Discover the Best of Dublin, Ireland in Just 2 Days
Hello, this is Dublin, a lively city that is also the capital of Ireland. I wouldn’t recommend it to be honest I don’t need to because despite of having a very short vacation in Dublin that was enough to experienced the beauty of Ireland because: history, attractive architecture, wal and most of all the friendly Irish people and the examples of Irish culture that were too obvious to ignore. Here are some tips that if followed make it easier for the visitor to find his way around and get the best experience of his short trip. Let’s dive in!
Day 1: Exploring Dublin City Center
If you are planning to start your tour from Dublin, you must first begin your first day in the Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university. Strolling around the campus is pleasant, and do not miss visiting Book of Kells a elaborated medieval manuscript in the Old Library.
The next place to visit is the historic Dublin Castle located in the central part of the city. Learn about the history of the Royal family and see the luxurious interiors of the State Apartments, go outside and enjoy splendid view of buildings and in the meantime relax and make a walk in the park.
A trip to Dublin and not visit the prison popular as the Kilmainham Gaol would be incomplete. The prison has lots of historical value as it was used in the fight for Ireland’s independence, and thus the guide in the history tour is very enthralling.
As for lunch, Temple Bar, which is the heart of Dublin’s cultural area, is a must. It has many noisy pubs, constant music, and numerous people that makes it closely related to the night life. Take a Guinness, get some Irish food and drink in the air and temperament of the attractive clinics.
Afterward, you should proceed to another interesting destination of the country – the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology. Here you have a look at the history of the country as evident by the Tara Brooch, and bog bodies.
Bring your evening trip by taking a one hour slow and relaxed walk at the River Liffey and cross the iconic Ha’penny Bridge as you enjoy the beautiful scenery of the city skyline.
Day 2: Embracing Dublin’s Culture and Nature
Start with the second day at the Guinness Storehouse. Simply wander through the different exhibition floors to discover more on a Ireland’s leading export, take the Guinness brewery voyage, overlook the city of Dublin from Gravity bar while taking a free Guinness draft.
Then proceed to National Gallery of Ireland which houses one of the finest artworks in Europe. The artwork varies from strictly historic art pieces to contemporary pieces that will interest any art lover and provoking the new generation art admirer.
Take your afternoon to go for a stroll at the Phoenix Park, which is one of the largest parks of the European cities. One can choose to bicycle or take a walk around the beautiful landscapes, take pictures with the beautiful lake or even visit the Dublin Zoo, an important and attractive point of fascination of the park.
In the evening, do a scenic walk along the South Wall and enjoy the magnificent view of the Dublin Bay and the Martello Towers. If you have a chance take a trip to Howth Peninsula which is not far from the city and have a seafood while admiring the beauty of the sea.
Final Thoughts
Although it may seem like just two days, Dublin has a lot to offer and one may want to have a taste of the city and its vibrant culture. This guide has therefore outlined your tour plan and ensured that you got an overall coverage of virtually all the key attractions of the city. Dublin’s spirit is such that you will definitely want more when you leave and regardless of whatever pretexts you may desire to use to come back to Dublin, you will realize that it is actually an excellent excuse to go back deeper into the ring.
Have a great time and safe journey you while rendering your sightseeing around Dublin city.
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