i love my home city, here are some gems to find there :)
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Attractions
Food & Drink
Shops
a really good spot to get gifts or just a little treat for yourself. loads of charming gifts by the best of Irish design.
Designist
some of the best gifts can be found in article, i would buy a huge portion of their stock if i could.
Article.ie
one of the most-loved bookshops in dublin, there are endless choices here. the second-hand section also boasts a wide selection at great value.
Chapters Bookshop
browse a multitude of stalls and shops here for your new prized possession
George's Street Arcade
this much-loved bookshop could consume hours, with several floors of books to find
Hodges Figgis
tucked down a corridor is this treasure trove of new and second-hand vinyl and books. i always drop in for a root around. oh and it's home to a brilliant sign with the president 😂
Freebird Records
a gem of george's street arcade, i've found loads of great second-hand vinyl in here
Spindizzy Records
some great clothes made ethical and sustainably, no easy feat in this day and age!
dublin's most famous attraction, learn the history of the iconic stout (not a beer, but a stout) and drink a pint of the black stuff on the house. check ahead which day you want to visit online as prices are different depending on the day of visit (€...
Guinness Storehouse
this has a stunning collection of documents and artefacts from around the world housed within dublin castle. it's free entry too!
Chester Beatty Library
this central city park is perfect for a stroll or to sit on the grass for lunch (weather-permitting).
St Stephen's Green
this is a hidden, totally free oasis located in glasnevin, just outside of the city centre. see a wide range of plants, flowers, and stunning displays in a peaceful, quiet setting.
The National Botanic Gardens of Ireland
see all of ireland’s most famous paintings in an opulent building, along with highlights from masters such as picasso, monet, and renoir.
National Gallery of Ireland
explore ireland's ancient history with a lovely collection of artefacts
Archaeology | National Museum of Ireland
this museum is charmingly nicknamed 'the dead zoo'
Natural History | National Museum of Ireland
this branch of the national museum focuses mostly on irish history from the 19th century onwards, with the important story of ireland's independence.
Decorative Arts & History | National Museum of Ireland
Food & Drink
i got one of the best pints of guinness of my life in here (i still think about it)
Neary's
one of my favourite spots, this is an all-purpose night out. it has a concert venue, several bars, silent disco, a range of genre of music. check the website ahead of your visit to see what's on!
Whelan's
a local favourite, super cosy, good guinness
The Stags Head
home to one of my favourite pub outdoor areas in dublin
Toners
this place has brilliant quesadillas and margaritas!
Masa Dublin
for great asian food head here
Hang Dai
one of my absolute favourite spots in dublin, this thai restaurant/take-away has won multiple awards for a good reason.
