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Dublin Delights: A Wanderer's Weekend in the Emerald Isle's Capital

Dublin Delights: A Wanderer's Weekend in the Emerald Isle's Capital

Join me, as I dive into 2.5 days of Dublin, exploring hidden gems, dining at local haunts, and discovering the laid-back charm of this historical city.

DublinBy Jordan Davis

Hey there fellow adventurers, it's your pal Jordan here, fresh off the plane from Dublin! Now let's spiral into a whirlwind of 2.5 days, crammed with enchanting landmarks, delicious eats, and buckets of Irish charm. So grab your laces, it's time to wander!

Kick off your Friday night at

The Brazen Head

The Brazen Head

, Ireland's oldest pub. Order a pint of the local brew and dabble in the folk music sessions that kick off from 9:30 pm.

Saturday begins with a hearty Irish breakfast at

Gallagher's Boxty House

Gallagher's Boxty House

in the Temple Bar district. Fuel up on boxty pancakes and black pudding. Trust me, it's tastier than it sounds!

From there, it's a short walk to

Trinity College

Trinity College

. Book nerds, brace yourselves - the old library is home to the 'Book of Kells', a mesmerizing 9th-century manuscript. A must-see!

Post Trinity, we hopped aboard a

Dublin Bike

Dublin Bike

and pedaled our way to the
Guinness Storehouse

Guinness Storehouse

. Take the self-guided tour, and reward yourself with a pint at the Gravity Bar at the top. Pro tip: Go around sunset for a fantastic view!

Interested in a bit of a hike?

Howth Cliff Walk

Howth Cliff Walk

is your jam. We spent Sunday morning here, an hour away from Dublin. The panoramic views of the Irish Sea from here are worth every step.

After the hike, we refueled at

Octopussy’s Seafood Tapas Bar

Octopussy’s Seafood Tapas Bar

in Howth, devouring the catch of the day. Absolutely delish!

Back in Dublin, we rounded up Sunday with a stroll through

St. Stephen's Green

St. Stephen's Green

and a visit to the
Little Museum of Dublin

Little Museum of Dublin

.

As for romance, the quiet corners of

The Library Bar

The Library Bar

in The Central Hotel have you covered. And for those who fancy a bit of night-time fun,
The Grand Social

The Grand Social

has some pretty good live gigs.

And now, for my top hotel picks: For the trendy peeps,

The Dean

The Dean

is a swanky choice. Luxury boutique?
The Dylan

The Dylan

is sheer class. On a budget?
Buswells Hotel

Buswells Hotel

is a charming steal. For Bonvoy members,
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

is a historic treat. Hyatt loyalists,
Andaz Dublin

Andaz Dublin

won't disappoint. And Hilton fans,
Conrad Dublin

Conrad Dublin

is a top-notch pick.

To sum it up, my Dublin favorites: For restaurants, definitely

Gallagher's Boxty House

Gallagher's Boxty House

and
Octopussy’s Seafood Tapas Bar

Octopussy’s Seafood Tapas Bar

. Coffee?
Clement & Pekoe

Clement & Pekoe

is a must-visit. And attractions? Don't miss
Trinity College

Trinity College

and the
Guinness Storehouse

Guinness Storehouse

. And there you have it, my whirlwind weekend in Dublin!

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