Must-See Attractions in Dublin

Dublin is known for being a cultural hub in Ireland, with its many museums, historical sites, and literary attractions. Tourists are able to immerse themselves in the Irish culture while learning of the country’s background. This is an ideal location for those who deem themselves a literary or history buff, with many must-see attractions. If you find yourself having a spare day or two in Dublin, here are some places that we think are worth visiting!

As the largest cathedral and one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Ireland, Saint Patrick’s has been at the heart of Dublin and Ireland’s history and culture for over 800 years. Since Saint Patrick baptized Christian converts nearby over 1,500 years ago, this holy site has been a place of spiritual encounter for countless generations. Visit and experience our history, our place in the life of the city, and our tradition of worship.

Located in the heart of the St. James’s Gate Brewery, the Guinness Storehouse® is Ireland’s most popular tourist attraction. It’s the home of the Black Stuff, the heart of Dublin and an unforgettable start to your Irish adventure. The journey begins at the bottom of the world’s largest pint glass and continues up through seven floors filled with interactive experiences that fuse our long brewing heritage with Ireland’s rich history. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with a pint of perfection in our world-famous rooftop Gravity Bar.

If you find yourself needing a break from the fast-paced atmosphere of a city, venture over to St. Stephen’s green, a public park in Dublin, with a Victorian layout. St. Stephen’s Green is a great place to mix with the locals and rest your legs.

Venture over the Ha’penny Bridge, famously known as the first pedestrian bridge to cross the Liffey. While this bridge is known by several names, the name “Ha’penny Bridge” refers to the toll that pedestrians used to pay (a halfpenny) in order to cross.

EPIC tells the moving and unforgettable stories of those who left the island of Ireland, and how they influenced and shaped the world. EPIC embraces the past and the future with 1,500 years of Irish history and culture housed in its atmospheric vaults. Watch characters from the past tell one-of-a-kind tales of adventure and perseverance, conflict and discovery, belief and community.

Trinity College was created in 1592 by a royal charter, at a time when universities were being established throughout Western Europe. The 690-page Book of Kells is the centerpiece of the “Turning Darkness into Light” exhibition which attracts over 500,000 visitors to Trinity College every year. Written around 800 AD, the Book of Kells contains a richly decorated copy of the four gospels in a Latin text, written on vellum (prepared calfskin). The script is embellished by the elaboration of keywords and phrases and by an endlessly inventive range of decorated initials and interlinear drawings.

Every trip needs to start somewhere and we truly hope these attractions help you move forward! If you like to book an Ireland trip that includes some or even all of these attractions, let us know at Celtic Tours!