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 HeadThe 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 HouseGallagher'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 CollegeTrinity 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 BikeDublin Bike and pedaled our way to the Guinness StorehouseGuinness 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 WalkHowth 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 BarOctopussy’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 GreenSt. Stephen's Green and a visit to the Little Museum of DublinLittle Museum of Dublin.
As for romance, the quiet corners of The Library BarThe Library Bar in The Central Hotel have you covered. And for those who fancy a bit of night-time fun, The Grand SocialThe Grand Social has some pretty good live gigs.
And now, for my top hotel picks: For the trendy peeps, The DeanThe Dean is a swanky choice. Luxury boutique? The DylanThe Dylan is sheer class. On a budget? Buswells HotelBuswells Hotel is a charming steal. For Bonvoy members, The Shelbourne, Autograph CollectionThe Shelbourne, Autograph Collection is a historic treat. Hyatt loyalists, Andaz DublinAndaz Dublin won't disappoint. And Hilton fans, Conrad DublinConrad Dublin is a top-notch pick.
To sum it up, my Dublin favorites: For restaurants, definitely Gallagher's Boxty HouseGallagher's Boxty House and Octopussy’s Seafood Tapas BarOctopussy’s Seafood Tapas Bar. Coffee? Clement & PekoeClement & Pekoe is a must-visit. And attractions? Don't miss Trinity CollegeTrinity College and the Guinness StorehouseGuinness Storehouse. And there you have it, my whirlwind weekend in Dublin!