3/5/2022 1 Comment Dublin, IrelandDublin has officially left me speechless with its dreamy architect, picturesque views, and tasty Guinness. It truly is the Emerald Isle. tHE sTAYTemple Bar InnSo happy I found Temple Bar Inn, not only is it right in the heart of Dublin and walking distance to everything you'll want to see/do but its incredibly affordable, clean and has the nicest staff (oh and I can't forget to mention the complementary cappuccino maker in the lobby). When you enter the hotel you'll want to take either the elevator or stairs down one floor for reception. tHE Must SeetHE tEMPLE bARYou can't come to Dublin without making a stop at the iconic Temple Bar which is well known for having Ireland's largest collection of whisky. This place gets packed fast, has become more of tourist spot and is more pricey than most other pubs so come early to enjoy a pint of Guinness or a glass of whisky then continue exploring Dublin. Grafton StreetFor all your shopping needs you'll want to visit Grafton Street. This area is a lot of fun with shops, restaurants, pubs and performers. Henry Street is another shopping area to check out, we did not visit but were told by locals that you can find a lot more affordable options there. Visit Cliffs of Moher/GalwayI can not stress this enough, this is THE biggest must see when visiting Ireland. if you are staying in Dublin you can book a day tour at an affordable price through TripAdvisor or Viator with Wild Rover Tours. The bus will pick you up early in the morning at one of two spots then you will be on your way. Its about a 3 hour drive but trust me the views are unreal and our tour guide made the ride enjoyable by pointing out landmarks and telling us stories about the culture and history in Ireland. You'll arrive at Cliffs of Moher and have two hours to take in the views and check out the visitor center, from there you will go to the town of Galway where you'll have an additional two hours to have lunch and few pints of Guinness. This was by far my most memorable and surreal experience while in Ireland. Saint Patrick's CathedralWhen walking around Dublin you'll see the most outstanding cathedrals but the beauty continues on the inside. Saint Patrick's Cathedral was about a 20 minute walk from our hotel, only cost 7.5 euros and had a lavish green park in the back (which was filled with so many pups when we were visiting)! The best part is that this cathedral is not only a tourist spot but actually still holds services. The Must DoDublin CastleIm still so amazed at the detail that is throughout the Dublin Castle, do not miss out on the opportunity to live out your fairytale dreams and learn about the history of a castle in Dublin. Tickets can be purchased online or upon arriving and are 8 euros. The tour is self guided and will take about 40-60 minutes. Jameson Distillery On Bow StThe Jameson Distillery on Bow St offers a variety of experiences such as cocktail making classes, black barrel blending classes and more. We chose the Bow St Experience which included a brief history lesson on Jameson and the process of creating the Irish whisky to finally taste testing. A drink at the bar was also included at the end of the tour in their stunning bar. Guinness StorehouseThe Guinness Storehouse also offers a few different experiences which can be booked either online or upon arrival. We went with the self guided tour + gravity + stoutie option which is 100% what I would recommend. The self guided tour starts on the second floor and takes you a few stories up while teaching you all about the iconic beer, afterwards we went to get our stoutie which is a Guinness with your photo on top (yes you read that right)! After enjoying our artwork of a Guinness we headed up to the gravity bar for one more pint. The gravity bar is definitely the showstopper of this tour, the views are breathtaking and provide a 360 view of Dublin. The eATSLemon Jelly CafeThe best place for a traditional Irish breakfast and they even offer a smaller version as well as pastries, crepes and omelets. This place is a bit small and can get busy quick so I recommend going a little earlier or preparing for a wait. The Black ForgeThe Black Forge, otherwise known as Conor McGregors place and one of the only places to try a Forged Irish Stout! The aesthetic of this place was spot on, it had such a cozy feel with warm lighting and the cutest accents of greenery. Don't forget to check out the photo op spot on their patio! tHE kINGS hEAD (gALWAY)The Kings Head is a great cozy lunch spot to try while in Galway. Cloud NineCloud Nine is the perfect place to go to when you're having a sweets craving. Its located on the same street as Temple Bar and offers a variety of treats! The Rolling DonutI actually came across this business while browsing through Instagram and absolutely had to add it to my list of must tries while in Dublin. These donuts are unreal, they're so light and fluffy, have an incredible filling and are actually very decent in size. We tried the Lotus Biscoff and Cookies & Cream. Fun Facts/Tips *The currency used is euros but credit/debit cards are accepted throughout, if you choose to exchange your money into euros I recommend doing so at the airport in baggage claim.
*Ubers/Lyfts do not exist here so either catch a taxi or learn the bus system. *Instead of saying cheers say slainte!
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Nana
5/16/2022 12:27:16 am
Good info on Dublin & Galway. ❤️ How much or what volume is a pint? Is same size as a mixed drink, like rum & coke?.
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