Dublin is interesting because it's very different than what you would think it would be. Of course, there are lots of pubs for drinking and Irish corn beef and cabbage, but there is so much more than the stereotypes presented. Locals and travelers will often say to you, "Dont spend more than a couple days in Dublin- it's just another big city."
When you come to Dublin, there is plenty to see and do and this statement just doesn't match up.
Dublin has such a variety of old and new architecture- it's fantastic. The river has these beautiful backdrops of the new buildings built within the last 5-10 years. The other side is full of history and houses of great writers, historians, or poets.
There are incredible libraries(the famous trinity college, the museums, great restaurants/food, pub after pub with live music, historical monuments, castles, opera/symphony/plays. I wouldn't compare it will all major cities because it has a special charm and unique quality that I enjoyed. It seemed like everything had some history or significance.
Great pad thai for lunch, an amazing salad bar and an adorable cafe, Irish coffee, and fish and cabbage. The food quality is quite surprising.
The old Jameson and Guinness distillery were not of interest to us, but the area was awesome. It was like a Lower east side looking area- hip and trendy- loved it.
Super bummed I missed the Writers museum, but we can't have it all- just something close to it:)
Places visited:
Christ Church Cathedral
Irish museum of modern art
National gallery of Art
National history museum
Convention center Dublin
U2 street
Area with all famous pubs and nightlife
Opera hall
Trinity college Dublin
Save the best for last this is absolutely amazing!
Federal building/ UN building
Many more on the bus tour just sightseeing
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