104 / 130
DAY 2
MORNING
After a hearty Irish breakfast at your accommodation, why not blow the cobwebs away and catch a breath of fresh air in the
city with
See Dublin by Bike .Try a Guided Cycling Tour of Dublin, taking you places well off the beaten track. Departing daily
from Café Rothar, 16, Fade Street, Dublin 2.When you see Dublin by bike with Sean and Julian as your guides, you’ll discover
the rich history, the folklore, the great buildings and the unique atmosphere of this city, all with a friendly guide.
Try the Taste of Dublin bike tour which uncovers Dublin’s true and local charm. There are no hills and the pace is relaxed. Taking
you through the main thoroughfares and exploring character-filled side streets – ‘from Guinness to Google’ – giving you an
unforgettable introduction to Ireland’s capital city.
Allow 2½ hours for this experience
See the city from a different angle and explore Dublin’s most famous river, the River Liffey, with
City Kayaking Dublin. Paddle
right through the heart of Dublin’s city centre and take in some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Your guide will kit you out
with all the relevant safety gear and you’ll be on your way before you know it. Using qualified guides and safety boats the crew
at City Kayaking can ensure the highest standards of safety.
Allow approx. 2 hours for this experience
Or Alternative Experience
Alternatively for those that prefer to keep their feet firmly on the ground, why not enjoy a DublinWalking Tour with Pat Liddy’s
Walking Tours of Dublin.
They say Dublin is a feeling, as much as it is a place. The beauty of Dublin lies inside and outside – in both the obvious as well as
the hidden! You can find it on the streets, behind the facades, Northside of the river Liffey as well as Southside, under rainy clouds
or bright sunlight, and especially in the Irish peoples’ hearts! With a choice of themed tours from Pat Liddy and his team, you can
explore Dublin your way with tour choices including ‘In the Footsteps of St Patrick’ to ‘Dublin Film walk’ as well as the ever popular
‘Best of Dublin’ and of course ‘Dublin Highlights and Hidden Corners’ (you can also book a private tour for groups, at a time to
suit you, where you can also opt for a special interest topic from Architecture to History, Dublin City and beyond with a specific
language guide, if you choose).
Allow 2½ hours for this experience
LUNCH
For lunch the options are endless. If the weather is fine, why not pick up the contents for a wonderful picnic lunch at Fallon
& Byrne Food Hall on Exchequer Street; Avoca Café on Suffolk Street or TheWoollen Mills, featuring some wonderful local and
artisan produce, and savour it in one of Dublin’s unique parks and gardens – St. Stephens’ Green (Victorian Square), Merrion Square
(exemplary Georgian Square with fascinating literary history), St. Patrick’s Park (beside St. Patrick’s Cathedral), The Iveagh Gardens
(popularly known as Dublin’s ‘Secret Garden’) or The Phoenix Park (the largest enclosed City public park in Europe).
Alternatively enjoy some local Irish foods and international culinary delights in one of the many eateries around the city.
AFTERNOON
After lunch why not take in a visit to
The Little Museum of Dublin, 15 St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2 for a guided tour of the
Museum.
Inside one of Stephen’s Green’s beautiful terraced houses, this hidden gem is a wonderful example of the locals coming together
to create something unique. Dubliners donated every one of the amazing historical items in this museum so the authentic ‘Old
Dublin’ feel is palpable. A museum created by the people for the people, who live in the city it celebrates.
Allow 1½ hours for this experience
102
Merrion Square
Grand Canal