Jojo’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Kilmainham Gaol was decommissioned as a prison by the Irish Free State government in 1924. Seen principally as a site of oppression and suffering, there was at this time no declared interest in its preservation as a monument to the struggle for national independence.
568 locals recommend
Kilmainham Gaol Museum
Inchicore Road
Kilmainham Gaol was decommissioned as a prison by the Irish Free State government in 1924. Seen principally as a site of oppression and suffering, there was at this time no declared interest in its preservation as a monument to the struggle for national independence.
Memorial gardens are areas planted for a specific purpose. That purpose is to remember someone or something special.
Beautiful place to visit, it has such beautiful geometric set up.
It is both serene and elegant. No matter the amount of people in it, it maintains a calming and comforting atmosphere. I see plenty of people visiting this place with their pets, mostly for walks. The terrain is slightly elevated in one corner of the garden, giving a perfect viewing angle to take a look at the entire area. On one side, the garden extends as far as the bank of river Liffey. One could continue to walk along the river bank as far as Chapelizod. It is a walking path also shared by cyclists and therefore, one needs to be cautious about that. There are two sunken rose gardens with ponds at their centre. The symmetrical design is evident when one gets to the actual memorial, for it stands in between the two sunken gardens.
72 locals recommend
Irish National War Memorial Gardens
Island BridgeMemorial gardens are areas planted for a specific purpose. That purpose is to remember someone or something special.
Beautiful place to visit, it has such beautiful geometric set up.
It is both serene and elegant. No matter the amount of people in it, it maintains a calming and comforting atmosphere. I see plenty of people visiting this place with their pets, mostly for walks. The terrain is slightly elevated in one corner of the garden, giving a perfect viewing angle to take a look at the entire area. On one side, the garden extends as far as the bank of river Liffey. One could continue to walk along the river bank as far as Chapelizod. It is a walking path also shared by cyclists and therefore, one needs to be cautious about that. There are two sunken rose gardens with ponds at their centre. The symmetrical design is evident when one gets to the actual memorial, for it stands in between the two sunken gardens.
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The Phoenix Park has been the location for a number of major events – from an international motor-racing event in 1929 to the visit of Pope John Paul II in 1979, when more than a million people attended the celebrations. The park itself is exceptionally scenic. A large herd of fallow deer still calls it home.
Beautiful park with many little and big friendly animals. The park is huge so make sure to take the necessary time to explore. You will find multiple animals in the park, including lovely deer. Sometimes it takes a while to find them, so be prepared to stroll around for a bit before you spot them all.
The park also has multiple monuments and buildings, nothing extremely impressive but still worth to pass them by on your route. Definitely also recommend to picnic here - which is allowed.
1242 locals recommend
Phoenix Park
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The Phoenix Park has been the location for a number of major events – from an international motor-racing event in 1929 to the visit of Pope John Paul II in 1979, when more than a million people attended the celebrations. The park itself is exceptionally scenic. A large herd of fallow deer still calls it home.
Beautiful park with many little and big friendly animals. The park is huge so make sure to take the necessary time to explore. You will find multiple animals in the park, including lovely deer. Sometimes it takes a while to find them, so be prepared to stroll around for a bit before you spot them all.
The park also has multiple monuments and buildings, nothing extremely impressive but still worth to pass them by on your route. Definitely also recommend to picnic here - which is allowed.
Dublin Zoo, in Phoenix Park, Dublin, is a zoo in Ireland, and one of Dublin's most popular attractions. Established and designed in 1830 by Decimus Burton, it opened the following year. Today it focuses on conservation projects, breeding programmes, and growing awareness for animals.
Lots of animals from around the world and all staff seem to be friendly. Food and drinks served around the zoo too with toilets placed along the route.
351 locals recommend
Dublin Zoo
Zoo RoadDublin Zoo, in Phoenix Park, Dublin, is a zoo in Ireland, and one of Dublin's most popular attractions. Established and designed in 1830 by Decimus Burton, it opened the following year. Today it focuses on conservation projects, breeding programmes, and growing awareness for animals.
Lots of animals from around the world and all staff seem to be friendly. Food and drinks served around the zoo too with toilets placed along the route.
Christ Church Cathedral, more formally The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, is the cathedral of the United Dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough and the cathedral of the ecclesiastical province of the United Provinces of Dublin and Cashel in the Church of Ireland.
Must place to see in Dublin. The most memorable parts are interesting floor tiles (some original parts survived), the heart of Laurence O'Toole (recently returned after it was stolen for 6 years), stained glass windows, tomb of Strongbow (Richard de Clare) and the crypt. Note that it's cheaper if you take a combination ticket to Christ Church and Dublinia.
378 locals recommend
Christ Church Cathedral
Christchurch PlaceChrist Church Cathedral, more formally The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, is the cathedral of the United Dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough and the cathedral of the ecclesiastical province of the United Provinces of Dublin and Cashel in the Church of Ireland.
Must place to see in Dublin. The most memorable parts are interesting floor tiles (some original parts survived), the heart of Laurence O'Toole (recently returned after it was stolen for 6 years), stained glass windows, tomb of Strongbow (Richard de Clare) and the crypt. Note that it's cheaper if you take a combination ticket to Christ Church and Dublinia.
Saint Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 1191 as a Roman Catholic Cathedral, it is currently the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland. Christ Church Cathedral, also a Church of Ireland cathedral in Dublin, is designated as the local cathedral of the Diocese of Dublin and Glendalough.
Excellent place with an interesting history. The most interesting parts are probably the excellent floor tiles, stained glass windows, the choir with all the flags and coats of arms. Note that it's cheaper to book it on the website.
391 locals recommend
St Patrick's Cathedral
Saint Patrick's CloseSaint Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 1191 as a Roman Catholic Cathedral, it is currently the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland. Christ Church Cathedral, also a Church of Ireland cathedral in Dublin, is designated as the local cathedral of the Diocese of Dublin and Glendalough.
Excellent place with an interesting history. The most interesting parts are probably the excellent floor tiles, stained glass windows, the choir with all the flags and coats of arms. Note that it's cheaper to book it on the website.
Dublin Castle is a major Irish government complex, conference centre, and tourist attraction, of significant historical importance. It is located off Dame Street in central Dublin. Until 1922 it was the seat of the British government's administration in Ireland.
Nice castle with lots of history! Many historical figures have stayed in this castle during diplomatic visits.
403 locals recommend
Dublin Castle
Dame StreetDublin Castle is a major Irish government complex, conference centre, and tourist attraction, of significant historical importance. It is located off Dame Street in central Dublin. Until 1922 it was the seat of the British government's administration in Ireland.
Nice castle with lots of history! Many historical figures have stayed in this castle during diplomatic visits.
The Irish Museum of Modern Art also known as IMMA, is Ireland's leading national institution for the collection and presentation of modern and contemporary art.
This museum in Ireland is a wonderful museum with a lot of artwork, sculptures, modern art. It is a vast area, the exterior also holds historical information too.
358 locals recommend
Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
Military RoadThe Irish Museum of Modern Art also known as IMMA, is Ireland's leading national institution for the collection and presentation of modern and contemporary art.
This museum in Ireland is a wonderful museum with a lot of artwork, sculptures, modern art. It is a vast area, the exterior also holds historical information too.
Food scene
A must visit because a Dublin visit is simply not complete without having a Guinness at Guinness. Book tickets in advance of course. It is very very busy. Very interesting layout of the place and a good story of Guinness
The Storehouse covers seven floors surrounding a glass atrium shaped in the form of a pint of Guinness. The ground floor introduces the beer's four ingredients (water, barley, hops and yeast), and the brewery's founder, Arthur Guinness.
The pint of Guinness in the gravity bar is so worth it! The view is phenomenal and the beer is so fresh and smooth! They have a parking that is only for Guinness guests and it is only a block from the building
950 locals recommend
Guinness Storehouse
A must visit because a Dublin visit is simply not complete without having a Guinness at Guinness. Book tickets in advance of course. It is very very busy. Very interesting layout of the place and a good story of Guinness
The Storehouse covers seven floors surrounding a glass atrium shaped in the form of a pint of Guinness. The ground floor introduces the beer's four ingredients (water, barley, hops and yeast), and the brewery's founder, Arthur Guinness.
The pint of Guinness in the gravity bar is so worth it! The view is phenomenal and the beer is so fresh and smooth! They have a parking that is only for Guinness guests and it is only a block from the building
Temple Bar is a busy riverside neighbourhood, spread over cobbled pedestrian lanes. Crowded pubs host live folk music and DJ sets, and diners pack restaurants serving Asian, American and Irish cuisine. Quirky boutiques stock clothes and crafts by local designers. The National Photographic Archive highlights Ireland’s past, while the Project Arts Centre and Temple Bar Gallery + Studios shows contemporary art.
528 locals recommend
Temple Bar
Temple Bar is a busy riverside neighbourhood, spread over cobbled pedestrian lanes. Crowded pubs host live folk music and DJ sets, and diners pack restaurants serving Asian, American and Irish cuisine. Quirky boutiques stock clothes and crafts by local designers. The National Photographic Archive highlights Ireland’s past, while the Project Arts Centre and Temple Bar Gallery + Studios shows contemporary art.
Japanese/Korean-based spot offering shoji screens and karaoke booths with playlist of 40,000 songs.
Delicious food, staff are very friendly, food is fresh. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful.
Great set-up for outdoor dining! Highly highly recommend
40 locals recommend
The Lotts Cafe Bar
9 Liffey Street LowerJapanese/Korean-based spot offering shoji screens and karaoke booths with playlist of 40,000 songs.
Delicious food, staff are very friendly, food is fresh. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful.
Great set-up for outdoor dining! Highly highly recommend
Hang Dai is a futuristic, retro, fun, contemporary Chinese/Asian restaurant and music bar.
Based on Camden Street Hang Dai offers authentic Chinese in a unique setting. The dark lighting, dining booths, colour changing panels on the ceiling and neon signs all adds to the electric atmosphere.
There is as much emphasis on the drink as the food with their impressive cocktail list and late bar. Their club like vibe invites you to sip the night away once you finish a delicious meal. With great music, food and company it is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
26 locals recommend
Hang Dai Chinese
20 Camden Street LowerHang Dai is a futuristic, retro, fun, contemporary Chinese/Asian restaurant and music bar.
Based on Camden Street Hang Dai offers authentic Chinese in a unique setting. The dark lighting, dining booths, colour changing panels on the ceiling and neon signs all adds to the electric atmosphere.
There is as much emphasis on the drink as the food with their impressive cocktail list and late bar. Their club like vibe invites you to sip the night away once you finish a delicious meal. With great music, food and company it is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Situated in the heart of the vibrant residential, cultural and business district of Dublin 8, URBAN8 Kilmainham, is a casual and bustling neighbourhood bar and eatery. It’s located within easy walking distance of Kilmainham Gaol, IMMA, St James’s Hospital and Hilton Hotel Kilmainham.
URBAN8, Kilmainham is perfect for grabbing a bite to eat, having a glass of wine or just dropping in and choosing from our selection of Craft draught and bottled beer. You can always expect warm hospitality from our friendly and professional team.
93 locals recommend
Union8
740 S Circular RdSituated in the heart of the vibrant residential, cultural and business district of Dublin 8, URBAN8 Kilmainham, is a casual and bustling neighbourhood bar and eatery. It’s located within easy walking distance of Kilmainham Gaol, IMMA, St James’s Hospital and Hilton Hotel Kilmainham.
URBAN8, Kilmainham is perfect for grabbing a bite to eat, having a glass of wine or just dropping in and choosing from our selection of Craft draught and bottled beer. You can always expect warm hospitality from our friendly and professional team.
The Old Royal Oak is a bit of a hidden gem in Dublin's fair city. It's not far from Kilmainham Jail and adjacent to the Royal Hospital.
Very small and intimate. A great pint at a great price. The entire pub nests inside just one room woven with charm.
36 locals recommend
Old Royal Oak
11 Kilmainham LnThe Old Royal Oak is a bit of a hidden gem in Dublin's fair city. It's not far from Kilmainham Jail and adjacent to the Royal Hospital.
Very small and intimate. A great pint at a great price. The entire pub nests inside just one room woven with charm.
his old pub standeth on sacred ground, surrounded by the high walls of the Royal Kilmainham Hospital, by the ancient cemetery of Bully’s Acre and the dungeons of Kilmainham Jail. The Patriots Inn has been closer to the pulse of Irish history than any contemporary pub.
Spacious pub with an Italian restaurant above it, plus live music and karaoke nights and big-screen sport.
38 locals recommend
The Patriots Inn
760 S Circular Rdhis old pub standeth on sacred ground, surrounded by the high walls of the Royal Kilmainham Hospital, by the ancient cemetery of Bully’s Acre and the dungeons of Kilmainham Jail. The Patriots Inn has been closer to the pulse of Irish history than any contemporary pub.
Spacious pub with an Italian restaurant above it, plus live music and karaoke nights and big-screen sport.
Neighbourhoods
The affluent village suburb of Ranelagh centres on a cluster of trendy cafes, global restaurants, and gastropubs along its main street of the same name. Nearby roads lined with redbrick 19th-century houses and dotted with foreign embassies lead into the Georgian-era Mount Pleasant Square and the Victorian Dartmouth Square, both with central gardens.
49 locals recommend
Ranelagh
The affluent village suburb of Ranelagh centres on a cluster of trendy cafes, global restaurants, and gastropubs along its main street of the same name. Nearby roads lined with redbrick 19th-century houses and dotted with foreign embassies lead into the Georgian-era Mount Pleasant Square and the Victorian Dartmouth Square, both with central gardens.
Grand Canal Dock, also known as Silicon Docks, is a hub of modern condos and office towers on the redeveloped River Liffey waterfront. Well-dressed Dubliners head to concerts at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and drink cocktails on the terraces of upscale bars. Canal history is outlined in high-tech displays at the floating Waterways Ireland Visitor Centre. The dock is also a launch point for kayakers and windsurfers.
118 locals recommend
Grand Canal Dock
Grand Canal Dock, also known as Silicon Docks, is a hub of modern condos and office towers on the redeveloped River Liffey waterfront. Well-dressed Dubliners head to concerts at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and drink cocktails on the terraces of upscale bars. Canal history is outlined in high-tech displays at the floating Waterways Ireland Visitor Centre. The dock is also a launch point for kayakers and windsurfers.
The coastal suburb of Dún Laoghaire is popular for strolls on the East Pier, and locally caught fish and chips. The National Maritime Museum of Ireland has nautical art and artefacts inside a 19th-century sailors’ church, while the harbour is a busy hub for fishing, water sports and cruises. Nearby Sandycove is home to the James Joyce Tower and Museum, as well as the sheltered beach and bathing spot at Forty Foot.
103 locals recommend
Dún Laoghaire
The coastal suburb of Dún Laoghaire is popular for strolls on the East Pier, and locally caught fish and chips. The National Maritime Museum of Ireland has nautical art and artefacts inside a 19th-century sailors’ church, while the harbour is a busy hub for fishing, water sports and cruises. Nearby Sandycove is home to the James Joyce Tower and Museum, as well as the sheltered beach and bathing spot at Forty Foot.
Bray is a coastal town in north County Wicklow, Ireland. It is situated about twenty kilometres south of Dublin city centre on the east coast. It has a population of 32,600 making it the ninth largest urban area within Ireland.
77 locals recommend
Bray
Bray is a coastal town in north County Wicklow, Ireland. It is situated about twenty kilometres south of Dublin city centre on the east coast. It has a population of 32,600 making it the ninth largest urban area within Ireland.
Howth is an Irish village on the Howth Peninsula, east of central Dublin. The grounds of 15th-century Howth Castle have rhododendron gardens and a transport museum with local trams. The 19th-century Martello Tower houses a vintage radio museum. The medieval ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey lie nearby. A clifftop trail has sweeping sea views. Offshore, Ireland’s Eye is an island bird sanctuary with an ancient ruined church.
417 locals recommend
Howth
Howth is an Irish village on the Howth Peninsula, east of central Dublin. The grounds of 15th-century Howth Castle have rhododendron gardens and a transport museum with local trams. The 19th-century Martello Tower houses a vintage radio museum. The medieval ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey lie nearby. A clifftop trail has sweeping sea views. Offshore, Ireland’s Eye is an island bird sanctuary with an ancient ruined church.
Malahide is an affluent coastal settlement in Fingal, County Dublin, Ireland, situated 14 kilometres north of Dublin city. It has a village centre surrounded by suburban housing estates, with a population of over 17,000.
While there are some remnants of prehistoric activity, Malahide is known to have become a persistent settlement from the coming of the Vikings, who landed in 795 and used Malahide Estuary (along with Baldoyle Bay, where they had a longphort) as a convenient base. With the arrival of the Anglo-Normans, the last Danish King of Dublin retired to the area in 1170.
Malahide Castle, which dominates the area, was constructed after Henry II granted an extensive area of land north of Dublin to Sir Richard Talbot in 1176. The castle evolved from this, and remained in the hands of the Talbot family until 1976, aside from a short period where it was seized by Oliver Cromwell.
96 locals recommend
Malahide
Malahide is an affluent coastal settlement in Fingal, County Dublin, Ireland, situated 14 kilometres north of Dublin city. It has a village centre surrounded by suburban housing estates, with a population of over 17,000.
While there are some remnants of prehistoric activity, Malahide is known to have become a persistent settlement from the coming of the Vikings, who landed in 795 and used Malahide Estuary (along with Baldoyle Bay, where they had a longphort) as a convenient base. With the arrival of the Anglo-Normans, the last Danish King of Dublin retired to the area in 1170.
Malahide Castle, which dominates the area, was constructed after Henry II granted an extensive area of land north of Dublin to Sir Richard Talbot in 1176. The castle evolved from this, and remained in the hands of the Talbot family until 1976, aside from a short period where it was seized by Oliver Cromwell.
City/town information
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Is Glendalough worth seeing? It is, indeed. Even if you're not into Monastic and religious things, Glendalough is worth visiting for its nature, its breathtaking views, its location. It's just the perfect escape from the city, one of the best ways to experience Ireland at its best and start enjoying its atmosphere.
303 locals recommend
Glendalough
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Is Glendalough worth seeing? It is, indeed. Even if you're not into Monastic and religious things, Glendalough is worth visiting for its nature, its breathtaking views, its location. It's just the perfect escape from the city, one of the best ways to experience Ireland at its best and start enjoying its atmosphere.