Summer Sale Top 5 Things to Do in Dublin- The Autumn Edit
Top 5 Things to Do in Dublin- The Autumn Edit
Autumn in the Fair City is one of the best times of the year to visit. The leaves are changing, the weather is bearable, and Dublin’s renowned tourist attractions are in full swing. From pubs, to tours, trips, museums, walks, sightseeing and shows, the pre-winter months are ideal for hitting the streets of the capital and exploring what Dublin has to offer. We’ve curated a list of our Top 5 Things to Do to ensure that you make the most of your trip and leave feeling like you’ve seen and done it all!
1. Vintage Tea Trips
Arguably the best way to see a city and learn about it’s rich history is atop a vintage double decker bus, sipping and snacking on a gourmet afternoon tea. The Vintage Tea Trips buses can be seen flying around the city year-round, but there’s no better season to curl up inside one of their beautifully decorated buses (Pauline, Jean, Kitty or Julia) and watch the world go by than autumn.
For those visiting Dublin to celebrate Samhain (Halloween), check out their Vintage Tea Trips x Glasnevin Cemetery “Dead Interesting” tour and learn about the dead interesting side of the city, and its previous inhabitants.
2. Grab a pint!
What is Dublin in the Autumn without a creamy pint in your hand? And, thankfully, we have plenty to choose from. The Stag’s Head is one of Dublin’s most famous pubs. Step back into Victorian Dublin, with original furniture, stained glass windows and plenty of snugs to hide from the outside. Originally a menswear and haberdashery business, the premises was acquired in the early 1890’s and converted into the hidden gem we know today. Proud pourers of one of Dublin’s best pints of Guinness, the Stag’s Head is a must-do of a crisp, Autumn day.
3. Celtic Nights Dinner and Show
Traditional Irish music played live by some of Ireland’s most renowned musicians, world-champion Irish dancers, and a sumptuous 3-course traditional Irish dinner? It doesn’t get more Dublin than that. Spend the day sightseeing, and settle in for an experience you’ll never forget. From Sean-Nós (old-style) singing, to acapella dance-offs, the infamous Brush Dance and a delicious taste of Ireland’s classic dishes, Celtic Nights is the perfect end to any day in Dublin City. Hang around afterwards for live music in the Arlington Bar, and try one of their famous Irish Coffees.
4. Deer-spotting in Phoenix Park
Take in the fresh air in Dublin’s national park, the Phoenix Park. Home to not only our President and the sprawling Dublin Zoo, but a herd of wild deer! Take a moment to reconnect with nature in the middle of a bustling city, and see if you can spot any of the very friendly natives!
5. Trinity College Dublin
Explore one of Dublin’s most prestigious universities. Home of the Book of Kells, Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure, Trinity College is one of the must-see sights in the city. They offer both guided and self-guided tours of the Book of Kells, the famous library of books and the university itself. A vignette into both past and present Ireland, you can experience the hustle and bustle of normal university life, intertwined with glimpses of historical Dublin life, and ancient Irish tradition. Explore the campus adorned with autumnal colours- a truly unforgettable experience.