Things to do in Dublin
Roxford Lodge Hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the best of what Dublin city has to offer.
Here are just a few suggestions on what to visit whilst you are in Dublin:
“Dublin is full of treasures just waiting to be found.”
Trinity College and Old Library
Founded in 1592, Trinity College, is Ireland’s oldest University and one of the most famous educational institutions in the world. Trinity College has many attractions with its magnificent Old Library, which is home to The Book of Kells and its Science Gallery to engage and encourage young people’s interest in Science. www.tcd.ie
Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is one of Dublin’s most popular tourist attractions located in St. James’s Gate Brewery. It is the home of the black stuff - Guinness, where you can explore and partake in an incredible journey through the history and making of the world famous beer. www.guinness-storehouse.com
St Patrick's Cathedral?
St Patrick's Cathedral was traditionally the site of a holy well used by St Patrick for baptisms, and a church dating back to late 5th century. This popular architectural and historical site offers guided tours each day. www.stpatrickscathedral.ie
Dublin Castle
The heart of historic Dublin, Dublin Castle is a breathtaking attraction that should be on any visitor's must-see list. www.dublincastle.ie
Christchurch Cathedral
The Cathedral church of the Holy Trinity, more commonly called Christ Church was Viking Dublin’s Cathedral. Visit and enjoy the cathedral’s beautiful interior and the fascinating medieval crypt. www.christchurchdublin.ie
Kilmainham Gaol
Kilmainham Gaol is one of the largest unoccupied jails in Europe, which offers an in-depth insight into some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland’s struggle for independence from 1780s to the 1920s. www.heritageireland.ie
Old Jameson Distillery
Originally built in 1780, the Old Jameson Distillery was once considered the world center of whiskey production. Located on the original site in Bow Street, re-live the story of John Jameson’s Distillery by learning its history, savour the atmosphere and above all its taste www.jamesonwhiskey.com
The National Gallery
The National Gallery of Ireland houses the national collection of European and Irish fine art. It is located just off the beautiful Merrion Square park.www.nationalgallery.ie
The Irish Museum of Modern Art
The Irish Museum of Modern Art is housed in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, one of the finest 17th-century buildings in Ireland. It is home of the national collection of modern Irish and International contemporary art. www.imma.ie
The National Museum
The National Museum on Kildare Street holds one of the world's largest collections of Bronze Age Gold. It is also home to the mysterious Iron Age bog bodies that were preserved in the bogs of Ireland 2,000 years ago.? www.museum.ie
See Dublin by Bike
Discover the history and culture and unique energy of Dublin city with a guided bike tour. www.seedublinbybike.ie
Or, just discover Dublin by bike at your own pace and leisure…
Dublin bikes is a self-service bike rental system open to everyone from 14 years of age. As a visitor to Dublin, a 3 Day Ticket is your best choice for just €5 (the first half-hour of use is free; after that a service charge applies).The closest Dublin Bike Station is located on Lower Mount Street, which is just a 2 minute walk from the Roxford Lodge Hotel. Or, at Merrion Square Park which is just a 10 minute walk from our hotel. www.dublinbikes.ie
Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing City Tours
Explore the main sights and attractions of Dublin at your own leisure with live commentary in a variety of languages.?We sell 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tickets for all of the various tours at the Roxford Lodge Hotel. We offer a discounted rate at our hotel with €2.00 off each bus ticket.
- The Green Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Tour Bus www.dublinsightseeing.ie
- The Red Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Tour Bus https://citysightseeingdublin.ie/hop-on-hop-off/
- An alternative hop-on-hop-off sightseeing bus is the CityScape Tours, they offer luxury travel in their weather-proof tour buses http://cityscapetours.ie
Viking Splash Tours
Discover Dublin in a fun and different way by taking an amphibious tour around historic Dublin and then enjoy a splash into the waterway of Dublin, the Grand Canal Basin. Cruises depart from St. Stephen’s Green. www.vikingsplash.ie
For more information on other attractions in Dublin http://www.chooseireland.com/dublin/