Guidebook for Dublin 8
Food Scene
The Brazen Head is officially Ireland's oldest pub, dating back to 1198. While it is unclear how much of the original 11th century coach house is still intact, there is a palpable sense of history within these timeworn walls. If you are looking for the true Irish pub experience then the Brazen Head Pub should be your first port of call.
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The Brazen Head
20 Lower Bridge StThe Brazen Head is officially Ireland's oldest pub, dating back to 1198. While it is unclear how much of the original 11th century coach house is still intact, there is a palpable sense of history within these timeworn walls. If you are looking for the true Irish pub experience then the Brazen Head Pub should be your first port of call.
Great traditional Irish Pub which serves good food, drink and entertainment.
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O'Sheas Merchant & Ned O'Sheas
12a Lower Bridge StGreat traditional Irish Pub which serves good food, drink and entertainment.
Drinks & Nightlife
Temple Bar is a busy riverside neighbourhood, spread over cobbled pedestrian lanes. Crowded pubs host live folk music and DJ sets, and diners pack restaurants serving Asian, American and Irish cuisine. Quirky boutiques stock clothes and crafts by local designers.
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Temple Bar
Temple Bar is a busy riverside neighbourhood, spread over cobbled pedestrian lanes. Crowded pubs host live folk music and DJ sets, and diners pack restaurants serving Asian, American and Irish cuisine. Quirky boutiques stock clothes and crafts by local designers.
Sightseeing
Located in Smithfield, Dublin and open 7 days a week, the Jameson distillery is home of one of the world’s most famous whiskey brands. You can take a tour of the distillery and learn about the brewing process of this famous whiskey. Tasting sessions and tours are available daily.
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Destilerie Jameson Bow St.
Bow StreetLocated in Smithfield, Dublin and open 7 days a week, the Jameson distillery is home of one of the world’s most famous whiskey brands. You can take a tour of the distillery and learn about the brewing process of this famous whiskey. Tasting sessions and tours are available daily.
Guinness has been brewed at St James Gate (Dublin 8) since 17th century. The Guinness Storehouse is the visitor centre for this famous stout. There is an exhibition of the brewing process, the transportation system, bottling and advertising. The Storehouse can only be visited on a tour at the end of which there is a “free” pint of Guinness in the Gravity Bar – an elevated viewing gallery overlooking Dublin city.
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Pivovar Guinness
Guinness has been brewed at St James Gate (Dublin 8) since 17th century. The Guinness Storehouse is the visitor centre for this famous stout. There is an exhibition of the brewing process, the transportation system, bottling and advertising. The Storehouse can only be visited on a tour at the end of which there is a “free” pint of Guinness in the Gravity Bar – an elevated viewing gallery overlooking Dublin city.
Dublin Castle is situated in the very heart of historic Dublin. The city gets its name from the Dubh Linn or Black Pool (dubh = black) which runs under the castle. Since the 9th century, there has been a fortress of some sort on this site. Today, the Castle grounds include a 12th century Norman tower, the State Apartments (used for State functions), the Dubhlinn gardens, the Coach House and the Chester Beatty Library. Tours of the State Apartments are held daily.
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Hrad v Dublinu
Dame StreetDublin Castle is situated in the very heart of historic Dublin. The city gets its name from the Dubh Linn or Black Pool (dubh = black) which runs under the castle. Since the 9th century, there has been a fortress of some sort on this site. Today, the Castle grounds include a 12th century Norman tower, the State Apartments (used for State functions), the Dubhlinn gardens, the Coach House and the Chester Beatty Library. Tours of the State Apartments are held daily.
Trinity College is Ireland’s oldest university and was founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I on the grounds of an Augustinian Priory. Trinity College‘s Old Library is home to more than a million books and manuscripts and houses the world famous ‘Book of Kells’ dating from 9th century. The ‘Long Room’ of the Old Library is well worth a visit and holds temporary exhibitions. From May to September, official guided walking tours of the college are held.
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Trinity College Library
College GreenTrinity College is Ireland’s oldest university and was founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I on the grounds of an Augustinian Priory. Trinity College‘s Old Library is home to more than a million books and manuscripts and houses the world famous ‘Book of Kells’ dating from 9th century. The ‘Long Room’ of the Old Library is well worth a visit and holds temporary exhibitions. From May to September, official guided walking tours of the college are held.
Parks & Nature
The Phoenix Park is one of Europe’s largest enclosed municipal parks. It was originally established as a deer park in 17th century and today there is still a herd of deer that rove the park. Attractions in the park include the Visitor’s Centre, a walled Victorian kitchen garden and Dublin Zoo. The park has a number of magnificent residences including that of the Irish president and the Ambassador of the United States.
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Park Phoenix
The Phoenix Park is one of Europe’s largest enclosed municipal parks. It was originally established as a deer park in 17th century and today there is still a herd of deer that rove the park. Attractions in the park include the Visitor’s Centre, a walled Victorian kitchen garden and Dublin Zoo. The park has a number of magnificent residences including that of the Irish president and the Ambassador of the United States.
Shopping
Grafton Street is the main city centre shopping and leisure district. One of Ireland’s oldest cafes - Bewley’s Café is located on the street. The street is famous for entertaining musicians, theatrical performers and buskers. Recommended retail outlets such as Brown Thomas Department Store, House of Ireland, Kilkenny Design Centre, Avoca and the Powerscourt centre are located on or around this street
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Grafton Street
Grafton StreetGrafton Street is the main city centre shopping and leisure district. One of Ireland’s oldest cafes - Bewley’s Café is located on the street. The street is famous for entertaining musicians, theatrical performers and buskers. Recommended retail outlets such as Brown Thomas Department Store, House of Ireland, Kilkenny Design Centre, Avoca and the Powerscourt centre are located on or around this street
Essentials
Lidl
Thomas StreetTesco Express
Mr Tubs
37 Arran QuayGetting Around
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Europcar Dublin City
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