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April 30 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Planning the Perfect Trip to Dublin

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Dublin is arguably the most popular urban centre in Ireland and one of the top tourist destinations in the country. The city boasts natural beauty, urban skyscapes, and a rich history. If you want to enjoy the best of both worlds, you should definitely plan a visit to Dublin while you’re in Ireland.

The people of Dublin will not only welcome you with open arms but also ensure that you have a complete and fulfilling Irish experience. Planning to stay in Dublin while you’re in Ireland? Here’s how you can plan the perfect trip to this magnificent city.

The Dublin Pub Life

As soon as you step foot in Dublin, the one thing that’ll quickly become obvious to you is the pub culture in the city. In fact, you’ll find pubs in all the nooks and crannies of Dublin that will welcome you with a cheery feel and a warm crowd. There will also be times when the locals in these pubs will come up to you and introduce themselves. They may also buy a drink for you but make sure to buy a round for them as well.

Ireland is home to Guinness, and some of the world’s finest whiskey, so the city is definitely a paradise for you if you’re an alcohol lover. If you want to have an authentic pub experience, you should make sure to visit the popular Temple Bar while you’re in Dublin.

Enjoy the Natural Beauty of Dublin

When you think of Ireland, you imagine plenty of greenery and mesmerizing natural beauty. In addition to the cityscape, Dublin also has an abundant share of natural Irish beauty that you can enjoy while you’re there. Here are some places you can feast your eyes on while you’re in the city:

  • Portmarnock Beach
  • Howth
  • National Botanic Gardens
  • Blessington Street Basin
  • Iveagh Gardens
  • Grand Canal Dock

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Historical Sites In or Near Dublin

Whether you’re interested in Christian or Irish history, Dublin is the ultimate place to be. This is because of the city’s proximity to historic sites that can easily be covered in short day trips. Here are some historic places you should visit while you’re in the city:

  • Dublin Castle
  • Customs House
  • Duke of Wellington Memorial
  • Famine Memorial Departing Area and Famine Ship Replica
  • Kilmainham Jail
  • Cliffs of Moher and the Burren
  • Medieval Kilkenny City
  • County Meath (particularly Trim, Brú na Boinne, Hill of Tara, and Hill of Slane)
  • County Derry
  • County Antrim
  • Wicklow Way

In addition to these places, you should also visit Guinness Brewery, St Patrick Cathedral, Christ Church, Phoenix Park, and Leinster House while you’re in Dublin.

Planning to take an Irish ancestry tour during your trip to Dublin? At My Ireland Family Heritage, we have seasoned researchers who can trace your Irish roots through quality Irish genealogy and ancestry research. We can also plan a personalized genealogy tour that you can easily take while you’re in the city.

Our one-day family heritage tours and Irish ancestry and genealogy tours are also a great choices for you if you’re short on time. Contact us now to learn more about our services.

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