http://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/AirfieldThis magnificent estate, looking out on the South Dublin Mountains, is open to the public from 10.00am -5.00pm, seven days a week, and bank holidays.Kids DublinParks & GardensFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/An_Post_MuseumThe An Post Museum offers visitors a fascinating insight into the role played by Post Office people in the development of Irish society over many yearsMuseums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Aras_an_UachtarainThe residence of the President of Ireland.Dublin on a BudgetHistoric SitesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Artworks_Cafe_Creative_Pottery_FunArtworks pottery studio is the ideal attraction for a fun activity, family day out or group event.Kids DublinFamilyGirls WeekendVisitor AttractionsCaféshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Aviva_StadiumAviva Stadium is the home of Irish Rugby and Football. This new stadium which opens in May 2010 is built on the grounds of the old Lansdowne Road Stadium, the oldest (1872) sporting stadium in the world. Come and experience the "behind the scenes" tour of this magnificent stadium with your personal guide. Relive the history while absorbing the new stadium, a venue sure to add many new chapters to that history.Sports & ActivitiesTheatres & VenuesTours of Dublin & Tour GuidesVisitor AttractionsSix Nations Championshiphttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Berkeley_costume_and_toy_collectionThe Berkeley Costume and Toy Collection is an exquisite collection of 18th and 19th century toys, dolls and costumes.Kids DublinFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Book_of_KellsThe Book of Kells was written around the year 800 AD and is one of the most beautifully illuminated manuscripts in the world.Historic SitesLiterary DublinVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Butlers_Chocolate_Experience_and_Butlers_Chocolate_CafeCome to the Butlers Chocolate Experience and witness the magic and wonder of a real life chocolate factory!Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesFamilyVisitor AttractionsCaféshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Chester_Beatty_LibraryEuropean Museum of the Year 2002, Irish Museum of the Year 2000.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinLiterary DublinMuseums & GalleriesNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Christ_Church_CathedralThe Dean and Chapter of Christ Church Cathedral welcome visitors to Dublin's oldest building - the mother church of the dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough in the Church of Ireland.Historic SitesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Church_The_Bar_Cafe_and_Restaurant__and_ClubThis restored Church is certainly Dublin’s most unique establishment. Located in the heart of Dublin’s shopping district, with five distinct settings on four levels.NightclubsDining and NightlifeGirls WeekendTraditional Irish Music & DanceVisitor AttractionsDiningCafésPubsRestaurantsIrishPub GrubOtherEuropeanhttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dalkey_Castle_and_Heritage_Centre'Discover Dalkey's Tudor Secrets' A Living History Live Theatre Performance every half hour with costumed characters portraying Dalkey's Medieval and Tudor past.Historic SitesKids DublinFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Discover_Ireland_Centre_Suffolk_StreetThe Discover Ireland Centre Dublin is located just past Grafton Street on Suffolk Street, here you can pick up free information leaflets and get personal advice on: things to do; what's on; places to visit and to eat and drink.Historic SitesPoints of InterestDublin Discover Ireland CentresVisitor AttractionsOther Serviceshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dublin_CastleDublin Castle is the heart of historic Dublin. In fact the city gets its name from the Black Pool - 'Dubh Linn' which was on the site of the present Castle garden.Historic SitesPoints of InterestFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dublin_City_Gallery_The_Hugh_LaneLocated in Dublin's city centre, Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, houses one of Ireland's foremost collections of modern and contemporary art.Dublin on a BudgetMuseums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dublin_City_Hall_-_The_Story_of_the_CapitalThe Story of the Capital Exhibition in the atmospheric vaults of Dublin city Hall is an exciting multimedia exhibition which traces the evolution of Dublin City.Historic SitesPoints of InterestFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dublin_Writers_MuseumThe Irish literary tradition is one of the most illustrious in the world, famous for four Nobel Prize winners and for many other writers of international renown.Kids DublinLiterary DublinMuseums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dublin_ZooNo trip to Dublin would be complete without a visit to its historic and beautiful Zoo.Kids DublinParks & GardensFamilyGirls WeekendVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/DubliniaDublinia is a heritage centre located in the heart of the medieval city of Dublin.Historic SitesKids DublinFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Dun_Laoghaire_PierIt is no wonder that some 1.3 million people walk Dun Laoghaire’s East Pier every year, passing jangling masts and an elegant bandstand en route to the 19th-century battery at the harbour mouth.Points of InterestActivityFamilySports & ActivitiesHiking and WalkingVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Etihad_Skyline_TourDublin Sightseeing has Reached New Heights! Enjoy the best views of Dublin from the roof of the iconic Croke Park Stadium on the exciting new Etihad Skyline tour.ActivitySports & ActivitiesGuided Walking ToursVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Experience_Gaelic_GamesExperience Gaelic Games (EGG) provides visitors with a unique interactive Irish cultural experience. The Experience offers visitors an opportunity to learn and practice the basic techniques and skills of Gaelic Games in a fun and interactive way in a structured setting.Kids DublinActivityCulturalFamilyGirls WeekendSports & ActivitiesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/freemansons_hallVisitors will be welcomed to the esoterically styled meeting rooms of this Victorian gem, the purpose built headquarters of the Freemasons in Ireland.Historic SitesPoints of InterestVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/GAA_MuseumA must for anyone interested in the history and development of Ireland's national games of hurling and gaelic football.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesFamilySports & ActivitiesTheatres & VenuesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Garden_of_RemembranceDesigned by Daithi Hanly and dedicated to the memory of all those who gave their lives in the cause of Irish Freedom.Historic SitesParks & GardensVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Giddy_StudiosGiddy Studios is a gorgeous 2,000 square feet pottery painting studio located across from Marley Park in Rathfarnham, Dublin 16.Kids DublinActivityFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Glasnevin_MuseumGlasnevin Museum is located within the grounds of Glasnevin Cemetery, and serves to highlight the history of the Victorian Garden Cemetery and the lives of those buried there. This is a must see attraction for those interested in Irish History, heritage and genealogy.Visitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Guinness_StorehouseLocated in the heart of the St James’s Gate Brewery, which has been home to the black stuff since 1759, Guinness Storehouse® is Ireland’s Number One Visitor Attraction and you simply cannot leave Dublin without having paid a visit.Visitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Imaginosity_Dublin_Childrens_MuseumImaginosity, Dublin Children’s Museum, is a unique child-centred creative space for children up to 9 years of age, and their families. Imaginosity’s 2.5 floors of exhibits are educationally designed to inspire life-long learning through play, celebrating children’s imaginations on the journey from curiosity to discovery.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesActivityFamilySports & ActivitiesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Irish_Museum_of_Modern_ArtThe Irish Museum of Modern Art is Ireland's leading national institution for the collection and presentation of modern and contemporary art.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinMuseums & GalleriesNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/James_Joyce_MuseumThe James Joyce Tower was one of a series of Martello towers built to withstand an invasion by Napoleon and now holds a museum devoted to the life and works of James Joyce, who made the tower the setting for the first chapter of his masterpiece, Ulysses.Historic SitesLiterary DublinMuseums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Jeanie_Johnston_Tall_Ship_Famine_MuseumA step aboard the Jeanie Johnston is a step towards understanding the daunting experience of the millions of people who crossed the Atlantic seeking survival and hope in the “New World” of North America. Its to experience the fear of the unknown ahead, the flight from poverty and famine, the pain of separation from family, and the challenge of a 3,000 mile voyage braving gales and harsh seas.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesPoints of InterestCulturalFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Kilmainham_GaolIf for no other reason, Kilmainham Gaol would be remarkable for being the biggest unoccupied gaol in these islands.Historic SitesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Little_Museum_of_DublinHistory comes to life at this charming museum of Dublin, housed in one of the city’s finest Georgian mansions.Museums & GalleriesCulturalCultural GuideVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Malahide_CastleMalahide Castle, set on 250 acres of park land in the pretty seaside town of Malahide, was both a fortress and a private home for nearly 800 years and is an interesting mix of architectural styles.Historic SitesFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/MarshsLibraryMarsh's Library, built in 1701 by Archbishop Narcissus Marsh (1638 - 1713) is the oldest public library in Ireland. It was designed by Sir William Robinson.Historic SitesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Aquatic_CentreHours of fun are waiting for you in Europe’s largest indoor waterworld, where the weather will be great every day of the year!Kids DublinActivityFamilySports & ActivitiesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Botanic_GardensThe National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, were founded by the Royal Dublin Society in 1795.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinParks & GardensFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Concert_HallBased in Dublin’s city centre, the National Concert Hall is rated by performing artists as one of the finest in Europe.National MuseumsCulturalFamilyGirls WeekendIndulgent DublinTheatres & VenuesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Folklore_CollectionThe National Folklore Collection is one of the largest collections of folklore material in the world. It documents the history of field recordings displaying early sound recording equipment, manuscripts and visual items on Irish tradition.Museums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Gallery_of_IrelandThe National Gallery of Ireland was established by an Act of Parliament in 1854 and first opened its doors to the public in January 1864.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinMuseums & GalleriesNational MuseumsCulturalFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National Library of IrelandExploring Ireland's literary heritage, visiting award winning exhibitions or researching family history are just some of the many reasons to visit the National Library of Ireland.Dublin on a BudgetHistoric SitesKids DublinNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Museum_of_Ireland_-_ArchaeologyThe National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is the national repository for all archaeological objects found in Ireland and home to over two million artefacts. Our exhibitions include the finest collection of prehistoric gold artefacts in western Europe, outstanding examples of metalwork from the Celtic Iron Age and the Museum’s world-renowned collection of medieval ecclesiastical objects and jewellery.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinMuseums & GalleriesNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Museum_of_Ireland_-_Decorative_Arts_and_HistoryThe National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History is home to a wide range of objects, which include weaponry, furniture, silver, ceramics and glassware; as well as examples of Folklife and costume.Dublin on a BudgetMuseums & GalleriesNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Museum_of_Ireland_-_Natural_HistoryThe National Museum of Ireland - Natural History has galleries of animals from Ireland and overseas, also geological exhibits from a total collection of about 2 million scientific specimens.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinMuseums & GalleriesNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Photographic_ArchiveThe National Library of Ireland’s (NLI) photographic collections comprise approximately 630,000 photographs, the vast majority of which are Irish.Museums & GalleriesNational MuseumsVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/National_Transport_MuseumThe National Transport Museum was established by the Transport Museum Society of Ireland, this collection is Ireland’s only comprehensive assembly of public and commercial road transport.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Newbridge_House_and_FarmThis delightful 18th century manor is set on 350 acres of parkland, twelve miles north of the city centre and boasts one of the finest Georgian interiors in Ireland.Kids DublinParks & GardensFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Number_Twenty_Nine_-_Georgian_House_MuseumNumber Twenty Nine is Dublin's Georgian House Museum. Visitors take a guided tour from the basement to the attic, through rooms which have been furnished with original artefacts as they would have been in the years 1790 to 1820.Historic SitesKids DublinMuseums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Pearse_MuseumA former school run by Patriot and Educationalist Patrick Pearse, it is now a museum in beautiful grounds. Attractions include exhibitions, a nature study room with attractive displays on Irish Flora & Fauna and an audio-visual show titled "This Man Kept a School".Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinMuseums & GalleriesParks & GardensFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Phoenix_Park_Visitor_CentreThe Phoenix Park is one of the largest and most magnificent city parks in Europe.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinParks & GardensVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Rathfarnham_CastleRathfarnham Castle has a very colourful and interesting history.Dublin on a BudgetHistoric SitesKids DublinFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Ritchies MintsRitchie's Factory Tour: a tour of a working sweet factory in operation since the 1930's. Located at the top of Jamestown Road, Inchicore, a short walk from the Blackhorse Luas stop on the Red Line.Museums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Saint_Patricks_CathedralSaint Patrick's Cathedral has contributed much to Irish life throughout its long history. Built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptized converts on his visit to Dublin.Historic SitesLiterary DublinVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Skerries_MillsThe Skerries Mills industrial heritage centre and town park comprises a watermill, 5-sail windmill and 4-sail windmill with associated mill races, mill pond and wetlands.Historic SitesKids DublinParks & GardensVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/St_Audoens_ChurchSited in the heart of the walled city, St. Audoen's is the only remaining medieval parish church in Dublin. It is dedicated to St. Ouen, the 7th century bishop of Rouen and patron saint of Normandy.Dublin on a BudgetHistoric SitesPoints of InterestVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/St_Stephens_GreenProbably Ireland's best known Victorian public park.Kids DublinParks & GardensPoints of InterestFamilyGirls WeekendVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/St_Marys_AbbeySt. Mary's is one of Dublin's best kept medieval secrets. Once the wealthiest Cistercian abbey in Ireland, today it is unrecognisable.Dublin on a BudgetPoints of InterestVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/St_Michans_ChurchSt Michan's church is the oldest Parish Church (still in weekly use) on the north side of the river Liffey, originally founded in 1095,the present church dates from 1685- renovated in 1825.Dublin on a BudgetHistoric SitesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Swords_CastleSwords Castle is situated in the centre of the ancient town of Swords about 15 Km north of Dublin City.Historic SitesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_ArkThe Ark is Europe's first custom-built Children's Centre, programmes, promotes and hosts high quality cultural work which is by children, for children and about children. The Ark is founded on the principle that all children, as citizens, have the same cultural entitlements as adults.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesFamilyTheatres & VenuesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Big_WheelGet the whole family high as kites when you take a ride on Dublin's newest and most exciting attraction – the Wheel of Dublin at the Point Village.Kids DublinFamilyGirls WeekendVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Casino_MarinoThe Casino is considered to be one of the finest 18th century neo-classical buildings in Europe.Historic SitesFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Chocolate_WarehouseThe Chocolate Warehouse, in Walkinstown Dublin, is a unique, family friendly, fun venue where visitors can enjoy the story and mystic of chocolate with hand on experience.Kids DublinFamilyGirls WeekendVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_George_Bernard_Shaw_Birthplace'Author of Many Plays' is the simple accolade to George Bernard Shaw on the plaque outside his birthplace and his Victorian home and early life mirrors this simplicity.Historic SitesLiterary DublinVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Iveagh_GardensThe Iveagh Gardens are among the finest and least known of Dublin's park and gardens.Dublin on a BudgetKids DublinParks & GardensPoints of InterestFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_James_Joyce_CentreThe Centre is housed in a beautifully restored Georgian house and includes an exhibition area with computer installations, videos, re-creations of period rooms, and items relating to the life and work of James Joyce.Literary DublinMuseums & GalleriesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Long_Room_Trinity_CollegeThe main chamber of the Old Library is the Long Room, and at nearly 65 metres in length, it is filled with 200,000 of the Library’s oldest books. When built (between 1712 and 1732) it had a flat plaster ceiling and shelving for books was on the lower level only, with an open gallery. By the 1850s these shelves had become completely full; largely as since 1801 the Library had been given the right to claim a free copy of every book published in Britain and Ireland. In 1860 the roof was raised to allow construction of the present barrel-vaulted ceiling and upper gallery bookcases.Literary DublinVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_National_Leprechaun_MuseumThe National Leprechaun Museum takes visitors deep into Celtic culture to discover what really lies behind tales of leprechauns, rainbows and pots of gold.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_National_Wax_Museum_PLUSThe National Wax Museum Plus is an exciting new interactive visitor attraction located on Foster Place, just off Dame Street, in the Temple Bar district at the heart of Dublin City Centre. The museum is housed in the historic landmark Armoury Building, previously the home of Ireland’s bullion and arms stores.Kids DublinMuseums & GalleriesFamilyVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Old_Jameson_DistilleryLocated in the heart of Dublin, a visit to the Old Jameson Distillery is so much more than just a tour, it is an exciting and engaging experience, guaranteed to enlighten and entertain any visitor.ActivityGirls WeekendVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/The_Science_GalleryThe Science Gallery is a world first. A new type of venue where today's white-hot scientific issues are thrashed out and you can have your say. A place where ideas meet and opinions collide.Museums & GalleriesTheatres & VenuesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Secret_Castle_of_MagicWe have two incredible Shows to Astonish and Amaze and a Magical Tour of the Wax Museum!!ActivityGirls WeekendTheatres & VenuesVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Trinity_College_LibraryTrinity College is the oldest university in Ireland.Historic SitesLiterary DublinPoints of InterestStudy in DublinVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Trinity_College_Library_and_The_Long_RoomTrinity College Library / The Long RoomHistoric SitesLiterary DublinPoints of InterestVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/War_Memorial_GardensThe War Memorial Gardens cover an area of the southern slopes of the Liffey opposite the Magazine Fort in the Phoenix Park.Dublin on a BudgetParks & GardensPoints of InterestVisitor Attractionshttp://www.visitdublin.com/Asset/See_and_Do/Waterways_Ireland_Visitor_CentreAfter its modern renovation the ‘Box on the Docks’ reopens its doors. Whether you want to learn about the heritage of Irelands waterways or find out what to do on them , this is your one stop shop.Museums & GalleriesVisitor Attractions