, there is no better way to see Dublin! This fun and friendly 90-minute tour departs every 6 to 15 minutes throughout the day.
Stops along the tour route include Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Castle, Kilmainham Gaol and many more. |  |
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