City walks in Dublin
Ireland
Ireland's vibrant capital Dublin never seems to stand still. With the charm of a cosy village and the ambience of the big city, Dublin manages the balancing act between tradition and modernity. Discover Dublin with the world-famous Temple Bar district and Trinity College on a city tour on your own!
The 10 most beautiful city walks in Dublin
Can you explore Dublin on foot?
Yes, definitely! The city centre in particular is often easy to reach. However, if you want to visit more distant parts of the city, such as the Howth peninsula, you should take the train or a taxi.
How many days should you plan to stay in Dublin?
How many days should you plan for Dublin?
You should plan at least three days to get a real impression of Ireland's capital city.
The location of the city itself is very good.
The location of the former Viking village and today's capital of Ireland is almost fairytale-like. The gentle hills of the Big Island rise in the background, while the city itself is idyllically crossed by the River Liffey. Dublin's bay and the associated access to the Irish Sea also add to the city's popularity.
Inside, life pulsates - during the day, locals and tourists alike bustle about in countless cafes, admire works of art or the city's historic buildings on a city tour, or enjoy the mild weather by the river, in the bay or in the park.
Turning night into day
As soon as darkness falls, people gather in the well-known entertainment district of Temple Bar. You can enjoy a drink or two there with live music and a lively atmosphere. The dark Irish beer Guinness, which has been brewed in the city since 1759, is particularly popular. If you want to learn more about the almost black drink the next day, you can visit the Guinness Storehouse on a city tour. At the brewery, you will learn everything about Ireland's cult beer, from its history to the brewing process to tasting the stout.
A walk to Dublin's sights
If you don't fancy a night out in Temple Bar, explore the city on your own or take a guided tour. The historic yet modern city has a number of sights worth seeing for you.
For example, those interested in history should visit Dublin Castle in Dame Street in the middle of the old town. A castle was built on this site as early as the 13th century, but the current buildings date mainly from the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, the Irish government resides there. However, you should not miss a guided tour of this monumental building!
Dublin Castle is a former fortress in the old city of Dublin. Today it is still used by the ...
Did you know that Dublin is a UNESCO City of Literature? On a guided city tour with a literary background, fans of the written word can learn all about famous authors such as James Joyce, Oscar Wilde or Bram Stoker and perhaps even follow in the footsteps of their heroes. A visit to Joyce's alma mater, Belvedere College, or to the Yeats exhibition in the National Library will make Bücherwarmers' hearts flutter.
What must I see in Dublin?
On a guided tour of Ireland's capital city, you are sure to notice the many cathedrals that dot the cityscape. The most famous are St. Patrick's Cathedral and Christ Church. Their imposing architecture has been impressing visitors for 800 years. There are also many surprises waiting inside the sacred buildings. For example, the embalmed heart of St Laurence O'Toole, which is kept in a heart-shaped stone in Christ Church.
Other things to see during a city tour in Dublin:
- Kilmainham Gaol
- Phoenix Park
- EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum Dublin
- Grafton Street
- St. Stephen's Green
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