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1. Trinity College
Ireland's most prestigious university was founded by Elizabeth I in 1592 in the hope of offering Dublin’s sons a reason to pursue their studies at home, away from the infectious threat of popery on the continent.
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2. Guinness Storehouse
St. James’s Gate Brewery has been home to Guinness since 1759. The impressive building, formerly the Guinness fermentation plant, has been remodelled into the shape of a giant pint of the “black stuff”.
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3. St. Stephen's Green
Follow the signs to “Faiche Stiabhna”, as the Irish call St. Stephen’s Green, for an inner-city oasis. Admire the Victorian buildings, play soccer, throw a frisbee, watch people, jog, feed the ducks, doze or have a picnic in this popular Dublin park. You could also bring a novel written by one of Dublin’s great authors and read it at the very spot where they found their inspiration!
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4. Aviva Stadium
Aviva Stadium is the national sports arena, where Ireland plays international rugby and soccer games. The structure has a futuristic design and stands in a picturesque area of fields and a canal. Experience the rhapsody and songs of the nation’s passionate fans in this stadium of 51,700 seats.
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5. Dublin Castle
The 18th-century Dublin Castle is among the city’s most iconic sites. A small park with pretty floral displays lies behind the castle, which replaced a 13th-century Viking military fortress. Learn its fascinating history as the seat of British and Irish governments over the centuries.
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6. O'Connell Street
O’Connell Street is among Dublin’s busiest and recognizable parts. It consists of a wide boulevard divided by spaces for trees and works of art. Admire the many historic buildings and peruse the upscale boutiques that line this busy street.
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7. Grafton Street
Among the most exclusive spots in European retail, Grafton Street is a boulevard full of upscale boutiques and restaurants. It is one of the two main commercial parts of Dublin and has an international array of big names. Yet the street retains its local charm with well-known street performers and traditional pubs. Bring cash and credit cards for a trip through the street’s upscale boutiques.
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8. Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre is among Dublin’s most recognizable landmarks, with its ultramodern glass façade and jagged edges. In contrast to its futuristic exterior, many of the shows inside the theater tend to be of a more classical nature. Attend performances of iconic titles such as Romeo and Juliet, Swan Lake and Lord of the Dance.
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Hilltop Shooting Club
Catch an event at Hilltop Shooting Club during your trip to Newtownmountkennedy. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
- Hilltop Shooting Club
- Trinity College
- Guinness Storehouse
- St. Stephen's Green
- Dublin Port
- Aviva Stadium
- Dublin Castle
- O'Connell Street
- Grafton Street
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- 3Arena
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- University College Dublin
- Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Marlay Park
- Dundrum Town Centre
- Merrion Square
- Powerscourt Estate
- Olympia Theatre
- Beacon Hospital
- RDS Main Arena
- Vicar Street
- The Book of Kells
- Grand Canal
- National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square
- Gaiety Theatre
- Ha' Penny Bridge
- Bray Beach
- St. Vincent's University Hospital
- Killruddery House and Gardens
- Iveagh Gardens
- Leopardstown Racecourse
- Powerscourt Waterfall
- Glendalough Visitor Centre
- The Spire
- Citywest Convention Centre
- Little Museum of Dublin
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