About Dublin Taxi Tours
33, Dun Emer Walk, Lusk, Co.Dublin,Ireland
Customised Tours & Transfers for Dublin & Surrounds.
Open 8am - 8pm. e: info@aboutdublintaxitours.com
33, Dun Emer Walk, Lusk, Co.Dublin,Ireland
Customised Tours & Transfers for Dublin & Surrounds.
Open 8am - 8pm. e: info@aboutdublintaxitours.com
Aboutdublintaxitours.com
Since 2008. All rights reserved.
Since 2008. All rights reserved.
Dublin (Irish: Baile Atha Cliath, "Town of the Hurdled Ford") is the thriving capital city of the Republic of Ireland. It is noteworthy in terms of its vibrancy, its nightlife and its tourist attractions, and is the most popular entry point for international visitors to Ireland. As a city it is disproportionately large for the size of the country,well over a quarter of the Republic's population lives in the metropolitan area. The centre is, however, relatively small and can be navigated by foot, with most of the population living in sprawling suburbs
Dublin is split into two halves by the River Liffey. On the North side of the Liffey is O'Connell St. - the main thoroughfare which is intersected by numerous shopping streets, including Henry Street and Talbot Street. On the South side is St. Stephen's Green, Grafton St. (shopping), Trinity College, Christ Church and St. Patrick's Cathedrals, and many other attractions.
Dublin postcodes range from Dublin 1 to Dublin 24. Odd numbers are given North of the river Liffey, while even numbers are given to areas South of the river, As a general rule the lower the postcode the closer you are to the city centre. This may become slightly distorted as you head into the suburbs but generally follow the north south divide.
If you're already in the city, the main tourist office, located in St. Andrews Church just off Grafton St. in the city centre, is a good place to start for information. You can book accommodations and tours there as well as find general information on where to go and what to do.
The National Museum, National Library and National Gallery are located very close to one another, near Government buildings in Dublin 2. All three are worth a visit, not least because they are free of charge!
In the summer peak season, Dublin's top attractions can get packed. Show up early to beat the crowds.
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin 2, ? +353 1 6777444
( e-mail marketing@museum.ie, fax: +353 1 6777450), (web:www.museum.ie). Tu-Sa 10AM-5PM; Su 2PM-5PM, closed Mon, Christmas Day and Good Friday. Archaeology
and History. Other locations: Decorative Arts & History at Collins Barrack, Benburb Street, Dublin 7. Natural History at Merrion Street, Dublin 2. Please note, the Natural History Collection is currently closed to the public. Free entrance.
The National Gallery of Ireland, Merrion Square West & Clare Street, Dublin 2
(DART Pearse Station will get you to within five minutes from the Gallery.),
+353 1 6615133 (e-mail info@ngi.ie, fax: +353 1 6615372), (web:www.nationalgallery.ie) Mon-Sat 9:30AM-5:30PM (till 8:30PM on Thurs) and Sun 12PM-5:30PM. Closed Good Friday and Dec 24-26. National collection of Irish and European Art. Free entrance.
Irish Museum of Modern Art, Military Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, ? +353 1 6129900 (e-mail info@imma.ie, fax: +353 1 612 9999), (web:www.modernart.ie) Tu-Sa 10AM-5:30PM (opens 10:30AM on Wed), 12PM-5:30PM on Su and Bank Holidays. Closed on Mon. Summer Late Opening until 8.00pm on Thursdays from 5 June 18 September.. Modern & contemporary art, formal gardens & cafe. Free entrance.
Old Library at Trinity College & Book of Kells, College Green, Dublin 2, ? +353 1 896 2320 (e-mail adiffley@tcd.ie, fax: +353 1 896 2690),(web:www.tcd.ie/library/heritage/index) . Mon-Sat 9:30AM-5PM, Sun (May-Sept) 9:30AM (12PM Oct-Apr)-5:30PM. Closed Dec 23 - Jan 1.. The gorgeously illustrated original manuscript of the Book of Kells is the main draw here, but the massive Long Hall of the Old library itself is equally if not even more impressive. Adults €9, +€2 for optional guided tour. Students & seniors €8, children under 12 free. Family admission €18..
Dublin Castle, Dublin 2, ? +353 1 677 7129 (e-mail info@dublincastle.ie, fax: +353 679 7831), (web:www.dublincastle.ie). Mon-Fri 10AM-5:45PM. Sat, Sun & Holidays. Former seat of British rule in Ireland. Guided Tour Prices Adults: €4.50, students €3.50, children €2, alternative Tour of Chapel Royal & Undercroft €3.50.
Chester Beatty Library, Dublin Castle, Dublin 2, ? +353 1 407 0750 (e-mail info@cbl.ie, fax: +353 1 407 0760),(web:www.cbl.ie) Sat 11AM-5PM, Sun 1PM-5PM, Mon-Fri 10AM-5PM (Closed on Mon from Oct-Apr). Contains a wide selection of early books and manuscripts, including sacred texts and manuscripts. European Museum of the Year 2002. Free entry.
Christ Church Cathedral, Christ Church Place, Dublin 2, ? +353 1 677 8099 (e-mail email@cccdub.ie), (web:www.cccdub.ie) June-Aug 9AM-6PM, Sept-May 9:45 - 5 or 6PM. dating back to the 11th century, is the oldest building in Dublin, though it underwent a massive restoration in the 19th century. Particularly interesting is the crypt, which predates the cathedral. Connected to the cathedral is the exhibition "Dublinia", which contains a great deal of information about Dublin during the middle ages. Adults €6, students €4, children with parent free..
Kilmainham Gaol (Irish: Priosun Chill Mhaighneann) is a former prison, located in Kilmainham in Dublin, which is now a museum.Kilmainham Gaol played an important part in Irish history, as many leaders of Irish rebellions were imprisoned and some executed in the prison by the British and latterly in 1923 by the Irish Free State.Over the 128 years it served as a prison, its cells held many of the most famous people involved in the campaign for Irish independence. The British imprisoned and executed the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising here.
Guinness Storehouse, St James's Gate, Dublin 8, ? 353 1 408 4800, (web:www.guinness-storehouse.com). Daily 9:30AM-5PM. Closed Good Friday and Dec 24-26. Retells the story of Dublin's most famous drink. The exhibition is interesting and is self-guided. Price of entry includes a pint at the seventh floor Gravity Bar, which has good views over Dublin and forms the head of the giant pint of Guinness formed by the atrium. If the taste is a bit too bitter for you, ask for blackcurrant in your pint - but beware, this will upset the purists!
Outside tourists will encounter horse drawn carriages for hire. Beware as they charge €30 for the short 2km ride back to the city centre. Adults €15 (10% discount for booking online), students and seniors €11, children 6-12 €5.
Old Jameson Distillery, Bow Street Distillery, Smithfield, Dublin, ? 353 1 8072355, (web:www.jamesonwhiskey.com/ojd/index.php) Daily 9:30AM-6PM. Last tour at 5:30.
Closed Good Friday and Christmas holidays. Factory tour and whiskey tasting. After the video, make sure you raise your hand because they pick four people to volunteer for taste testing later in the tour! Adult €12.50, students and seniors €10, families €25.
Closed Good Friday and Christmas holidays. Factory tour and whiskey tasting. After the video, make sure you raise your hand because they pick four people to volunteer for taste testing later in the tour! Adult €12.50, students and seniors €10, families €25.
Catch a hurling or gaelic football game at the sports headquarters, the 82,500 seat, state-of-the-art stadium, Croke Park. (web:www.gaa.ie)These sports are uniquely Irish. Hurling is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the fastest field sport, with the ball (called a sliotar) reaching speeds above 130 kph. Gaelic football can best be described as a combination of soccer and rugby. To keep the sports "pure," it maintains an amateur status, with each parish in Ireland having a team - the inter-county games are generally extremely well-supported, so you may have difficulty getting tickets for the bigger matches. Tours of the GAA museum and the stadium are also available, including a chance to try your hand at the sports themselves (web:www.museum.gaa.ie)
O'CONNELL ST, SPIRE & GPO
Irish Museum of Modern Art
Trinity College
Dublin Castle
Christ Church Cathedral
Please note that entry fee's may vary and are not included in the tour price
Kilmainham Gaol
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Built in honour of Irelands patron saint, Saint Patricks Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin.
The parish church of Saint Patrick on this site was granted collegiate status in 1191, and raised to cathedral status in 1224. The present building dates from 1220. The Cathedral is today the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland (a church of the Anglican communion).
Today the Cathedral is open to all people as an architectural and historical site, but principally as a place of worship. Charges are made for those visiting for sightseeing and these contributions directly support the future of this holy and historic building.
