What to do in Dublin

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#2 Little Museum of Dublin

Little Museum

The Little Museum of Dublin is a great orientation to Dublin.

It houses a crowd sourced collection donated by Dublin resident. Take a walk through its four floors of Dublin history.

There's even a floor dedicated to U2. And guess what? U2 visited the museum once!

#3 Sweny's

Sweny's apothecary is a really cool store with medicines, photographs, and prescriptions from the turn of the 19th century.

This pharmacy is the actual pharmacy featured in ames Joyce’s Ulysses. They have daily readings of James Joyce and they sell the famous lemon soap that made the shop famous.

The volunteers can tell you a lot of stories about Joyce, Dublin's history and the shop.

#4 Newman University Church

Newman University Church Interior

Take a walking tour to find hidden gems of Dublin. Our guide took us to a hidden gem that even many Dubliners don't know about.

The Newman University Church is a small yet beautiful and tranquil church. It's filled with colourful motifs, lattice work, and paintings.

As a non religious person myself, I have a difficult time explaining what I see in a church and I am no different with Newman University Church.

All I know is that it was beautiful and a lovely stop on our walking tour. See more at the University Church.

#5 Croke Park

Croke Park is the third largest stadium in all of Europe.

Visit the GAA Museum for everything Gaelic Games and its history and take the Etihad Skyline Tour Walk!

The rooftop walk takes you 44 metres high for a birds eye view of the hurling field and great panoramic city views of Dublin Ireland.

If you are looking for something adventurous, this is the place to be! Book your tour with Get Your Guide.

#6 Ha' Penny Bridge

Dublin's Ha'Penny Bridge

The Ha'Penny Bridge is a pedestrian bridge connecting the two sides of the River Liffey.

When it was originally built, it cost half a pence to cross, hence the name Ha' Penny Bridge.

Before this bridge was built, people used to cross the river using ferries. Today there are many bridges crossing to each side, but this was the original and most significant historically.

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#7 Temple Bar

One of the things you have to do when you are in Dublin is visit the Temple Bar district.

Temple Bar is a lively area on the South Bank of the River Liffey. It's party time here with several pubs and clubs waiting to serve you a good time.

Talented street musicians perform and play tunes and it is always busy and crowded. Don't make the mistake of staying in the area, you'll never get a good night's sleep.

But there is more to Temple Bar than just a party, many of Dublin's cultural institutions have set up shop here including the Irish Film Institute, The Irish Photography Centre and Even the Irish Stock Exchange.

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#8 Painted Doors

See the painted doors on Baggot Street and Leeson

In the 1700s, a building boom started in Dublin.

Construction began and the Georgian period was born. There is one street that still has the longest Georgian style architecture in Dublin.

It is said that back in the day, many a drunk Irishman walked into the wrong house after a night at the pub.

This led to people painting their doors different bright colours to distinguish from each other. How smart is that?

Best places to view the painted doors - Merrion Square, Baggot Street, Leeson Street, Fitzwilliam Square

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#9 National Gallery

Visit the National Gallery

Make sure to include museums and galleries in your Dublin itinerary.

Admission to the National Gallery is free. If if you like art, you will enjoy this.

It houses an extensive collection of Irish and European art, and it's located right in the heart of the city. For more information visit the Dublin National Gallery.

Other museums to check out include the Irish Emigration Museum and the Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum.

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#12 Trinity College

Visit the Library and Book of Kells

Trinity College makes for a beautiful stroll on a sunny afternoon. Dating back to 1592, Trinity College is Ireland's oldest university.

The historic buildings, gardens and monuments are worth a visit. What it is most famous for is its library housing the Book of Kells.

The Book of Kells was written in 800 AD by a group of monks and was buried in the ground for safe keeping against the Vikings. In the 1600s it was rediscovered and sent to Trinity College where it has been ever since.

Take a Heritage Walking Tour to learn about Trinity College and other historical sights in Dublin.

#13 Botanical Gardens

Botanical Gardens

For serenity, a visit to the Botanical Gardens. It is located  just 3 km outside the city is another pleasant afternoon idea. Entrance if free and the gardens are famous for the wrought iron glass houses.

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#14 Oscar Wilde's House

Visit Oscar Wilde's House

At the address of No. 1 Merrion Square you'll see the childhood home of Oscar Wilde.

Be sure to look in the park across the street to see the statue of the famous writer and poet, Oscar Wilde. He's relaxing while looking back at his home. It's quite serene.

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#15 Go to a Pub

Go to a Pub when visit Dublin

If you really want to get a feel for Dublin, you must visit one of the many historic pubs.

I think visiting a pub is one of the most memorable things to do in Dublin. (If you don't drink too much that is. If you do, you might not remember a thing!)

Enjoy a pint of beer and have a chat with the locals. You'll feel that you have stepped back in time and it will leave you with a warm a fuzzy feeling all over.

Ireland is also known for its whiskey. Why not try a whiskey tasting tour while you're in Dublin?

#16 Take a Lazy Bike Tour

Take a Lazy Bike Tour Through Dublin

One of our favourite tours of Dublin was with Lazy Bike Tours. You can book a tour with them on an e-bike through Get Your Guide. For a tour on a regular bicycle, check out this one.

Dublin is a lovely city that we found to be best enjoyed by foot. Walk along the River Liffey, get lost in the maze of streets and enjoy the atmosphere and energy.

So there you have it, those are our suggestions for the best things to do in Dublin.

Did we miss anything? Do you have a suggestion? Leave them in the comments below.

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