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Introduction
Welcome to the fifth edition of my series A day in Dublin. Last year I decided to take a cheeky solo day trip to Dublin, and it was great! It’s a fantastic city that I would recommend to anyone that is looking to venture out and travel solo. Here are a few things to do in Dublin, Ireland for the day.
Now let me tell you a little story…..
Can you believe that I NEARLY MISSED MY FLIGHT! I didn’t even think I was going to make it to Dublin. The journey to Southend Airport was an absolute mission and a half! And to make matters worst, I found out when I got to Liverpool Street Station that my flight had been moved forward. I truly believed I was going to miss my flight and if I had listened to the lady at the train station, I wouldn’t have even made it to Dublin. There is more detail over on Jennasworldview site – When Shit Goes Wrong on Holiday.
Once I arrived in Dublin, I was able to get a coach with GoAirCoach from the airport into the city, which wasn’t too expensive. I remember it being less than £15 for a return! I would also suggest getting the same coach back to the airport. The journey was pretty smooth, it took no more than an hour to get to my first destination.
As I was going solo, I decided to do an Airbnb tour suggested by TheTravelTauraus.
First Stop – The Docklands Red Piles
The first stop was meeting with my Airbnb host who first took to me to the Grand Canal Docks. This is a cute little location for those that love a cheeky picture or two.
Interesting Fact: The Grand Canal Docks first opened in 1796. At the time, they were the world’s largest docks.
Second Stop – Trinity College
The second stop we headed over to the first famous University of Dublin. I was quite intrigued by this university because many of my Irish friends had spoken about it while I was at Uni.
Third Stop – St Steven Green
We then headed to St Stephen’s Green park. A beautiful park designed by William Sheppard. I loved how peaceful the park was and how green it was.
Fourth Stop – Grafter Street
We headed to Grafton Street, which is a shopping centre near St Stephen’s Green Park.
Interesting Fact: In 2008, Grafton Street was the fifth most expensive main shopping street in the world, at €5,621/m²/year.
Fifth stop – The Umbrellas
This was my favourite part of the trip. My Airbnb host had told me a funny story about how she found this street on a drunken night out with some friends. It’s right next to a bar called Zozimus Bar. If you get the chance, take some pictures underneath the umbrellas.
Sixth Stop – Temple Bar
After taking some pictures around the city and outside Temple Bar, I decided I was very hungry so had some lunch before my long walk to Kilmainham Gaol.
Final Stop – Kilmainham Gaol
Last but not least, Kilmainham Gaol. This was a museum that used to be a prison in Kilmainham, Dublin, Ireland. It is now a museum run by the Office of Public Works, an agency of the Government of Ireland.
Conclusion
And that is it how to do a day in Dublin, Ireland with a few things to add to your Dublin itinerary. Surprisingly, I got a lot done! What about you? Would you ever head over to Dublin on a solo trip for the day?
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See you soon,
MBV X
