The Victorian Parlour Guidebook
Parks & Nature
Also known as Dublin's Secret Garden, this is a nice spot to stroll through, bird watch, or just relax. I go here daily with my dog.
There is also an outdoor gym in the Canal Bank Walk part of the park.
14 locals recommend
Blessington Street Basin
Blessington StreetAlso known as Dublin's Secret Garden, this is a nice spot to stroll through, bird watch, or just relax. I go here daily with my dog.
There is also an outdoor gym in the Canal Bank Walk part of the park.
The National Botanic Gardens are noted for a fine plant collections holding over 15,000 plant species and cultivars from a variety of habitats from all around the world.
The Gardens are also famous for the exquisitely restored and planted glasshouses, notably the Turner Curvilinear Range and the Great Palm House.
They are adjacent to Glasnevin Cemetery so it makes sense to visit both...
79 locals recommend
National Botanic Gardens
The National Botanic Gardens are noted for a fine plant collections holding over 15,000 plant species and cultivars from a variety of habitats from all around the world.
The Gardens are also famous for the exquisitely restored and planted glasshouses, notably the Turner Curvilinear Range and the Great Palm House.
They are adjacent to Glasnevin Cemetery so it makes sense to visit both...
The Phoenix Park is the largest enclosed public park in any capital city in Europe.
It was originally formed as a royal hunting Park in the 1660s and opened to the public in 1747. A large herd of fallow deer still remain to this day. The Park is also home to the Zoological Gardens, Áras an Uachtaráin, and Victorian flower gardens.
The Phoenix Park is only a mile and a half from O’Connell Street. Both passive and active recreational pursuits may be viewed or pursued such as walking, running, polo, cricket, hurling, and many more. The Glen Pond is set in very scenic surrounds in the Furry Glen. There are many walks and cycle trails available to the public.
1242 locals recommend
Phoenix Park
The Phoenix Park is the largest enclosed public park in any capital city in Europe.
It was originally formed as a royal hunting Park in the 1660s and opened to the public in 1747. A large herd of fallow deer still remain to this day. The Park is also home to the Zoological Gardens, Áras an Uachtaráin, and Victorian flower gardens.
The Phoenix Park is only a mile and a half from O’Connell Street. Both passive and active recreational pursuits may be viewed or pursued such as walking, running, polo, cricket, hurling, and many more. The Glen Pond is set in very scenic surrounds in the Furry Glen. There are many walks and cycle trails available to the public.
Designed by Ninian Niven in 1865, but with a history dating back over three hundred years, the Iveagh Gardens are located close to St Stephen’s Green Park in Dublin city centre.
From modest beginnings as an earl’s lawn, the gardens went on to host the splendour of the Dublin Exhibition Palace in 1865. Many of the original landscape features are still in place, or have been restored and conserved since 1995. These include the yew maze, the rosarium, and the fountains. The cascade in particular is a stunning spectacle in summer. Iveagh Gardens are popularly known as Dublin’s ‘Secret Garden’.
167 locals recommend
Iveagh Gardens
Saint Stephen's GreenDesigned by Ninian Niven in 1865, but with a history dating back over three hundred years, the Iveagh Gardens are located close to St Stephen’s Green Park in Dublin city centre.
From modest beginnings as an earl’s lawn, the gardens went on to host the splendour of the Dublin Exhibition Palace in 1865. Many of the original landscape features are still in place, or have been restored and conserved since 1995. These include the yew maze, the rosarium, and the fountains. The cascade in particular is a stunning spectacle in summer. Iveagh Gardens are popularly known as Dublin’s ‘Secret Garden’.
Food Scene
Excellent modern Irish food- worth availing of their Early Bird Menu if you're on a budget.
15 locals recommend
Mr Fox
38 Parnell Square WExcellent modern Irish food- worth availing of their Early Bird Menu if you're on a budget.
LEGIT COFFEE CO
1 Meath StIdeal for breakfast, brunch or coffee and cake. Dog friendly too!
TWO BOYS BREW
375 N Circular RdTrendy cafe services a variety of food, including breakfast.
Traditional neighbourhood cafe, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in unpretentious surroundings.
27 locals recommend
Monck's Green
156 Phibsborough RdTraditional neighbourhood cafe, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in unpretentious surroundings.
Michelin starred restaurant. Formal but welcoming with excellent food.
Great value pre-theatre menu if the a la carte seems a bit pricey. Booked required.
119 locals recommend
Chapter One Restaurant
18-19 Parnell Square NMichelin starred restaurant. Formal but welcoming with excellent food.
Great value pre-theatre menu if the a la carte seems a bit pricey. Booked required.
The Woollen Mills
42 Ormond Quay LowerModern, casual restaurant beside the Ha'penny Bridge.
One of my favourite restaurants in Dublin! Modern Irish food in a beautiful setting. Booking essential.
Check out the cocktail bar upstairs too.
44 locals recommend
Delahunt
39 Camden Street LowerOne of my favourite restaurants in Dublin! Modern Irish food in a beautiful setting. Booking essential.
Check out the cocktail bar upstairs too.
French inspired bistro style restaurant. Nice vibe to the place and usually busy.
They also service brunch and lunch.
Pop upstairs to the "Bar With No Name" for an after dinner pint
53 locals recommend
L'Gueuleton
1 Fade StFrench inspired bistro style restaurant. Nice vibe to the place and usually busy.
They also service brunch and lunch.
Pop upstairs to the "Bar With No Name" for an after dinner pint
Old school wine bar and restaurant. Excellent value set menus all day. Quaint and chintzy. As the name suggests, this basement location is a little cramped but it's all part of the atmosphere. Huge wine list.
9 locals recommend
La Cave Wine Bar and Restaurant
28 Anne St SOld school wine bar and restaurant. Excellent value set menus all day. Quaint and chintzy. As the name suggests, this basement location is a little cramped but it's all part of the atmosphere. Huge wine list.
101 Talbot
101 Talbot StCasual Irish restaurant offering good value and tasty food.
Foodie shop on the ground floor, with a cafe too.
Wine bar and food in the basement
Restaurant upstairs.
All good! Great value early bird in the restaurant.
175 locals recommend
Fallon & Byrne, Food Hall
11-17 Exchequer StFoodie shop on the ground floor, with a cafe too.
Wine bar and food in the basement
Restaurant upstairs.
All good! Great value early bird in the restaurant.
Drinks & Nightlife
Recently renovated and looking very well, Doyle's serve good quality food as well as lots of local beers and spirits.
Daily offers available and music on certain nights.
Doyles Corner
160/161 Phibsborough RdRecently renovated and looking very well, Doyle's serve good quality food as well as lots of local beers and spirits.
Daily offers available and music on certain nights.
Amazing pizza! I go here regularly (maybe too often!) for their Pizza and Pint deal (€12 before 6.30pm).
Great selection and Irish and international craft beers.
It's a hipster sports bar that also has old school video games.
51 locals recommend
The Back Page
199 Phibsborough RdAmazing pizza! I go here regularly (maybe too often!) for their Pizza and Pint deal (€12 before 6.30pm).
Great selection and Irish and international craft beers.
It's a hipster sports bar that also has old school video games.
Beer and Burgers in a faux-Victorian setting. Great for a few drinks and something to eat.
6 locals recommend
The Bald Eagle-Beer & Food Co
114-115 Phibsborough RdBeer and Burgers in a faux-Victorian setting. Great for a few drinks and something to eat.
Upscale modern bar (also serves food). Completely renovated in 2018 and right in the heart of the city.
85 locals recommend
Café en Seine
40 Dawson StUpscale modern bar (also serves food). Completely renovated in 2018 and right in the heart of the city.
One of the oldest pubs in Dublin, this pub was named after a chapel dedicated to Saint George in 1181. The Long Hall preserves a Victorian atmosphere evoking a by-gone age. The original pub which backs on to Dublin Castle opened in the 1860's and was much used by the Fenians. Today, The Long Hall retains much of its old charm; on the walls are engravings of the dealings of the Russian Emperor Paul I with the Polish patriot Kosiusko as well as prints of Gainsborough ladies. Over the entrance to the toilets are panels of art nouveau glass. The woodwork interior adds an air of authenticity to the premises.
119 locals recommend
The Long Hall
51 South Great George's StreetOne of the oldest pubs in Dublin, this pub was named after a chapel dedicated to Saint George in 1181. The Long Hall preserves a Victorian atmosphere evoking a by-gone age. The original pub which backs on to Dublin Castle opened in the 1860's and was much used by the Fenians. Today, The Long Hall retains much of its old charm; on the walls are engravings of the dealings of the Russian Emperor Paul I with the Polish patriot Kosiusko as well as prints of Gainsborough ladies. Over the entrance to the toilets are panels of art nouveau glass. The woodwork interior adds an air of authenticity to the premises.
The Stags Head dates back a few centuries, but was rebuilt in 1895 by the architect, A.J McLoughlin. A veritable shrine to the art of drink, McLoughlin designed the bar with stag themed stained glass windows, mirrors, wood panelling and of course a large stag's head over the bar. This lavishly re-designed Victorian bar was an instant success with Dublin punters in the 1890s and was even frequented by a young James Joyce.
134 locals recommend
The Stags Head
1 Dame CtThe Stags Head dates back a few centuries, but was rebuilt in 1895 by the architect, A.J McLoughlin. A veritable shrine to the art of drink, McLoughlin designed the bar with stag themed stained glass windows, mirrors, wood panelling and of course a large stag's head over the bar. This lavishly re-designed Victorian bar was an instant success with Dublin punters in the 1890s and was even frequented by a young James Joyce.
The Liquor Rooms, a subterranean den of delight. Aims to please all your senses with gastronomic thrills, liquors to make your taste buds sing and unexpected happenings to challenge your mind and delight your dancing shoes. Leave your inhibitions on the Quays and step down into one of the four rooms for an exciting and fun-filled evening in the most chic of vintage surrounds.
62 locals recommend
The Liquor Rooms
6-8 Wellington QuayThe Liquor Rooms, a subterranean den of delight. Aims to please all your senses with gastronomic thrills, liquors to make your taste buds sing and unexpected happenings to challenge your mind and delight your dancing shoes. Leave your inhibitions on the Quays and step down into one of the four rooms for an exciting and fun-filled evening in the most chic of vintage surrounds.
Situated on the corner of Dame and Parliament Street surrounded by Dublin’s finest architecture, Dublin City Hall and Dublin Castle is where you’ll find The Oak. A spot oozing with elegance and old world charm. The Oak is a stunning continental café bar with contemporary Irish food and full drinks menu that effortlessly brings you from day to night.
15 locals recommend
The Bakery
8 Essex St WSituated on the corner of Dame and Parliament Street surrounded by Dublin’s finest architecture, Dublin City Hall and Dublin Castle is where you’ll find The Oak. A spot oozing with elegance and old world charm. The Oak is a stunning continental café bar with contemporary Irish food and full drinks menu that effortlessly brings you from day to night.
The Globe and RiRa nightclub are located on South Great George's Street.
The Bar is located on the ground floor, the Club in the basement.
At closing time the Globe joins with Rí-Rá, where the fun continues until 2.30am each night and until 1.00am on Sunday.
68 locals recommend
The Globe
89 South Great George's StreetThe Globe and RiRa nightclub are located on South Great George's Street.
The Bar is located on the ground floor, the Club in the basement.
At closing time the Globe joins with Rí-Rá, where the fun continues until 2.30am each night and until 1.00am on Sunday.
Worth checking out for a pint and a toastie.
O'Donoghue's has a rich heritage and stands on a very historical site in Dublin City. Yet it's more modern musical history is really the stuff of legends. Ask any Irish man to name the artists or bands that have shaped Irish traditional and contemporary music and The name 'the Dubliners' always comes up. Christy Moore and the Dubliners have spent many a memorable night entertaining Dublin's music lovers in this bar. It is this spirit that is kept alive by today's musicians. It has an array of drawings and photos of Irish musicians adorning its walls. The pub serves soup and sandwiches only, all day every day. There is live music every night.
133 locals recommend
O'Donoghues Bar
15 Merrion RowWorth checking out for a pint and a toastie.
O'Donoghue's has a rich heritage and stands on a very historical site in Dublin City. Yet it's more modern musical history is really the stuff of legends. Ask any Irish man to name the artists or bands that have shaped Irish traditional and contemporary music and The name 'the Dubliners' always comes up. Christy Moore and the Dubliners have spent many a memorable night entertaining Dublin's music lovers in this bar. It is this spirit that is kept alive by today's musicians. It has an array of drawings and photos of Irish musicians adorning its walls. The pub serves soup and sandwiches only, all day every day. There is live music every night.
Peruke & Periwig look forward to serving you up a unique and memorable drinking and dining experience. In the Bar on the ground floor, you can enjoy a draught pint or a bottle of craft beer or choose from an extensive selection of cocktails, whiskeys, spirits, liqueurs and wines. They can rustle you up a great bar snack and they can turn out a great coffee too. Both diners and drinkers are most welcome on the second and third floor lounges. Browse the A to Z cocktail catalogue and dine from a great modern Irish menu every evening. For a taste of home, come and feast on the weekend Roast every Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy your time spent in Peruke & Periwig.
26 locals recommend
Peruke & Periwig
31 Dawson StPeruke & Periwig look forward to serving you up a unique and memorable drinking and dining experience. In the Bar on the ground floor, you can enjoy a draught pint or a bottle of craft beer or choose from an extensive selection of cocktails, whiskeys, spirits, liqueurs and wines. They can rustle you up a great bar snack and they can turn out a great coffee too. Both diners and drinkers are most welcome on the second and third floor lounges. Browse the A to Z cocktail catalogue and dine from a great modern Irish menu every evening. For a taste of home, come and feast on the weekend Roast every Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy your time spent in Peruke & Periwig.
Classic old Irish pub. Good for a quiet pint.
The pub consists of the main bar downstairs, and the upstairs lounge known as the Chatham Lounge.
Neary's is a good example of late Victorian public house design. It has a fine brick exterior, down to the elegant cast iron arms holding up lamps at the main door. The pub is named after Leo Neary who combined the running of the pub with the duties of Honary Consul of the Republic of Guatemala.
18 locals recommend
Neary's
1 Chatham StClassic old Irish pub. Good for a quiet pint.
The pub consists of the main bar downstairs, and the upstairs lounge known as the Chatham Lounge.
Neary's is a good example of late Victorian public house design. It has a fine brick exterior, down to the elegant cast iron arms holding up lamps at the main door. The pub is named after Leo Neary who combined the running of the pub with the duties of Honary Consul of the Republic of Guatemala.
AKA The Gravediggers. Ideal after a walk in Glasnevin Cemetery and The Botanic Gardens, but make sure you go into the OLD BAR for the real experience (the lounge is more modern)
"Founded in 1833, perhaps one of the longest generational pub in Ireland, often you'll find three generations of Kavanaghs behind the bar no music, no TV, conversation is king. Famed for great pints of plain, nestled in a quiet square near the north city center, one of the few gems left, a true traditional Dublin bar, little has changed here.
Kavanagh’s lounge serves lunch Mon-Fri 12noon - 3pm, Evening Tapas 6pm-8.30pm".
72 locals recommend
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers
1 Prospect SquareAKA The Gravediggers. Ideal after a walk in Glasnevin Cemetery and The Botanic Gardens, but make sure you go into the OLD BAR for the real experience (the lounge is more modern)
"Founded in 1833, perhaps one of the longest generational pub in Ireland, often you'll find three generations of Kavanaghs behind the bar no music, no TV, conversation is king. Famed for great pints of plain, nestled in a quiet square near the north city center, one of the few gems left, a true traditional Dublin bar, little has changed here.
Kavanagh’s lounge serves lunch Mon-Fri 12noon - 3pm, Evening Tapas 6pm-8.30pm".
Panti Bar
7-8 Capel StIconic Gay bar owned by Panti Bliss, "The Queen of Ireland".
Pricey but nice speakeasy.
"The chic and comfortable vintage surrounds are a throwback to the golden age of speakeasies, aviators and silent movie starlets. The extensive, award winning cocktail menu is lots of fun and the plates of food are a gourmet treat! Come ring VCC's doorbell, take a seat and allow them to indulge your every cocktail whim and feed your hungry bellies"
134 locals recommend
Bellucci's Italian Restaurant Cocktail Bar
22-30 Merrion RdPricey but nice speakeasy.
"The chic and comfortable vintage surrounds are a throwback to the golden age of speakeasies, aviators and silent movie starlets. The extensive, award winning cocktail menu is lots of fun and the plates of food are a gourmet treat! Come ring VCC's doorbell, take a seat and allow them to indulge your every cocktail whim and feed your hungry bellies"
Arts & Culture
Great collection in a stunning building but the main draw for it is the Francis Bacon Studio. A must-see for art lovers.
"In 1998, director Barbara Dawson secured the donation of Francis Bacon's studio and the Hugh Lane team removed the studio and it's entire contents from London to Dublin. The team, comprised archaeologists who made the survey and elevation drawings of the small studio, mapping out the spaces and locations of the objects and conservators and curators who tagged and packed each of the items, including the dust. The walls, doors floor and ceiling were also removed. The relocated studio opened to the public in 2001".
122 locals recommend
Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane
Parnell Square NorthGreat collection in a stunning building but the main draw for it is the Francis Bacon Studio. A must-see for art lovers.
"In 1998, director Barbara Dawson secured the donation of Francis Bacon's studio and the Hugh Lane team removed the studio and it's entire contents from London to Dublin. The team, comprised archaeologists who made the survey and elevation drawings of the small studio, mapping out the spaces and locations of the objects and conservators and curators who tagged and packed each of the items, including the dust. The walls, doors floor and ceiling were also removed. The relocated studio opened to the public in 2001".
"Founded in 1928, the Gate Theatre is considered by many to be Dublin's home for great European and American theatre, as well as classics from the modern and Irish repertoire. A space rich with history, it was at the Gate that Orson Welles, James Mason, Geraldine Fitzgerald and Michael Gambon began their prodigious acting careers. Award-winning director Selina Cartmell has served as Artistic Director of the Gate since April 2017".
62 locals recommend
Gate Theatre
"Founded in 1928, the Gate Theatre is considered by many to be Dublin's home for great European and American theatre, as well as classics from the modern and Irish repertoire. A space rich with history, it was at the Gate that Orson Welles, James Mason, Geraldine Fitzgerald and Michael Gambon began their prodigious acting careers. Award-winning director Selina Cartmell has served as Artistic Director of the Gate since April 2017".
Ireland's National Theatre, The Abbey Theatre stages world class plays by Irish and international playwrights.
If you're planning your trip in advance it's well work checking out the early bird tickets and previews; some tickets can be as cheap as €9!
They also run free previews on certain shows- check out their website for details.
The Peacock is also part of The Abbey but via a different entrance. If booking, make sure to know if it's The Abbey or The Peacock.
73 locals recommend
Abbey Theatre
26/27 Abbey Street LowerIreland's National Theatre, The Abbey Theatre stages world class plays by Irish and international playwrights.
If you're planning your trip in advance it's well work checking out the early bird tickets and previews; some tickets can be as cheap as €9!
They also run free previews on certain shows- check out their website for details.
The Peacock is also part of The Abbey but via a different entrance. If booking, make sure to know if it's The Abbey or The Peacock.
A small but charming theatre that stages some amazing productions.
It's basically a room above a pub but it punches well above it's weight. I've seen some fantastic shows here over the years.
Check out their website and social media for show details.
Theatre Upstairs
11 Eden QuayA small but charming theatre that stages some amazing productions.
It's basically a room above a pub but it punches well above it's weight. I've seen some fantastic shows here over the years.
Check out their website and social media for show details.
The New Theatre is through the rear of Connolly Books in Temple Bar. It offers excellent productions and tickets are usually very good value. On of my go-to spots.
The New Theatre
43 Essex St EThe New Theatre is through the rear of Connolly Books in Temple Bar. It offers excellent productions and tickets are usually very good value. On of my go-to spots.
Beautiful venue with a good choice of shows.
"Smock Alley Theatre is a 21st-century theatre in Dublin, converted from a 19th-century church building, incorporating structural material from an 18th-century theatre building, and built on the site of the 17th century Theatre Royal, Dublin. The present theatre was opened in 2012, after a €3.5 million investment.
The Smock Alley Theatre site comprises Smock Alley Theatre/Main Stage, The Boys School, Black Box, and The Banquet Hall".
15 locals recommend
Smock Alley Theatre 1662
6-7 Exchange Street LowerBeautiful venue with a good choice of shows.
"Smock Alley Theatre is a 21st-century theatre in Dublin, converted from a 19th-century church building, incorporating structural material from an 18th-century theatre building, and built on the site of the 17th century Theatre Royal, Dublin. The present theatre was opened in 2012, after a €3.5 million investment.
The Smock Alley Theatre site comprises Smock Alley Theatre/Main Stage, The Boys School, Black Box, and The Banquet Hall".
Project Arts Centre is a multidisciplinary arts centre based in Temple Bar, Dublin, which hosts visual arts, theatre, dance, music, and performance.
There is ALWAYS something to see here...
23 locals recommend
Project Arts Centre
39 Essex St EProject Arts Centre is a multidisciplinary arts centre based in Temple Bar, Dublin, which hosts visual arts, theatre, dance, music, and performance.
There is ALWAYS something to see here...
Historic Post Office that played a central role in the 1916 Easter Rising.
81 locals recommend
An Post General Post Office
O'Connell Street LowerHistoric Post Office that played a central role in the 1916 Easter Rising.
The 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.
In 1991, the Dublin Writers Museum was opened to house a history and celebration of literary Dublin.
Situated in a magnificent 18th century mansion in the north city centre, the collection features the lives and works of Dublin's literary celebrities over the past three hundred years.
Swift and Sheridan, Shaw and Wilde, Yeats, Joyce and Beckett are among those presented through their books, letters, portraits and personal items.
The museum holds exhibitions, lunchtime theatre and readings and has a special room devoted to ch
58 locals recommend
Dublin Writers Museum
18 Parnell Square NThe 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.
In 1991, the Dublin Writers Museum was opened to house a history and celebration of literary Dublin.
Situated in a magnificent 18th century mansion in the north city centre, the collection features the lives and works of Dublin's literary celebrities over the past three hundred years.
Swift and Sheridan, Shaw and Wilde, Yeats, Joyce and Beckett are among those presented through their books, letters, portraits and personal items.
The museum holds exhibitions, lunchtime theatre and readings and has a special room devoted to ch
I recommend the guided tour at Kilmainham Gaol and it's worth booking in advance. See their website.
"Kilmainham Gaol is a former prison in Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland. It is now a museum run by the Office of Public Works, an agency of the Government of Ireland. Many Irish revolutionaries, including the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising, were imprisoned and executed in the prison by the British".
568 locals recommend
Kilmainham Gaol Museum
Inchicore RoadI recommend the guided tour at Kilmainham Gaol and it's worth booking in advance. See their website.
"Kilmainham Gaol is a former prison in Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland. It is now a museum run by the Office of Public Works, an agency of the Government of Ireland. Many Irish revolutionaries, including the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising, were imprisoned and executed in the prison by the British".
The Irish Museum of Modern Art is worth checking out (even if you're not an art lover the grounds are stunning). I'd recommend combining IMMA and a trip to Kilmainham Gaol as they are just across the street from each other.
"IMMA’s home is the extraordinary historical site of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. Our programme extends beyond the gallery space, activating the beautiful grounds and buildings of the entire campus. A visit to IMMA can include time to discover, connect and reflect in our galleries, grounds, formal gardens, meadows, café or shop. You’ll find important info to inform your visit below. We look forward to welcoming you to IMMA".
358 locals recommend
Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
Military RoadThe Irish Museum of Modern Art is worth checking out (even if you're not an art lover the grounds are stunning). I'd recommend combining IMMA and a trip to Kilmainham Gaol as they are just across the street from each other.
"IMMA’s home is the extraordinary historical site of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. Our programme extends beyond the gallery space, activating the beautiful grounds and buildings of the entire campus. A visit to IMMA can include time to discover, connect and reflect in our galleries, grounds, formal gardens, meadows, café or shop. You’ll find important info to inform your visit below. We look forward to welcoming you to IMMA".
Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools.
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
316 locals recommend
National Gallery of Ireland
Merrion Square WestGrand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools.
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
You have to see The Bog Bodies...
Discover gold, bog bodies, ceramics, glass, Viking artefacts as well many other archaeological objects found in Ireland and around the world.
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
168 locals recommend
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology
35A Kildare StYou have to see The Bog Bodies...
Discover gold, bog bodies, ceramics, glass, Viking artefacts as well many other archaeological objects found in Ireland and around the world.
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
One of my favourite places in Dublin, also know as The Dead Zoo! A Victorian oddity that still draws visitors today, discover the natural world through lifelike zoological models, geological samples and engaging activity areas. (Don;t forget to go upstairs!).
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
177 locals recommend
National Museum of Ireland
Merrion Street UpperOne of my favourite places in Dublin, also know as The Dead Zoo! A Victorian oddity that still draws visitors today, discover the natural world through lifelike zoological models, geological samples and engaging activity areas. (Don;t forget to go upstairs!).
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
Public library with a free Yeats Exhibition on the lower floor.
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
31 locals recommend
National Library of Ireland
7-8 Kildare StPublic library with a free Yeats Exhibition on the lower floor.
Note: The National Gallery, The National Museum (Archaeology), The National Museum (Natural History- AKA "The Dead Zoo"), and the National Library are all in the same area, so it's worth covering them together. All are free of charge. The Dead Zoo is my personal favourite.
Excellent and succinct museum with a little bit of everything. I'd class this as a "must do". Booking required.
126 locals recommend
The Little Museum of Dublin
15 St Stephen's GreenExcellent and succinct museum with a little bit of everything. I'd class this as a "must do". Booking required.
Marsh’s Library, built by Archbishop Narcissus Marsh (1638-1713), was the first public library in Ireland and is one of the very few 18th century buildings left in Dublin that is still being used for its original purpose.
The interior of the library, with its beautiful dark oak bookcases each with carved and lettered gables, topped by a mitre, and the three elegant wired alcoves or ‘cages’ where the readers were locked in with rare books, remains unchanged since it was built three hundred years ago. It is a magnificent example of a 17th century scholars’ library.
Note: Marsh's Library is just around the corner from St. Patrick's Cathedral.
36 locals recommend
Marsh's Library
Saint Patrick's CloseMarsh’s Library, built by Archbishop Narcissus Marsh (1638-1713), was the first public library in Ireland and is one of the very few 18th century buildings left in Dublin that is still being used for its original purpose.
The interior of the library, with its beautiful dark oak bookcases each with carved and lettered gables, topped by a mitre, and the three elegant wired alcoves or ‘cages’ where the readers were locked in with rare books, remains unchanged since it was built three hundred years ago. It is a magnificent example of a 17th century scholars’ library.
Note: Marsh's Library is just around the corner from St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Getting Around
Broadstone station
The is the nearest Green Line Luas (tram) stop to The Victorian Parlour.
Nearest Dublin Bike station to The Victorian Parlour.
There are Dublin Bike stations throughout the city.
See their website for further details.
Dublin Bikes - Station No. 2 Blessington St
Nearest Dublin Bike station to The Victorian Parlour.
There are Dublin Bike stations throughout the city.
See their website for further details.
Sightseeing
Centre point of the City, TCD is lovely just to wander around the grounds and get some peace.
It is also home to the Book of Kells and the Long Room Library, as well as one of the smallest cemeteries in Ireland known as Chaloner's Corner.
Also worthwhile is the Geology Department Building; if it's looks locked just push the door to see the stunning foyer.
218 locals recommend
Trinity College Library
College GreenCentre point of the City, TCD is lovely just to wander around the grounds and get some peace.
It is also home to the Book of Kells and the Long Room Library, as well as one of the smallest cemeteries in Ireland known as Chaloner's Corner.
Also worthwhile is the Geology Department Building; if it's looks locked just push the door to see the stunning foyer.
St Stephen’s Green Park is a historical park and garden, located in the centre of Dublin city.
23 locals recommend
Saint Stephen's Green
Saint Stephen's GreenSt Stephen’s Green Park is a historical park and garden, located in the centre of Dublin city.
Christ Church Cathedral (founded c.1028) is one of the top visitor attractions in Dublin. Step inside and you can enjoy the cathedral’s beautiful interior and fascinating medieval crypt.
378 locals recommend
Christ Church Cathedral
Christchurch PlaceChrist Church Cathedral (founded c.1028) is one of the top visitor attractions in Dublin. Step inside and you can enjoy the cathedral’s beautiful interior and fascinating medieval crypt.
I personally prefer St. Patrick's Cathedral over Christchurch (although they are both beautiful).
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland. The building is a busy place that serves as a place of worship, a visitor attraction and as a host for many events. A dedicated team of staff, volunteers and members of the Cathedral community are responsible for ensuring this building’s ongoing life and ministry is maintained for future generations to enjoy.
Note: Marsh's Library is just around the corner from St. Patrick's Cathedral.
391 locals recommend
St Patrick's Cathedral
Saint Patrick's CloseI personally prefer St. Patrick's Cathedral over Christchurch (although they are both beautiful).
Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland. The building is a busy place that serves as a place of worship, a visitor attraction and as a host for many events. A dedicated team of staff, volunteers and members of the Cathedral community are responsible for ensuring this building’s ongoing life and ministry is maintained for future generations to enjoy.
Note: Marsh's Library is just around the corner from St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Entertainment & Activities
The Best of Irish, Independent and World Cinema in the Heart of Dublin City. Various film festival throughout the year.
Café. Film Shop. Restaurant. Cinema.
82 locals recommend
Irish Film Institute
6 Eustace StThe Best of Irish, Independent and World Cinema in the Heart of Dublin City. Various film festival throughout the year.
Café. Film Shop. Restaurant. Cinema.
Art house and main stream cinema.
Light House is one of Dublin's most vibrant cultural spaces with 614 seats across 4 screens including a cafe and subterranean bar built into the framework of an underground car park.
Our excellent presentation and unique programming style has earned us the reputation as one of the best cinemas in Ireland with accolades from the likes of the Guardian Film Awards (Highly Commended Best Cinema) and ARTINFO (Coolest Cinema in the World).
Chill out in our bar before or after your movie or alternatively enjoy craft beers, wine and cocktails from our bar in screen.
162 locals recommend
Light House Cinema
Market Street SouthArt house and main stream cinema.
Light House is one of Dublin's most vibrant cultural spaces with 614 seats across 4 screens including a cafe and subterranean bar built into the framework of an underground car park.
Our excellent presentation and unique programming style has earned us the reputation as one of the best cinemas in Ireland with accolades from the likes of the Guardian Film Awards (Highly Commended Best Cinema) and ARTINFO (Coolest Cinema in the World).
Chill out in our bar before or after your movie or alternatively enjoy craft beers, wine and cocktails from our bar in screen.
Guinness Storehouse
Tour of the Home of Guinness.
See the mummies at St Michan’s!
St Michan’s which was founded in 1095, was the only church located on the north side of Dublin City until 1686. The present structure dates from 1685 and was renovated in 1825. The interior, which has changed little since Victorian times, still has its original organ. Another notable artefact is the Penitant’s Desk, commissioned in 1724 and used for public confession.
Below the church are five long burial vaults containing the mummified remains of many of Dublin’s most influential families from 1600 to 1800. In the vaults, guests can view the death mask of Wolfe Tone and the coffins of the 1798 rebels John and Henry Sheares.
36 locals recommend
St. Michan's Church
Church StreetSee the mummies at St Michan’s!
St Michan’s which was founded in 1095, was the only church located on the north side of Dublin City until 1686. The present structure dates from 1685 and was renovated in 1825. The interior, which has changed little since Victorian times, still has its original organ. Another notable artefact is the Penitant’s Desk, commissioned in 1724 and used for public confession.
Below the church are five long burial vaults containing the mummified remains of many of Dublin’s most influential families from 1600 to 1800. In the vaults, guests can view the death mask of Wolfe Tone and the coffins of the 1798 rebels John and Henry Sheares.