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85 FREE Things to See & Do in Dublin

Your options in Dublin are endless, here is a brief selection to get you started!

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Museums

1. National Museum of Archaeology
Description: Walk into the National Museum of Ireland on Kildare Street and you are magically transported back in time. A stroll through time will take you all the way back to 7,000BC.
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2. National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History
Description: The National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts and History - charting Ireland's economic, social, political and military progress through the ages. Exhibitions run throughout the year - check website for up to date listing.
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3. National Museum of Ireland - Natural History
Description: The newly reopened Natural History Museum is home to specimens ranging from the magnificent grandeur of the 11,000 year old skeleton of the Irish giant deer to the familiar face of the much loved giraffe. Birds, insects, lions, tigers - every available space on the floor, around the walls and suspended from the ceilings of the two story building brings us closer to the geological origins of our island and native wildlife of other continents
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4. Irish Museum of Modern Art
Description: The Irish Museum of Modern Art is Ireland's leading national institution for the collection and presentation of modern and contemporary art. Exhibitions run throughout the year – check website for up to date listing.
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5. Pearse Museum
Description: A former school run by Patriot and Educationalist Patrick Pearse, it is now a museum set in beautiful grounds. Attractions include exhibitions, a nature study room with attractive displays on Irish Flora & Fauna and an audio-visual show titled 'This Man Kept a School'.
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6. Irish Jewish Museum
3 Walworth Road, Portobello Dublin 8
Description: The Museum is located in a former Synagogue, with its original features and preserves memorabilia relating to Irish Jewry.
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Galleries and Archives

7. National Gallery of Ireland
Description: Today the collection includes over 2,500 paintings and some 10,000 other works in different media including watercolours, drawings, prints and sculpture.
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8. National Photographic Archive
Description: The National Photographic Archive houses the photographic collection of the National Library of Ireland, of over 600,000 photographs. Exhibitions run throughout the year – see website for up to date listing.
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9. Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane
Description: No visit to Dublin is complete without a visit to Bacon's Studio in Dublin City Gallery, The Hugh Lane. Exhibitions run throughout the year – see website for up to date listing.
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10. Graphic Studio Gallery
Description: Graphic Studio Gallery is the oldest gallery in Dublin dealing exclusively in original fine art prints. The gallery's stock includes etchings, lithographs, woodblocks, screen-prints, mono-prints and carborundum prints by over 150 Irish and international artists.
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11. Temple Bar Gallery and Studios
Description: TBG&S is a publicly funded, non-profit making organization which hosts a high profile programme of Irish and international art.
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12. Merrion Square Art Exhibition
Merrion Square, 10.30am to 6.30pm every Sunday.
Description: All year open-air weekend art exhibition which now has over 200 artists exhibiting.
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13. Irish Architectural Archive
Description: Guided tours are available by appointment. Tours are free of charge.
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14. Chester Beatty Library
Description: The Library's rich collection of manuscripts, prints, icons, miniature paintings, early printed books and objects d'art from countries across the world offers visitors a visual feast.
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15. Irish Traditional Music Archive
Description: The Irish Traditional Music Archive is a reference archive and resource centre for the traditional song, instrumental music and dance of Ireland.
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16. The Science Gallery
Description: Science Gallery is a world first- a new type of venue where science and art collide. Science Galley aims to involve ignite and transform curious minds through science, creating dynamic intersections between science and art, through exhibitions, experiments and events.
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17. The Bad Art Gallery
79 Francis Street, Dublin 8
Description: The Bad Art Gallery exists to increase the awareness of art, thus making it more approachable and affordable as possible.
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Points of Interest

18. Dublin Tourism Centre
Suffolk Street, Dublin 2 Description: A visitor attraction in its own right, the Dublin Tourism Centre is located in the former St. Andrew’s Church and both the building and the site have a rich history. Come visit the building and also get some ideas and suggestions for your time in Dublin from our travel advisors.
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19. Trinity College Dublin
Description: Trinity College builds on its four-hundred-year-old tradition of scholarship to confirm its position as one of the great universities of the world. A leisurely stroll through the extensive campus grounds exposes you to some of the capitals best examples of Georgian architecture.
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20. General Post Office
Description: It is the headquarters building for An Post, the Irish Postal Service. The foundation stone was laid in 1814 and this was the main stronghold of the Irish Volunteers in the 1916 Easter Rising.
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21. Aras an Uachtaráin
Description: The Residence of the President of Ireland. It is open Saturdays only. Free tours depart from the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre.
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22. Leinster House
Description: Seat of Dail Éireann (House of Representatives) and Seanad Éireann (The Senate), which (together with the President) constitute the Oireachtas (National Parliament), was erected in 1745 from designs by Richard Castle. The public are admitted when the Parliament is not sitting. Advance notice is required.
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23. Government Buildings
Description: The building has been converted and entirely refurbished to form modern accommodation for a number of departments including the Department of the Taoiseach, the Department of Finance and the Office of the Attorney General.
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24. Tailor's Hall
Description: A short distance south on the opposite side of High Street is the Tailor's Hall, dating from 1796 and the only remaining guild hall in Dublin.
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25. Lusk Heritage Centre
Description: Lusk Heritage Centre comprises of a 9th century round tower, a medieval belfry and a 19th century church. They form a unit, although they were built over a period of almost a thousand years.
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26. Dublinbikes
Description: The 450 bikes are available for hire from 40 locations around the city, to encourage commuters & tourists to take a greener option. The bicycles are free for the first 30 minutes.
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27. City Hall
Description: City Hall is an outstanding example of the Georgian architecture for which Dublin is world-renowned. Tours of City Hall available free of charge to groups who arrange in advance. Audio guides and leaflets are available in English, Irish, German, Spanish, Italian and French. Phone: +353 1 222 2204
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Houses and Castles

28. Farmleigh House
Description: It covers an area of 79 acres and contains many beautiful features including the Main House, which is a fine example of Georgian-Victorian architecture, the Sunken Garden, the Walled Garden, the famous Clock Tower and the Lake.
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29. Rathfarnham Castle
Description: The castle has a very colourful and interesting history and visitors can view fine 18th century interiors by Sir William Chambers and James 'Athenian' Stuart. The castle is presented as a castle undergoing conservation and visitors can see tantalizing glimpses of layers of the castle's earlier existence uncovered during research.
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Churches and Cathedrals

30. St Audoens Church
Description: Sited in the heart of the walled city, St. Audoens is the only remaining medieval parish church in Dublin.
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31. St. Mary's Abbey
Description: St. Mary's is one of Dublin's best kept medieval secrets. Once the wealthiest Cistercian abbey in Ireland, today it is unrecognizable. Two rooms remain: the Chapter House and the Slype.
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32. Saint Mary's Pro-Cathedral
Description: Saint Mary’s Pro-Cathedral is one of the four mensal parishes of the Archbishop of Dublin. From time to time the Pro-Cathedral hosts events such concerts and choirs.
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33. St Ann’s Church
18 Dawson Street, Dublin 2
Description: The interior of the church was designed by Isaac Wills and completed in 1720. The original, partially completed facade was replaced by the present imposing neo- Romanesque structure by Sir Thomas Dean in 1868.
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34. Carmelite Church Whitefriar Street
Description: Whitefriar Street Church is one of the best known places of worship in the city. The relics of St Valentine rest here as does the Statue of Our Lady of Dublin.
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Markets

35. Art & Crafts Market (Newmarket Square)
Don't pay through the nose for handicrafts in exclusive shops when you can purchase them straight from the artist in a fun market environment.
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36. Ballymun Farmers Market
Description: Irish village Market, 7 Windsor Place Lanesville, Monkstown Ave.
The Ballymun Farmers Market runs every Thursday from 11am - 4 pm and is located on the new Ballymun Plaza.
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37. Georges Street Arcade (South Great George St)
With over 40 shops and stalls the Georges Street has everything - cutting edge fashion for men, women and children, gifts galore, hairdressing, fortune telling, curios, collectables, and antiques.
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38. Blackrock Market.
19a Main St
Description: The market can boast of a unique mixture in new, second-hand and antique goods for the discerning buyer.
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39. Designer Mart at Cow's Lane
Cow’s Lane Temple Bar
Description: This outdoor market showcases artwork and designer creations.
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40. Temple Bar Food Markets
Meeting House Square
Description: This foodie’s paradise is nestled among the streets and spaces of your Cultural Quarter and is just waiting to be discovered!
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41. Temple Bar Book Market
Description: Every Saturday and Sunday 11am - 6pm on Temple Bar Square.
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42. Moore Street Market
Description: Scene of Dublin’s famous street barrow vendors. This is a must for visitors who wish to experience a slice of life and get a flavour of Dublin through the wit of its people.
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43. Smithfield Outdoor Market
Every Friday from 11am - 3pm.
Description: Spanish foods, jams, cheese, olives, breads, fruit & vegetables, beauty products and jewellery.
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Gardens and Parks

48. Dodder Valley Park
Description: Located on the N81 at Firhouse. Shaped by the Dodder River, this wonderful linear park runs from the Dublin Mountains through South Dublin.
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49. Garden of Remembrance
Description: Designed by Daithi Hanly and dedicated to the memory of all those who gave their lives in the cause of Irish Freedom.
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50. National Botanic Gardens
Description: The Gardens, 19.5 hectares on the south bank of the Tolka contain many attractive features including an arboretum, sensory garden, rock garden and burren area, large pond, extensive herbaceous borders, student garden and annual display of decorative plants including a rare example of Victorian carpet bedding.
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51. Phoenix Park Visitor Centre
The Phoenix Park is one of the largest and most magnificent city parks in Europe. A lively and entertaining exhibition on the history and wildlife of the Phoenix Park is on display in the Visitor Centre.
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52. Phoenix Park
Description: The Phoenix Park is one of the largest and most magnificent city parks in Europe at 707 hectares. It is an historic landscape of international importance and one of the largest designed landscapes in any European city. A herd of Fallow Deer has lived in the Park since the 1660's when they were introduced by the Duke of Ormond. Áras an Uachtaráin, the residence of the President of Ireland dates from 1750 and is located in the centre of the park adjacent to the United States Ambassador's residence, which was built in 1774. Many other historic buildings and monuments are located in the Park. Dublin Zoo is also contained within the grounds of the park!
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53. St Stephen's Green
Description: This 9 hectare park is a sanctuary from the bustle of the city streets with tree lined walks, shrubberies, etc. There are lunchtime concerts in the summer months.
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54. Killiney Hill Park
Description: Killiney is south of the city and is a small village stretching from the beach to the stunning views of Killiney Hill Park. There are quite spectacular views from the park, over the city, the bay, and Dublin and Wicklow mountains. Killiney Bay is said to resemble the Bay of Naples. Its highest point, at the obelisk is 170m above sea level. The steepest slopes are on the Eastern side, embracing the curve of Killiney Bay. The perfect location for a leisurely stroll to relax.

55. War Memorial Gardens
Description: The War Memorial Gardens cover an area of c8ha on the southern slopes of the Liffey opposite the Magazine Fort in the Phoenix Park.
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56. Blessington Street Basin (Dublin's Secret Garden)
Description: Located at the end of Blessington Street, a 10 minute walk from O'Connell Street, this former city reservoir is now a quiet haven for both visitors and local wildlife.
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57. Carmel Duignan's Garden
Description: Carmel Duignan, a gardening writer and former television producer, has created a beautiful garden in the mild, maritime climate of south-east County Dublin
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58. The Iveagh Gardens
Description: The Iveagh Gardens are among the finest and least known of Dublin's park and gardens.
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59. Dubh Linn Gardens
Dame Street, Dublin 2
Description: Hidden behind Dublin Castle, just south of Dame Street. Easiest access is from Dame Street through the castle grounds. The garden is filled with colorful and bold artworks -colorful ceramic tiles at the bird bath, a giant glass snake, and the memorial to the 2003 Special Olympics.

60. Herbert Park
Description: Herbert Park is named after Sidney Herbert (1810-1861), the father of the Earl of Pembroke who, in 1903, offered the site to Pembroke Urban District Council for development as a public park.
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61. Merrion Square
Description: This elegant Square, adorned by an attractive public park, retains much of its Georgian Character.
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62. St. Anne's Park & Rose Gardens
Description: St. Anne's Estate was the former Dublin home of the Guinness Family. It was acquired in 1939 by Dublin Corporation and St. Anne’s is now the largest enclosed Dublin City Park, covering some 112 hectare (270 acres).
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63. Talbot Botanic Gardens
Description: In the Talbot Botanic gardens, situated within Malahide Castle Demesne and containing almost 5,000 species. Emphasis has been placed on Southern Hemisphere plants, particularly Australasian and Chilean species.
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64. North Bull Island
Description: It is now a Nature Reserve and Bird Sanctuary of international importance with up to 25,000 wading birds using the area in winter.
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Walks

44. Howth Coastal Path
Description: At the northern tip of Dublin Bay, prepare yourself for a picturesque walk over cliff tops as you circle Howth head.
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45. iWalk Podcasts
Description: iWalks are podcast audio guides to Dublin tell the story of Dublin as spoken by their author, historian and artist, Pat Liddy. There are eleven themes covering many fascinating aspects of the city:
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46. Hike Howth Head Peninsula
Description: This scenic coastal area is located just 9 miles from Dublin city centre and is a vibrant and beautiful fishing village situated on the scenic Howth Peninsula. The Howth Peninsula with its picturesque harbour and lighthouses, beaches, walks, martello towers and portal tomb possesses some of the finest scenery in Ireland with magnificent panoramas over Dublin Bay.
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47. Hidden Dublin Walks
Description: Some of their tours are free of charge
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Festivals and Events

65. Irish High Cross Exhibition
01/07/2010 - 28/03/2011
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History

66. The Novak/O’Doherty Collection
08/09/2010 - 30/01/2011
Irish Museum of Modern Art

67. A Space For Learning
05/11/2010 - 29/01/2011
Dublin City Centre

68. Heroes and Kings of the Shahnama
17/11/2010 - 03/04/2011
Chester Beatty Library

69. Richard Tuttle
19/11/2010 - 10/04/2011
Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane

70. The Repetition Festival Show
25/11/2010 - 19/02/2011
Project Arts Centre

71. Winter Activity Trail Worksheet
01/12/2010 - 09/01/2011
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology

72. Winter Activity Trail Worksheet
21/12/2010 - 09/01/2011
National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

73. Happening in Dublin
28/12/2010 - 12/01/2011
Monster Truck Gallery and Studio

74. 'Seeking the Human Face'
05/01/2011 - 05/01/2011
Dublin

75. RPA - Luas Art Competition 2010
21/01/2011 - 29/01/2011
Rua Red Arts Centre

76. Spaces and Places: Imagined Spaces
22/01/2011 - 19/02/2011
Rua Red Arts Centre

77. Dublin Chinese New Year Festival 2011
01/02/2011 - 14/02/2011
Dublin City Centre

78. Patterns of Illumination
28/02/2011 - 02/04/2011
Rua Red Arts Centre

79. Dublin Book Festival
04/03/2011 - 06/03/2011
Dublin

80. One City One Book
01/04/2011 - 30/04/2011
Dublin

81. Franco Irish Literary Festival
08/04/2011 - 10/04/2011
Dublin City Centre

82. AIB Street Performance World Championship
16/06/2011 - 19/06/2011
Merrion Square

83. Summer in Dublin
01/07/2011 - 30/09/2011
Dublin

84. National Heritage Week 2011
20/08/2011 - 28/08/2011

85. Culture Night
23/09/2011 - 23/09/2011
Temple Bar - Dublin's Cultural Quarter

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For comprehensive information on what to See and Do in Dublin go to www.visitdublin.com or visit us in one of our 4 Tourist Information Offices:

- Dublin Tourism Centre, Suffolk Street, Dublin 2
- Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin 1
- Arrivals Hall, Dublin Airport
- Dun Laoghaire Ferry Terminal, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

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