Ask Shaun
Published on August 27th, 2008.
Welcome back ladies and gents to the August edition of Ask Shaun. In case you haven’t guessed, this month I’ll be exploring some of the best ‘To Do’s’ in Dublin. So, if you’re planning on visiting there anytime soon, be sure to take the time to check out some of the following sites!
If in Dublin, be sure to see one of Ireland’s most famous attractions, and one of my favourites: the Guinness Storehouse. Built in 1904, this impressive building was originally created to house the Guinness fermentation process before becoming a famous tourist attraction in 2000. On the first floor of the Storehouse, visitors will learn how Guinness is made from a master brewer, before heading over to the Tasting Laboratory for a few refreshing samples. Then onto the second floor which houses a collection of the various Guinness advertising campaigns as well as brand memorabilia. The Storehouse’s other floors provide a variety of interactive exhibits and displays, however no one should miss the Gravity Bar on the 7th floor. Here, you will be spoiled with a complimentary pint of Guinness while you take in the panoramic views of Dublin.
Guinness Storehouse
St James’s Gate
Dublin 8
Tel: + 353 1 408 4800
Website: www.guinness-storehouse.com
Another great site to visit is the impressive Dublin Castle. Free with the Dublin Pass, this bastion, built between 1208 and 1220, represents some of the oldest surviving architecture in the city. When touring the castle, be sure to explore the record tower as well as the excavated site, where an early Viking fortress once stood.
Dublin Castle
Palace Street, (off Dame Street,)
Dublin 2
Phone: +353 (0)1 677-7129
Website: http://www.dublincastle.ie
My final recommendation is for all the art lovers out there. Head over to Merrion Square West, and take a gander around the National Gallery of Ireland. This fantastic museum has over 2,000 works to enjoy. Though there is an emphasis on Irish portraits and landscapes, all major European schools are represented!
National Gallery of Ireland Merrion Square West, Dublin 2, Phone: +353 (0)1 661-5133 Website: http://www.nationalgallery.ie
With that, we’ve come to the end of another newsletter. As always, we’ll be back again next time with even more tips and tricks for those of you looking to discover the magic of the UK. We hope to see you all again in September!
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