Explore the City
Dublin Day Trips
Here at the Glenroyal Hotel in Maynooth, we are often told our rail and bus links are exceptional for getting into the city. The Maynooth Train Station and local bus stops is across the road from the hotel. Below are some great Dublin Attractions you can visit on your day out.
Immerse yourself in Dublin’s vibrant energy, a city renowned for its live music scene and sporting calendar. For a list of all Dublin venues and events, click here.
Croke Park
Whether, you’re going for a concert or sporting event, Croke Park is ranked as one of the best things to do in Dublin. Some highlights include taking a seat in the VIP area, getting a birds-eye view from the media centre, and doing the Croke Park Skyline Tour!
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Dublin Zoo
A must-see experience and the perfect fun-filled day out for families, friends, couples and those visiting Dublin. Dublin Zoo is home to some 400 animals in safe environment where education and conservation combine for an exciting and unforgettable experience.
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Bord Gáis Theatre
Presenting something for everyone via a very diverse programme of theatrical experiences to meet everyone’s passion and interests including ballets, musicals, family shows, drama, concerts, comedy, orchestral and opera.
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Jameson Bow St. Distillery
Visit Jameson Distillery Dublin for the World’s leading distillery tours, cocktail-making classes, premium whiskey tasting sessions or to learn how to blend your own whiskey.
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Teeling Distillery
Located in the heart of Dublin city centre and just 15 minutes from St. Stephen’s Green, the Teeling Whiskey Distillery is perfectly located to visit while enjoying a weekend in the city, or a day out exploring with friends and family.
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Natural History Museum of Ireland
Sometimes described as ‘a museum of a museum’, the National Museum of Ireland houses a wide-ranging and comprehensive zoological collection of more than 10,000 exhibits. Visitors can explore Irish mammals, birds, fish and insects, as well as mammals from around the world.
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Guinness Storehouse
Your trip to Ireland is not complete without visiting Dublin’s #1 tourist attraction. While in Dublin, you can learn all about Guinness’ rich history. As you walk through each floor you will learn what goes into making a perfect pint of Guinness.
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Trinity College Dublin
Ireland’s oldest university, founded by Queen Elizabeth in 1592 contains the magnificent Book of Kells. It is the centrepiece of Trinity College’s Old Library & Long Room tour, a must-see for anyone visiting Dublin.
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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
EPIC covers the history of the Irish diaspora and emigration to other countries so you can see how the Irish influenced and shaped the world in 20 interactive galleries. It was voted as “Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction” at the World Travel Awards in 2019.
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