Are you ready to discover Dublin’s most iconic landmarks and scenic views on foot? Lace up your most comfortable walking shoes because we have the perfect itinerary.
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In 3 hours, explore Dublin and discover some of the city’s most famous attractions, including the Spire, Dublin Castle, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College and much more. We’ve carefully curated this itinerary to ensure you get the most out of your time in the city.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Highlights: The Spire, Ha’Penny Bridge, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, St. Stephens Green, the Little Museum of Dublin, Grafton Street, Trinity College, the Custom House, National Museum of Ireland, Merrion Square.
Our tour begins at the highest landmark in Dublin, The Spire. Hard to miss, the “Monument of Light” as it is also known, is a 120 metres high monument located in the heart of the city. This pin-like monument was unveiled in 2003 and is said to point the way to a bright and limitless future.
The Ha’penny Bridge is not Dublin's most impressive bridge, but it is the city’s most famous and charming pedestrian bridge because of its history. Originally called the ‘Wellington Bridge’, it became known as the 'Ha’Penny Bridge’ because pedestrians had to pay a ‘halfpenny’ to cross to the North Side. Don’t worry, there is no longer a charge. This old bridge is the main gateway between the Northside and the Temple Bar which continues the itinerary.
It is considered as the best nightlife area in Dublin. Temple Bar is a lively riverside neighbourhood with crowded pubs, restaurants to suit all tastes and local shops. If you are looking for a traditional Irish night out, we recommend going to The Temple Bar pub which dates back to 1840. Try one of the 450 different types of whiskeys while listening to live Irish music.
Continue the tour by walking to Dublin City Hall, also known as The Royal Exchange. You will be amazed by the building’s Georgian architecture. If you have the time, City Hall is worth a stop and a visit inside to admire the Rotunda’s dome supported by twelve columns, as well as the colourful murals, ornate marble floors and statues.
The next stop in our itinerary is Dublin Castle, one of the most important buildings in Irish history. The city’s history dates back to Viking times. The castle was built in the 13th century on an ancient Viking settlement and served as a military fortress, a prison, and the seat of British power in Ireland until its independence. The castle is now a government complex.
Stroll down Castle Street and soon you´ll reach Christ Church Cathedral, in the heart of Medieval Dublin. Admire the architecture and beauty of this 1,000-year-old Cathedral which was originally a Viking Church. It also houses the famous 12-century crypt, one of the oldest and largest in Ireland and Britain.
As we continue, we’ll encounter St. Patrick’s Park which leads to the country’s largest Cathedral, St. Patrick’s Cathedral. This Roman Catholic Cathedral which is also the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland was built between year 1220 and 1260. It is one of the few buildings left from medieval times.
Continue walking through the streets of Dublin to St. Stephen’s Green. This Victorian Park is a public garden offering an oasis of calm in the centre of Dublin. Stroll through the park, past the colorful flowers, herbaceous borders, and the ornamental lake, and admire the sculptural monuments important to Irish history.
If time allows it, a visit to the Little Museum of Dublin is a must during your stay in Dublin. This museum housed in an 18th-century Georgian house, is one of Dublin’s most popular museums, where you can learn more about Dublin’s history.
Our tour takes us to Grafton Street also known as Ireland’s Premier shopping street. It is Europe’s busiest shopping street, full of shops, gift shops cafés, pubs, and restaurants. Take a stroll along the street, do some shopping, and enjoy some of the street entertainment that often takes place throughout the day.
At the end of Grafton Street, walk straight to Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university. You can explore the campus and book a ticket to the Old Library, one of the world’s most beautiful libraries. Here, you can discover one of the greatest treasures of Irish Culture, The Book of Kells.
Continue walking until you reach River Liffey and walk along the river. Admire the Custom House, an 18th-century architectural masterpiece building standing proudly on the north docks of the river. It is now home to the Department of Environment, Heritage, and Local Government.
Next stop of the tour is the National Museum of Ireland. Here you can step back in time, and visit the Museum of Archaeology. Discover famous Celtic artifacts, and ancient Gold, Viking, and Medieval items that will take you back to 7,000 BC. You can also visit the Natural History Museum to see galleries of animals from Ireland and geological exhibits.
Our last stop, Merrion Square, is next to the National Museum of Ireland. Explore the Georgian Square where famous people such as Daniel O’Connell or Oscar Wilde once lived. Admire the architecture of the Georgian Houses before relaxing in the central park after the long walk through the city. Note. In Winter, the park is open from 10:00 to 17:00 hrs.
