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DAY 2
Morning:
Begin your second day with a visit to
one of Dublin’s most beautiful pieces of architecture
– Saint Patrick’s Cathedral (pictured, right). Located
west of Temple Bar, in The Liberties district, it’s
the country’s national cathedral and one of its
most popular sites. Starting from 9am, it opens in
two-hour periods throughout the day for visits on
Sunday, and visitors can take guided tours through
its historic grounds. The Cathedral was built in the
middle of the 13th century in honour of Ireland’s
patron saint, and is one of the few buildings
remaining in Dublin from the Medieval period.
After your tour, take a short walk north toward the
River Liffey and the Civic Offices bus stop where
the Line 83 bus can take you north to the Glasnevin
district within 30 minutes. The bus stops at Dublin’s
National Botanic Gardens, which is open from 10am
on weekends. An oasis of calm and tranquillity, the
gardens comprise permanent sculptures, seven
glasshouses, and a stunning collection of plant
species from all over the world.
Afternoon:
If you’re feeling hungry, the on-site
Garden Tearooms has a selection of speciality
coffees, light bites, lunch meals, and cakes to set
you up for an afternoon exploring one of the world’s
most famous whiskey brands. The Jameson Distillery
offers a world-class selection of whiskey tours
and experiences, and is a perfect way to immerse
yourself in a core part of Ireland’s culture. The Line
83 bus can take you from the Botanical Gardens to
the Church Street stop in less than 20 minutes, and
a short walk west to Bow Street brings you to the
whiskey brand’s famous hub. Founded in 1780 by
John Jameson, the original recipe still stands strong
today, and there are a number of ways that visitors
can find out more about this traditional whiskey.
From a fully-guided tour of the distillery itself, to
whiskey cocktail-making classes, extensive whiskey
tastings, and even the chance to bottle your own
blend of Jameson Black Barrel.
Evening:
For a first-class dining experience,
head south of the Temple Bar district to the FIRE
Steakhouse & Bar. From the distillery, use the Arran
Quay-Smithfield stop and take the Line 26 bus along
the river and to Nassau Street, which you’ll arrive
at within 20 minutes. The restaurant is a short walk
away on Dawson Street, boasting a refined and
modern indoor seating area and space on its heated
terrace. A fine blend of casual dining and high-end
cuisine, FIRE Steakhouse comprises an à la carte
menu and a three-course option. Starters feature
a broad selection for diners, from Connemara rock
oysters, to FIRE’s French onion soup, and spiced Irish
lamb skewers. Steak is the main event for entrées,
where FIRE boasts 35-day aged prime cuts of fillet,
sirloin, and T-bone, whilst a selection of seafood and
vegetarian dishes ensure the menu is diverse. The
luxurious, soft velvet furnishings in the bar deliver
the perfect setting for an after-dinner cocktail –
signing off a perfect 48 hours in Dublin.
FIRE Steakhouse & Bar
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DAY 2
Morning:
Begin your second day with a visit to
one of Dublin’s most beautiful pieces of architecture
– Saint Patrick’s Cathedral (pictured, right). Located
west of Temple Bar, in The Liberties district, it’s
the country’s national cathedral and one of its
most popular sites. Starting from 9am, it opens in
two-hour periods throughout the day for visits on
Sunday, and visitors can take guided tours through
its historic grounds. The Cathedral was built in the
middle of the 13th century in honour of Ireland’s
patron saint, and is one of the few buildings
remaining in Dublin from the Medieval period.
After your tour, take a short walk north toward the
River Liffey and the Civic Offices bus stop where
the Line 83 bus can take you north to the Glasnevin
district within 30 minutes. The bus stops at Dublin’s
National Botanic Gardens, which is open from 10am
on weekends. An oasis of calm and tranquillity, the
gardens comprise permanent sculptures, seven
glasshouses, and a stunning collection of plant
species from all over the world.
Afternoon:
If you’re feeling hungry, the on-site
Garden Tearooms has a selection of speciality
coffees, light bites, lunch meals, and cakes to set
you up for an afternoon exploring one of the world’s
most famous whiskey brands. The Jameson Distillery
offers a world-class selection of whiskey tours
and experiences, and is a perfect way to immerse
yourself in a core part of Ireland’s culture. The Line
83 bus can take you from the Botanical Gardens to
the Church Street stop in less than 20 minutes, and
a short walk west to Bow Street brings you to the
whiskey brand’s famous hub. Founded in 1780 by
John Jameson, the original recipe still stands strong
today, and there are a number of ways that visitors
can find out more about this traditional whiskey.
From a fully-guided tour of the distillery itself, to
whiskey cocktail-making classes, extensive whiskey
tastings, and even the chance to bottle your own
blend of Jameson Black Barrel.
Evening:
For a first-class dining experience,
head south of the Temple Bar district to the FIRE
Steakhouse & Bar. From the distillery, use the Arran
Quay-Smithfield stop and take the Line 26 bus along
the river and to Nassau Street, which you’ll arrive
at within 20 minutes. The restaurant is a short walk
away on Dawson Street, boasting a refined and
modern indoor seating area and space on its heated
terrace. A fine blend of casual dining and high-end
cuisine, FIRE Steakhouse comprises an à la carte
menu and a three-course option. Starters feature
a broad selection for diners, from Connemara rock
oysters, to FIRE’s French onion soup, and spiced Irish
lamb skewers. Steak is the main event for entrées,
where FIRE boasts 35-day aged prime cuts of fillet,
sirloin, and T-bone, whilst a selection of seafood and
vegetarian dishes ensure the menu is diverse. The
luxurious, soft velvet furnishings in the bar deliver
the perfect setting for an after-dinner cocktail –
signing off a perfect 48 hours in Dublin.
FIRE Steakhouse & Bar
