Dublin, Ireland

The ancient city of Dublin is built around the emerald River Liffey. Under a grey Irish sky we took the Citysightseeing Dublin tour. As we have said before it's these tours that are the best way to get your bearings, and learn interestings facts. For instance 46% of Dublin is under 26 years of age, making it the youngest city in Europe.

This is the Wellington Monument - the second largest obselisk in the World.

O'Connell Street is the main street marked by the famous giant needle standing proudly in the middle of the road. Apparently the sculpture was the winner of the competition.

After one lap of the bus route we stopped at the Guinness Storehouse, part of the sprawling Guiness Storehouse. There is a great view over Dublin from the bar at the top, where you will receive a complimentary glass of Guinness.

We visited Kilmainham Gaol where many of the Easter Uprising rebels were executed.







Dublin have a public bicycle rental scheme (pictured below)

We spent three nights in Dublin, just relaxing. After a long road trip we just needed a few nights rest in the same place.

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FACTS SHEET:

City Sightseeing Dublin
Hop On-Hop Off bus.
2 day ticket - 16 pounds