How to Spend a Rainy Day in Dublin
There's a reason Ireland is so green and lush—rain is a constant. Luckily, there's no need to let the inevitable drizzle or downpour keep you from exploring the Emerald Isle's capital. Here are a few ideas to keep you busy when it's wet in Dublin.
Learn about the history of Irish whiskey while sipping a sample at the Irish Whiskey Museum or the Old Jameson Distillery.
See the famous Book of Kells —considered one of the most important objects in the world—on exhibit at the Trinity College Library.
Grab a pint of Ireland's favorite dark brew on a tour of the seven-story Guinness Storehouse.
Jump aboard a hop-on, hop-off bus to tour the city's top attractions from the comfort of a dry seat.
Museum hop through town with the Dublin Pass, which includes entrance to the National Wax Museum, the Glasnevin Museum, the Little Museum of Dublin, and the Dublin Writers Museum.
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Fast-track Easy Access Book of Kells Tour with Dublin Castle
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Avoid the crowds and explore Irish history in peace on this Book of Kells and Dublin Castle exterior tour. Visit the Trinity College Library, home to the famous Book of Kells—widely considered among the most important of all Ireland’s ancient treasures. Listen as your guide brings medieval Ireland to life, shedding light on the Book of Kells’ profound historical significance. Afterward, enjoy a guided walking tour around Dublin Castle’s mighty exterior. Visit the gardens and yards, and learn of the castle’s role as court, fortress, treasury, and jail.
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Jameson Distillery Guided Tour with Whiskey Tasting
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Enrich your knowledge of world-famous Irish whiskey on the new, guided tour of the Jameson Distillery Bow St. in Dublin. Learn the history of the iconic Irish brand as you explore the distillery and listen to commentary from your guide. The Bow St. Experience brings the stories of Jameson’s innovations to life during a tasting tour. Discover the secrets behind the complex distillation process and conclude with a whiskey in the elegant distillery bar.
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Skip the Line:Traditional Irish Night Show Ticket in Dublin with 3-Course Dinner
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Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish food, music and dance with an Irish show at the Belvedere in Dublin. Get set for a night of non-stop entertainment as professional Irish folk musicians and dancers take to the stage to perform Irish dances, jigs and reels. Tuck into a delicious 3-course dinner of typical Irish cuisine, sip a pint of Guinness (own expense) and maybe even get up on stage to try your hand at Irish dancing.
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The Dublin Pass with Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and Entry to Over 35 Attractions
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Design your own ideal (and cost-efficient) tour of Dublin’s top things to do and see with the Go Dublin Pass and visit attractions such as Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery Bow St., and Glasnevin Cemetery Museum. Choose between a single- or multi-day ticket digital pass, and get ready to visit brew houses, museums, castles, cathedrals and even explore the city at your leisure on a hop-on hop-off bus sightseeing tour. With free entry to more than 35 attractions around town, the Go Dublin Pass offers something for the whole family.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two years from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for the number of consecutive days purchased.
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The Irish House Party Dinner and Show Dublin
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Immerse yourself in a night of traditional food and entertainment at the Irish House Party in Dublin. You’ll experience one of the city’s best ways to spend an evening at this dinner-and-show event complete with authentic Irish fare, diverse music, dancing and storytelling. Enjoy some Traditional Irish food like Guinness stew and Baileys-infused chocolate cake, and sing and dance the night away with a talented group of performers.
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City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Experience the beauty, history, and culture of Dublin during this popular hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Choose from 1- or 2-day tickets and follow the route that highlights the best of the Emerald Isle's capital city. Discover historic buildings, iconic sites, ancient landmarks and vibrant nightlife at your own pace and enjoy free extras. With multiple stops along the way—including the Guinness Storehouse, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Temple Bar, and the Irish Whiskey Museum—this popular option ensures you don't miss a thing.
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Admission Ticket for EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
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Enrich your knowledge of Ireland’s diaspora and its history of emigration with this skip-the-line admission ticket to the EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum experience. This attraction in Dublin, Ireland, is a self-guided tour of 20 galleries, which utilize cutting-edge technology for an immersive experience. Dive deep into Ireland’s immigration period, seeing stories brought to life of why people left Ireland, the struggles they had along the way, where they went, and how they've changed the world.
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Skip the Line: The National Wax Museum Admission Ticket
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Enjoy a star-studded meet and greet at Dublin’s National Wax Museum and come face-to-face with movie stars, politicians and pop icons. Marvel over the lifelike waxworks of Irish writers like James Joyce and Oscar Wilde; pose for photos with Irish icons like U2, Liam Neeson and Ronan Keating; brave a visit to Dracula’s Chamber of Horrors; or make your very own wax hand (extra cost). The fun interactive exhibitions are both educational and entertaining, with the chance to learn about Irish history, discover the human body and even have a go at being a record producer!
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Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience Dublin
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Indulge your love of music on a guided tour of the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum in Dublin. Alongside your guide, you’ll admire memorabilia from musical superstars such as Michael Jackson and U2, while learning about the history of Ireland’s thriving music scene. See photographic exhibitions that include the likes of The Script and Sinead O’Connor before following in the footsteps of an iconic guitarist in the Thin Lizzy Exhibition. On this small-group tour — limited to four people — you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.
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Generation Pub Crawl Dublin
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No one knows how to party like the Irish and what better way to join the fun than this great-value backpacker pub-crawl? Meet up with your local guide and like-minded partygoers for an alcohol-fuelled evening including free shots, Guinness, live Irish music and beer pong. The party doesn’t end when the bars close, either – you’ll also enjoy skip-the-line entrance to one of Dublin’s coolest clubs where you can dance until the early hours with your newfound drinking buddies.
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Irish Whiskey Museum Experience Ticket
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Discover the history of Irish whiskey during a tour of the captivating Irish Whiskey Museum experience. Delve into the origins of the amber nectar and enrich your knowledge of the beloved drink’s development and progression throughout the ages. Listen to anecdotes surrounding Ireland’s industrial heritage and examine the interactive and insightful exhibits in the galleries. Conclude your tour by pleasuring your palate with complimentary whiskey samples, or upgrade to enjoy premium ages whiskey and select a souvenir of your choice. Receive the tailored attention of your guide on this personalized tour.
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