Dublin and its surroundings in 10 days


Trip description

If you have between 7 and 10 days on site, you can visit the main sites and museums, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Dublin, and even allow yourself some excursions in the surroundings. Dublin is the official capital of the Republic of Ireland. A cosmopolitan city, young and lively, it has experienced unprecedented growth for several years. There is no shortage of activities, and this city is a real paradise for tourism. Here is a presentation of this colourful capital but which has nevertheless kept its human scale.

Day 1: Dublin's must-see attractions

Day 2: Irish stroll

Day 3: Artistic treasures

Day 4: Visit and beer break...

Day 5: The Garden of Ireland

Day 6: Dublin, by the sea

Day 7: In the Boyne Valley

Day 8: Connemara Lakes...

Day 9: Cliffs of Moher

Day 10: Last day in Dublin

Day 1 : Dublin's must-see attractions

Day1 : Dublin's must-see attractions ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


Discover the city. Visit Trinity College and admire The Book of Kells. Then go up Grafton Street and walk around the Georgian district. It is here that there are great museums, such as the National Museum of History and Archaeology or the National Gallery, which deserve special attention. Spend the evening in a pub (or several) in Temple Bar, a tourist district par excellence.




Day 2 : Irish stroll

Day2 : Irish stroll ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


Head to the north shore: walk along the docks, past Custom House, then stroll along the busy O'Connell Street and up to Parnell Square where Dublin Writer's Museum and the Hugh Lane Gallery are located. Then, go near Smithfield Square to visit the old Jameson distillery. You will admire the architecture of this district, not to mention the Four Courts, the massive silhouette of the courthouse topped by a heavy rotunda with columns. If you have time, go to Phoenix Park.




Day 3 : Artistic treasures

Day3 : Artistic treasures ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


The morning is devoted to a visit to the magnificent Chester Beatty Library, which opens a window on the artistic treasures of the world's great cultures and religions. Then walk around Dublin Castle, where you can discover part of the city's medieval history. In the afternoon, visit Kilmainham Prison, which will tell you a lot about the history of its prisoners and their fight for independence. You can then go to the Royal Kilmainham Hospital where the Museum of Modern Art is located. In the evening, deserved relaxation in a traditional pub with live music.




Day 4 : Visit and beer break...

Day4 : Visit and beer break... ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


Visit Guinness Storehouse and enjoy the panoramic view of the city from its Gravity Bar on the top floor. Then walk through the historic Liberties district before reaching St. Patrick's Cathedral and Christchurch in the medieval district. In the evening, if by any chance a Gaelic football match is planned in Croke Park, go ahead! Atmosphere guaranteed!




Day 5 : The Garden of Ireland



Three quarters of an hour's drive from downtown, the Wicklow Mountains promise you a great getaway and a breath of fresh air. These low-lying mountains are crossed by winding roads that cut through forests, streams and fields populated by black-headed sheep. A break in the Powerscourt garden beautifully laid out around a castle with a breathtaking view of the Wicklow Mountains. The route continues to Glendalough, the starting point for more or less long walks around its lakes. Amateur photographers will undoubtedly appreciate Glendalough Cemetery, with its tall narrow stone tower built in the middle of round tombs and dolmens.




Day 6 : Dublin, by the sea

Day6 : Dublin, by the sea ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


Dublin, by the sea. We're heading for one of the coastal cities on the outskirts of Dublin: Howth, Malahide, Dalkey..., all accessible by the DART (equivalent to our suburban train). There, we will visit the area quietly, without forgetting to enjoy a good meal made with fish and seafood.




Day 7 : In the Boyne Valley



We go north to the Boyne Valley, where the Battle of the Boyne took place, and which saw the victory of the Protestants over the Catholics in 1690, a valley rich in Celtic sites, and we can visit Hill of Tara, a pagan site of which there is almost nothing left, as well as the Neolithic sites of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth, listed as Unesco world heritage sites.




Day 8 : Connemara Lakes...

Day8 : Connemara Lakes... ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


It is now Connemara, in the west of Ireland and a three-hour drive from Dublin, which is available to you. This beautiful region of lakes and hills faces the Atlantic Ocean and gives the opportunity for a walk on the coast. We'll finish the day with a pint in a Galway pub!




Day 9 : Cliffs of Moher



Two options for this ninth day: go back to the west of Ireland, discover Cliffs of Moher and enjoy once again this superb coast, or move north. In Northern Ireland you will discover Giant's Causeway and its volcanic formations, but also Belfast, a city in history - very recent - exciting.




Day 10 : Last day in Dublin

Day10 : Last day in Dublin ©Lawrence BANAHAN - Author's Image


On this last day, you can visit either the Wax Museum, the Leprechaun Museum, or the art galleries in Temple Bar. We'll end up with an afternoon of shopping. From store to store, you can stroll through Dublin's shopping streets: Grafton and Clarendon Streets, St Stephen Green Shopping Center, Pearse Street; and on the north shore, O'Connell, Abbey, Henry and Saint Mary Streets... in search of books, clothing, designer or vintage shops.




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