In the event you’ve obtained 1 day in Dublin then you definately’re in for lots of enjoyable! Whether or not you’re taking an Excessive Day Journey otherwise you’re visiting from one other a part of Eire or Northern Eire, Dublin is a good place to go to for at some point.
I’ve finished a lot of 1 day journeys to Dublin. As soon as throughout a 7 day Irish highway journey, as a day journey for enterprise and a day journey for pleasure and I really like this vigorous metropolis!
Right here’s how I feel it’s finest to spend a at some point journey to Dublin…
Dublin airport to Dublin city centre
In the event you’re flying into Dublin then it’s very easy to take the coach from exterior the airport into town centre.
I took the Dublin Categorical as a result of it was prepared and ready after I got here out of the airport however there are different coach manufacturers (akin to Air Coach) doing common return journeys. It took about 25 minutes, price £12.59 return and the coaches depart each quarter-hour. You’ll be able to pay by card as you get on the bus.
There have been just a few stops however I obtained off at 18-21 Aston Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 FV38, Eire. This was proper by Temple Bar so was a very good, central place to get off. Don’t fear about lacking this cease, this was the place virtually everybody on the coach obtained off.
You will get again on the bus on the identical cease (pin it into Google Maps) or cross the river and get the bus on the alternative facet of the road.
Stroll across the quiet metropolis avenue
I arrived into town centre earlier than 8am so I had a while for a wander round whereas the streets had been nonetheless quiet. Take pleasure in it whereas it’s quiet as a result of it doesn’t keep that manner for lengthy!
Breakfast at Bewley’s Cafe on Grafton Road
Bewley’s Cafe doesn’t open till 8.30am and there was a small queue forming from 8.10am.
If you wish to get a spot by the fireplace then I’d suggest getting within the queue! If not, come again when the doorways open for a scrumptious breakfast in a wonderful setting.
This cafe is an iconic spot and for those who’ve solely obtained 1 day in Dublin then that is THE place to your one and solely breakfast. Bewley’s Cafe is thought for its wealthy historical past, gorgeous stained-glass home windows and fragrant espresso. It opened in 1927 and has been a gathering spot for artists, writers, locals and guests alike.
The ambiance was beautiful with very nice employees and the meals was scrumptious.
Trinity faculty and the Ebook of Kells
Our subsequent cease is Trinity School the place you are able to do the unbelievable Ebook of Kells expertise.
Trinity School Dublin was based in 1592 and is Eire’s most prestigious college. Its historic campus options cobbled courtyards and the gorgeous Lengthy Room Library which is house to the well-known Ebook of Kells.
The Lengthy Room Library is giving severe Harry Potter vibes and for those who’ve ever learn/watched Regular Individuals by Sally Rooney then you definately’ll love seeing the movie places round campus.
There’s a contemporary and interactive exhibition within the new Pink Pavilion which you get to entry along with your ticket. The crimson warehouse is somewhat jarring amongst such lovely buildings however I beloved the exhibition inside.
Dublin Fort
From Trinity School I walked to Dublin Fort.
Dublin Fort has stood on the coronary heart of town because the thirteenth century. As soon as the seat of British rule, it now serves as a authorities complicated and cultural website. It doesn’t appear to be a lot from the skin nevertheless it blends medieval, Georgia, and Gothic types and it’s attractive inside.
The fort additionally hosts some actually enjoyable occasions so it’s price checking if something is on throughout your go to. I attended a Halloween ball on the fort just a few years in the past and it was wonderful.
St Patrick’s Cathedral
From Dublin Fort I walked to St Patrick’s Cathedral, an unbelievable Gothic church courting again to 1191.
As a part of your entrance charge ticket you’ll get an audioguide and, truthfully, at this level within the day it was beautiful to simply sit down and loosen up and take heed to the historical past of the cathedral whereas resting my legs!
Butlers Chocolate Cafe
You’re in all probability going to wish a candy deal with and somewhat pick-me-up at this level in your 1 day journey to Dublin so head to Butlers Chocolate Cafe to refuel with caffeine, sugar or a little bit of each!
There are a great deal of places across the metropolis so use Google Maps to seek out whichever is closest.
Lunch at Powerscourt
Powerscourt is a small, indoor procuring centre simply off Grafton Road. The constructing was as soon as a chic Georgian townhouse and also you’ll discover an indoor/outside ambiance due to the glass ceiling and all of the crops. There are just a few cafes and eating places in addition to boutique outlets and artists.
In the event you like pizza then I’d eat at Little Pyg as they’ve been named Eire’s #1 pizzeria!
Just a few extra sights to see
After lunch I’d merely take a stroll and cease to have a look at no matter takes your fancy. Some issues to purpose for are:
- Molly Malone statue
- Ha’penny bridge
- Umbrellas at Ann’s Lane
- Love Lane artwork alleyway
- Portal on O’connel avenue
- Dublin Spire
Guinness Storehouse
No day journey to Dublin is full with out a pint of Guinness, so our subsequent cease is the Guinness Storehouse.
Personally, I didn’t go to throughout my latest journey as a result of I’ve been thrice earlier than and as soon as is sufficient – so for those who’ve been earlier than then I’d in all probability skip it and go to a pleasant pub!
Temple Bar
And at last, once you’re finished with sight-seeing, head to Temple Bar the place you’ll discover a lot of nice bars and pubs.
I didn’t fly house till 22.10 so I had sufficient time throughout my 1 day journey to Dublin to pattern the well-known nightlife. In the event you’ve obtained time, I extremely suggest popping right into a pub or two as a result of this actually is a big a part of Dublin’s tradition!
Listed below are some additional belongings you would possibly want/prefer to learn about spending at some point in Dublin
Is it price getting a spice bag throughout your 1 day journey to Dublin?
I’d heard a lot about these spice luggage as everybody on TikTok appears to be raving about them as if it’s one of the best factor to eat in Dublin.
However I can truthfully say it was a little bit of a let down!
I went to Xi’an avenue meals (which has an unbelievable menu btw so price testing) and obtained a spice bag and I used to be actually dissatisfied. It’s simply spicy chips and crispy rooster and felt just like the sort of takeaway meals you’d get at 2am after a night of consuming. There was nothing flawed with it nevertheless it was nothing to jot down house about!
Is at some point really sufficient time to see Dublin?
It relies upon if you wish to ‘see’ Dublin or totally expertise Dublin.
I undoubtedly discovered that at some point was sufficient to see all the primary sights and points of interest. I arrived at 8am and left at 8pm and 12 hours was a beautiful period of time within the metropolis. You may not soak it up such as you would for those who had a protracted weekend however you’ll see loads.
In the event you’ve additionally obtained the chance to spend an evening in Dublin and expertise Dublin’s nightlife then I might suggest it. Dublin actually involves life at night time and is a really enjoyable metropolis after darkish.
So sure, at some point is sufficient to see the sights however perhaps not sufficient to completely expertise every little thing Dublin has to supply.
What’s the easiest way to get round Dublin for a day?
– Strolling is the easiest way. Buses, trams (Luas), and taxis can be found however for those who’re capable of stroll then I might.
The one place that could be a significantly lengthy stroll is the Guinness Storehouse so for those who’re combating that distance then I’d suggest getting a taxi.
Is it price visiting the Guinness Storehouse if I solely have 1 day in Dublin?
Sure, for those who get pleasure from beer and historical past. It takes about 90 minutes, and the Gravity Bar is a beautiful spot for views over town.
However, like I mentioned earlier, it’s not a lot enjoyable doing it greater than as soon as so if that is your second go to then I’d skip it and head to the pub for a Guinness!
