Booked a tour of Ireland with Vagabond Tours. Spent a few solo days in Dublin before the tour.
This was located on a quaint, residential street. There was a bus stop on the corner, but it was close enough to everything, that I just walked. Super sweet digs.
Roxford Lodge Hotel | Boutique Hotel Ballsbridge Dublin 4 | roxfordlodge.ie
The Archeology branch has the Bog Bodies. I only planned to do a quick stop, but this my absolute favorite museum. I waited in line to see the Book of Kells at the Trinity College, but this museum has the Faddan More Psalter. Less crowds and more ...
National Museum of Ireland | Ireland.com
I was an English major in college, so I was super stoked. Even if you aren’t familiar with Irish writers, this is informative. You get to visit important sites in Dublin while drinking. Very entertaining, and there’s a quiz with prizes at the end...
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My first day in Dublin, all alone, I had a panic attack and hibernated in my hotel. The second day I got up, and Ireland brought its magic. While walking, I came to St. Stephens Green where there was a festival. Art and music and performers.
St. Stephen’s Green
This was within walking distance of my hotel. I had a traditional Irish breakfast gluten free. The place was small and charming.
Juniors Deli & Cafe
Really just wanted to see the Long Room of the library. It was crowded. I was so dismayed that so many people were there. I thought they may have heard I was coming, and cleared the place out. The Book of Kells was disappointing. The pages are...
Book of Kells Experience | Trinity College Dublin | Official Site
This was A+ people watching. So crowded. The buskers were the highlight amazing performers. I also got a little country mouse in the city scared when a shopkeeper chased a shoplifter in the street and beat them.
Grafton Street Dublin | Ireland's Premier Shopping Street
He is a handsome devil. If you are out walking about, you have to find him.
Statue of Oscar Wilde in Dublin
The art museum was a haven from the crowds. I loved the stained glass exhibit. On my tour, our first stop was Cork, Ireland where the small church had the same glass from the artist.
Home | National Gallery of Ireland
My trip to Dublin was followed by a 7-day Treasure Island Tour with Vagabond Tours. Very professional. It was an amazing company that took us to lesser known stops around Ireland. Small groups. I joined a group of 12 as a solo traveler. Excellen...
Vagabond & Drfitwood Small-Group Tours of Ireland
I read the Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett and was fascinated with cathedral building. This cathedral did not disappoint.
Visiting | Christ Church Cathedral
Touristy. Check. Vibrant and fun.
The Temple Bar Pub | Dublin, Ireland
Rooftop views. I’m still not a Guinness fan. I’m gluten free, and the word was that I could drink it. Didn’t risk it.