1. Temple Bar
Temple Bar is so well-known that the surrounding area was named “Temple Bar.” Weary travelers have been putting their feet on one of these stools since at least the 14th century.
Take a picture of the iconic red facade of Temple Bar and then stroll inside for an Irish whiskey. You can easily spend a night at Temple Bar and the surrounding region. Be careful, though! Temple Bar is one of Europe’s most expensive drinking destinations.
2. Eat like a local!
Irish cuisine is seriously undervalued. It is highly recommended that you eat your way around Ireland. While most Irish cuisine focuses on the home-cooked, hearty dishes in the countryside, you may still find some tasty options in Dublin.
The typical greasy lunch may be at Leo Burdocks Fish n’ Chips. After becoming well-known for supporting the troops in the 1916 war for independence, Leo Burdocks began receiving visits from prominent people and politicians worldwide.
3. Visit the Trinity College Library for the Afternoon
Located in the soul of Dublin, Trinity College is widely recognized as a significant cultural hub for all of Ireland. Bring a book and relax in the campus’s beautiful gardens if you visit during a sunny period.
Don’t forget to bring your camera! Trinity College is home to the world-famous Book of Kells and a zoological museum, theater, and science gallery. More than a thousand years have passed since the writing of the four Gospels collected here.
Instead of just stopping to take pictures of the Book of Kells and leaving, We’d encourage you to explore the rest of Trinity College.
4. Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral is the oldest building in Dublin, having been constructed in 1030. It also has the largest crypt in all of Great Britain and Ireland. The guided tour is ideal for gaining insight into the Cathedral’s vibrant history, and there are frequent events where visitors can live out a small slice of the Cathedral’s past for themselves.
If you happen to be in Dublin on a Sunday, you may stroll along the river and hear the bells from Christ Church Cathedral ring out.
The best part is that you may enter the church and chime in the bells yourself! If you’re interested, you can sign up for the rehearsal on Friday before the main event on Sunday.
5. Go on a tour of Dublin Castle.
The walls of Dublin Castle have seen better days; if only they could recount their tales! The Dublin Castle, situated on an 11-acre plot in the city’s heart, is home to the Chapel Royal, the Chester Beatty Library, the Garda Museum, and the Revenue Museum.
One of the best small European museums, the Chester Beatty Library houses priceless European and Chinese cultural items. It deserves a good chunk of your day.
6. Ha'penny Bridge for a walk
Ha’penny Bridge, one of the most well-known landmarks in Dublin, was the first pedestrian bridge to carry people across the river.
A half-cent (ha’penny!) was required to pass from Ireland when it opened in 1816. Get a great view of the river that cuts through the middle of the city by following the path millions of tourists have trodden throughout the years.