Dublin is the capital of Ireland and the most popular entry point for international travelers. The city is home to numerous tourist attractions and is family friendly. Yes, there is a place to get a Guinness and even tour the Old Jameson distillery. After you pick up your car for hire at the Dublin International Airport, steer towards the many points of interest.
First up is the Guinness Storehouse – nothing says Ireland like Guinness, the preferred draught of pubs throughout the country. This large scale exhibition covers just about anything you can possibly imagine regarding Guinness and was originally a brewery. Make plans to visit early as due to the popularity, it can become very crowded as the day progresses.
The National Museum of Ireland has the Bronze Age artifacts are the highlight of this attraction as many locals and past visitors will quickly tell you. The family will enjoy the many exhibits including the most stunning gold jewelry and other accessories from past historical eras on display. The structure in itself is nothing short of memorable due to its Victorian architectural style and its spectacular domed rotunda.
Take a trip in the rental car and head south to find some castles. Rathfarnham Castle has a very colorful and interesting history. Visitors to the castle can view 18th century interiors by Sir William Chambers and James 'Athenian' Stewart. The visitor can see tantalizing glimpses of the layers of the castle's earlier existence uncovered during research.
Before you leave Dublin, head over to Grafton Street for some of the best creations of Ireland’s trendy designers. This specialty street features some larger department stores and shopping malls. Find an excellent selection of cafes, bars and restaurants either on or adjacent to the street.
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