Things to Do in Dublin
50 curated spots from Dublin itineraries
Activities & Attractions
30 curated experiences
Guinness Storehouse
Self-paced tour ending in Gravity Bar (10min walk)
2h · $25
Trinity College & Book of Kells
Skip-the-line library tour with ancient manuscript.
1h 30m · $35
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
Interactive exhibits on Irish diaspora stories.
2h · $22
National Gallery of Ireland
Irish and European art in light-filled galleries.
1h 30m · Free
Temple Bar Pub Crawl
Bar-hop with live traditional Irish music; free explore nearby pubs after.
3h · Free-$20
Christ Church Cathedral
Explore 1,000-year-old cathedral, crypt with mummified cat, and medieval history.
1h · $12
Dublin Castle
State apartments, gardens, and medieval undercroft tour.
1h 15m · $10
Guinness Storehouse & Gravity Bar
Self-guided tour through the story of Guinness, ending with a pint in the panoramic Gravity Bar overlooking Dublin.[1]
2h · $30-40
National Botanic Gardens
Exotic conservatories and riverside paths (Bus 11, 15min)
2h · $10
Phoenix Park
Stroll deer-enclosed meadows, Victorian flower gardens; rent bikes for fitness.
2h · Free
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Explore Gothic architecture, Jonathan Swift's tomb, peaceful close.
1h 15m · $12
St. Stephen's Green
Fitness walk around lake, swan boats, hidden waterfall.
1h 30m · Free
Dublin Castle & Chester Beatty
Tour the castle grounds, State Apartments, and then explore the excellent (often free) Chester Beatty collection behind the castle.[1]
2h · $15-20 (castle), Chester Beatty often free
Grafton Street & Shopping
Browse luxury shops, street performers, and souvenirs.
1h 30m · Varies
Howth Market
Browse local crafts and seafood; 5-min walk from hike end.
1h · Varies
Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Modern distillery tour and tasting of award-winning whiskeys.
1h 15m · $25
Book of Kells & Trinity College
Ancient manuscript viewed in the atmospheric Long Room library with soaring ceilings and 200,000+ volumes. Allow time to explore Trinity's cobblestone courtyards and quads. Audio guide included.
2h · $20-25 per person
Bull Island Dunes Hike
UNESCO reserve birdwatching.
1h · Free
Carrickgollogan Forest Walk
Easy-moderate trails, mine chimney views; bus 15 40min. Medium fitness, rain backup St Stephen’s.
2h · Free
Chester Beatty Library
Free rare books, Asian art exhibits.
1h · Free
Chimney Park & Samuel Beckett Bridge
Riverside strolls and modern architecture
1h 30m · Free
Chimney Viewing Tower
360° views from free tower platform.
45m · Free
Christ Church Cathedral & Crypt Exploration
Stunning 12th-century cathedral with soaring medieval architecture. Explore the atmospheric crypt (oldest part of Dublin), climb to the roof for city views. 60-90 min visit.
1h 30m · $11 per person
Christ Church Cathedral & St Patrick’s Cathedral
Visit the medieval Christ Church Cathedral, then walk 10 minutes to St Patrick’s Cathedral and its small park to appreciate their architecture and role in Dublin’s history.[1][4][5]
2h · $20-25 (combined)
Christ Church Cathedral Evenings
Lit-up crypt tour and choral music.
1h 15m · $20
Cliffs of Moher Premium Tour
Small-group day trip with puffin spotting; Viator operator, layers essential.
8h · $120
Collins Barracks Museum
Military history, fashion; free.
1h 30m · Free
Custom House Quay Walk
Riverside stroll with street performers and modern architecture.
45m · Free
Day Trip: Cliffs of Moher
Guided bus tour with coastal walks (20 min transit buffer).
8h · $70
Dollymount Strand Walk
3mi beach, birds, kitesurf watch; DART 20min. Kayak rental backup $20 if budget stretch.
2h · FreeRestaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Queen of Tarts
Artisan tarts and salads; try lemon tart.
45m · $20-35 per person
Brother Hubbard
Middle Eastern-Irish fusion; ricotta hotcakes or shakshuka.
1h · $20-35 per person
The Winding Stair
Irish produce-focused; order smoked haddock or Dingle crab with soda bread.
1h 15m · $40-70 per person
Bewley's Oriental Cafe
Historic yet modern with Irish coffees and blends.
1h · $20-35 per person
Leo Burdock
Classic fish and chips; traditional Irish.
45m · $20-30 per person
Chapter One
Michelin-starred; innovative Irish tasting menu.
2h · $120-150 per person
Etto
Italian-Irish small plates like handmade pasta and local fish.
1h 45m · $55-80 per person
The Brazen Head
Ireland's oldest pub (1198); Irish stew and live music vibes.
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Bewley’s Grafton Street
Iconic café on Grafton Street; share a full Irish breakfast or pastries with good coffee before sightseeing.
1h · $15-25 per person
Bread 41
Artisan bakery; sourdough toast or pastries with coffee.
45m · $15-25 per person
Brother Hubbard (North)
Trendy café offering Middle Eastern‑influenced brunch dishes and great coffee in an airy space north of the Liffey.
1h · $18-25 per person
Insomnia Coffee Co.
Gourmet sandwiches, Irish stew, outdoor seating.
45m · $13-19 per person
The Cake Cafe
Artisan cakes and coffee in creative space
1h · $15-25 per person
The Fumbally
Causal local cafe with avocado toast and coffee
1h · $15-25 per person
The Woollen Mills
Bright, relaxed spot overlooking the Ha’penny Bridge; try the seafood chowder, soda bread, or a hearty sandwich with Irish ingredients.
1h 15m · $18-28 per person
1854 Cafe (Storehouse)
Pub grub with Guinness pairings
1h · $20-30 per person
Abbey Tavern
Seafood chowder or fisherman's pie post-hike.
1h · $30-50 per person
Alone Falcon
Korean-Irish fusion bao and ramen
1h · $20-30 per person
Arthur's All Day Dining
Comfort pub fare like coddle stew, veggie options.
1h 15m · $16-24 per person
Aster
Scandi-Irish fusion like rye porridge.
1h · $25-40 per person