Dublin Budget Explorer: 5 Days of History, Culture, and Parks

Kick off your Dublin adventure with a local highlights walking tour, famous historic sights, self-guided exploration, and shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Brother Hubbard

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a healthy and affordable breakfast with freshly brewed coffee.

2. 09:15|10:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Dublin in 60 minutes with a Local

   09:15 – 10:15

   Take an introductory hour-long walk with a local guide to get oriented in the city.

   • entryINR 4112
3. 10:30|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells

   10:30 – 12:15

   Visit Ireland's oldest university and view the world-famous illuminated manuscript.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at The Woollen Mills

   12:30 – 13:30

   Savour classic Irish lunch staples overlooking the River Liffey.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Discover Dynamic Dublin: Self-Guided Audio Tour

   14:00 – 15:30

   Follow an audio guide through key historical locations at your own pace.

   • entryINR 1502
6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Shopping

   Shop on Grafton Street

   15:45 – 17:15

   Stroll down Dublin's premier pedestrian shopping street and enjoy street performers.

7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Stroll in Phoenix Park

   17:30 – 19:00

   Unwind in one of the largest enclosed public parks in any European capital city.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Brazen Head

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine in Ireland's oldest pub with comforting traditional pub fare.

Combine an interactive outdoor scavenger hunt with urban photos, academic history, and park relaxation.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Beanhive Coffee

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with coffee, pastries, and full Irish breakfast options.

2. 09:15|11:15
   

   Outdoor

   Dublin Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

   09:15 – 11:15

   Solve riddles and explore Dublin's outdoors on a self-guided scavenger hunt.

3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Dublin

   11:30 – 12:30

   Capture travel memories in Dublin's scenic downtown streets.

   • entryINR 35243
4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Hatch & Sons

   12:45 – 14:00

   Enjoy traditional Irish blaas and hearty soups in a basement eatery.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells

   14:15 – 15:45

   Take another look at the campus grounds and famous Long Room library.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Shop on Grafton Street

   16:00 – 17:30

   Browse local boutiques and modern shops along Grafton Street.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Stroll in Phoenix Park

   17:45 – 19:15

   Enjoy an afternoon walk looking out for the resident herd of wild fallow deer.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at L'Gueuleton

   19:30 – 21:00

   Relax over affordable French bistro-style dining in Fade Street.

Delve into Ireland's revolutionary past at the GPO Museum, followed by fine art at the National Gallery.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Keoghs Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up with fresh scones and tea near Trinity College.

2. 09:15|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Dublin IRA History Tour with Skip-the-line GPO Museum Ticket

   09:15 – 11:45

   Learn about the 1916 Easter Rising and explore the General Post Office.

   • entryINR 21146
3. 12:00|13:15
   

   Sightseeing

   The National Gallery of Ireland Dublin Private Tour, Tickets

   12:00 – 13:15

   View Irish and European masterworks on a guided gallery tour.

   • entryINR 18914
4. 13:30|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at The Bakehouse

   13:30 – 14:30

   Sample artisan sandwiches and home-baked goods near the Ha'penny Bridge.

5. 14:45|16:15
   

   Shopping

   Shop on Grafton Street

   14:45 – 16:15

   Pick up souvenirs and Irish gifts along the bustling avenue.

6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells

   16:30 – 18:00

   Revisit Trinity's historic cobblestones and scenic quadrangle.

   • entryFree
7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Stroll in Phoenix Park

   18:15 – 19:15

   Walk near the Ashtown Castle grounds inside Phoenix Park.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Church Cafe Bar Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine in a converted 18th-century church building.

Immerse yourself in Dublin's rich tradition of song, songwriting, street life, and urban greens.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Queen of Tarts

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy delicious breakfast tarts and fresh pastries in Temple Bar.

2. 09:15|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Private Songs and Stories of Dublin (Walking Tour)

   09:15 – 11:15

   Discover Dublin's folklore and traditional musical heritage on a guided walk.

   • entryINR 50503
3. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Songwriter Tours - Stars, Stories and Songs on the Streets of Dub

   11:30 – 13:00

   Walk through musical landmarks that inspired famous Irish music icons.

   • entryINR 4112
4. 13:15|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Stage Door Cafe

   13:15 – 14:30

   Grab a quick and budget-friendly lunch in the cultural quarter.

5. 14:45|16:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells

   14:45 – 16:15

   Stroll around Trinity's historic Old Library building.

   • entryFree
6. 16:30|17:45
   

   Shopping

   Shop on Grafton Street

   16:30 – 17:45

   Explore nearby arcades and shopping centers off Grafton Street.

7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Stroll in Phoenix Park

   18:00 – 19:15

   Take a relaxing evening stroll by the Wellington Monument.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Gallagher's Boxty House

   19:30 – 21:00

   Taste authentic Irish potato pancakes filled with savoury ingredients.

Wrap up your trip exploring Dublin's religious and Jewish heritage, central shopping streets, and sprawling parks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Lemon Jelly Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy sweet or savoury crepes and coffee in Millennium Walkway.

2. 09:15|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Jewish Dublin Private Walking Tour with Optional Transfers

   09:15 – 11:15

   Learn about the history and heritage of Dublin's Jewish community.

   • entryINR 48988
3. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Irish Churches and Religion Private Walking Tour of Dublin

   11:30 – 13:00

   Visit historic cathedrals and religious sights around Dublin's medieval quarter.

   • entryINR 17269
4. 13:15|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cornucopia Restaurant

   13:15 – 14:30

   Dine at a popular plant-based restaurant known for generous budget portions.

5. 14:45|16:15
   

   Outdoor

   Stroll in Phoenix Park

   14:45 – 16:15

   Enjoy a final peaceful afternoon walk through Phoenix Park's tree-lined avenues.

6. 16:30|17:45
   

   Shopping

   Shop on Grafton Street

   16:30 – 17:45

   Do any last-minute window shopping along Grafton Street.

7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells

   18:00 – 19:15

   Enjoy a quiet final walk across Trinity College campus.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Pig's Ear

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate your last evening in Dublin with refined Irish cuisine.