Dublin in a Day: 25 Insider Itineraries Vetted by a Local

Explore the many ways to do Dublin in a day. Learn about one day Dublin itineraries from an American expat in Ireland. Find out what to see in Dublin in a day catering to different interests. Experience a variety of days out in Dublin Ireland. Explore the best Dublin city walks.

There are so many ways to spend a day in Dublin City.

I've called Dublin home for nearly a decade and during the time I've lived in Ireland I have experienced a wide range of things to do for every taste many of which are ideal if you are visiting Dublin on a budget. 

I've explored every corner of Dublin, my adopted city, and today I'm going to share 25 ways to do a day in Dublin, one of the absolute best cities in Ireland in my opinion. 

Pick one if you are visiting Dublin for a short break or spending a few days in Dublin on a business trip. Mix and match several one day Dublin itineraries if you have more time or are a repeat visitor. 

This travel guide covers Dublin's iconic tourist attractions, but more importantly, the lesser known non-touristy places that one discovers over a period of years. 

Read on to learn more about the variety of Dublin days out you can expect to find and start planning your trip to Ireland's capital! Find out why Dublin is one of the most underrated cities in Europe from my perspective.

I have personally experienced and can recommend all the activities, points of interest, and places to eat in Dublin that you'll find below.

Getting Around Dublin

Dublin is a compact city and it is easy to get from one end to the other on foot in well under an hour. For Dublin points of interest that are a little further afield, Dublin Bus and the Luas tram criss-cross the city. 

DART trains are great for day trips up and down the coast from Greystones south of Dublin to Howth and Malahide in the north. 

Dublin visitors can buy a one to seven day Leap Visitor Card to use on all public transportation services for a fixed price (10 EUR for 1 day, 40 EUR for 7 days at the time of writing). 

If you are short on time or your legs are tired, taxis are widely available and can be hailed on the street. Dublin taxi drivers are now required to take credit cards, but most still prefer you to pay the fare in cash. 

Install the Free Now app and for a 2 EUR pick-up fee, you can guarantee a ride whenever and wherever you need it. Hail immediately or prebook hours or days in advance. 

The Perfect Formula for a Day Out in Dublin City

In my opinion, there is a perfect formula for one day in Dublin:

1. Coffee and/or breakfast
2. Morning Activities
3. Lunch
4. Afternoon Activities
5. Pub Stop
6. Dinner
7. Evening Fun

All the Dublin City itineraries that I will share follow this format. I've also added an indicator about how ambitious a particular itinerary is:

• Leisurely: No need to get up super-early to start this itinerary which is always good if you experienced a little too much of Dublin's famous craic the night before. Take your time exploring the sights on these itineraries or take detours that you discover on your own in the process of following my suggestions.

• Intermediate: You should be able to comfortably fit in the activities recommended even if you don't get an early start. There is a fair amount of walking involved in these itineraries to get from place to place.

• Ambitious: Lots to see plus a lot of walking. Make sure to get an early start or you won't make it to everything on the list.

Each of the itineraries below includes which types of people the day out may appeal to based on their interests. 

You'll also find an outline of the Dublin day out and a link to a more detailed itinerary post which includes an interactive map highlighting each point of interest in that one day itinerary and links to further information.

Let's get started!

What Type of Dublin Visitor Are You?

One Day in Dublin City for Nature Lovers

If you are a fan of nature, consider these one day in Dublin itineraries:

1. Castles and Coast in Clontarf
2. National Botanic Gardens and Glasnevin Cemetery Dublin Northside Day Out
3. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Greystones, Bray, Dalkey, and Monkstown (Variant 1)
4. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Greystones, Bray, Dalkey and Monkstown (Variant 2)
5. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Blackrock, Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Monkstown
6. From Ballsbridge to Dublin City Centre
7. Ballsbridge and Ringsend
8. Classic Dublin Sightseeing
9. Explore the North Dublin Coast: Howth and Malahide

One Day in Dublin City for Hikers

If you like to walk or hike, the following Dublin one day itineraries feature some of the best walks in Dublin:

1. Castles and Coast in Clontarf
2. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Greystones, Bray, Dalkey, and Monkstown (Variant 1)
3. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Greystones, Bray, Dalkey and Monkstown (Variant 2)
4. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Blackrock, Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Monkstown
5. Off the Dublin Tourist Trail: Sandymount and Ballsbridge
6. Explore the North Dublin Coast: Howth and Malahide

One Day in Dublin City for History Buffs

If you enjoy learning about history, here are some Dublin one day itineraries to consider: 

1. Castles and Coast in Clontarf
2. National Botanic Gardens and Glasnevin Cemetery Dublin Northside Day Out
3. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Greystones, Bray, Dalkey, and Monkstown (Variant 1)
4. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Blackrock, Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Monkstown
5. From Ballsbridge to Dublin City Centre
6. The Liberties and Dame Street
7. Along the Liffey
8. Dublin History and Literature
9. Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre
10. Dublin's Viking Past
11. Dublin Shopping, Culture and Cinema
12. Classic Dublin Sightseeing
13. Dublin History, Photo-Ops and Theatre
14. Explore the North Dublin Coast: Howth and Malahide
15. Dublin History: Tenement and Whiskey Edition
16. A Drimnagh Castle Focused Day Out

One Day in Dublin City for People Who Love Literature

Are you into literature? Check out these Dublin days out: 

1. Castles and Coast in Clontarf
2. Dublin History and Literature

One Day in Dublin City for Foodies

Do you want to explore great things to eat in Dublin? Check out these food focused one day itineraries:

1. Off the Dublin Tourist Trail: Sandymount and Ballsbridge
2. Out and About in Smithfield on the Northside of Dublin
3. Ranelagh and Camden Street
4. Camden Street to Temple Bar
5. Grand Canal Dock and the Dublin Docklands
6. A Classic Dublin City Centre Day Out
7. Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre
8. Dublin History: Tenement and Whiskey Edition
9. A Drimnagh Castle Focused Day Out

One Day in Dublin City for People Looking for Non-Touristy Experiences

Do you want to get off of the crowded tourist trail? Here are some non-touristy Dublin days out for you: 

1. Off the Dublin Tourist Trail: Sandymount and Ballsbridge
2. Out and About in Smithfield on the Northside of Dublin
3. Ranelagh and Camden Street
4. From Rathmines to Dublin City Centre
5. Dublin History, Photo-Ops and Theatre
6. A Drimnagh Castle Focused Day Out

One Day in Dublin City for Visitors Who Love Culture 

Do you love culture? Check out these Dublin itineraries: 

1. Out and About in Smithfield on the Northside of Dublin
2. The Liberties and Dame Street
3. A Classic Dublin City Centre Day Out
4. Dublin History and Literature
5. Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre
6. Dublin Shopping, Culture and Cinema
7. Classic Dublin Sightseeing
8. Dublin History, Photo-Ops and Theatre

One Day in Dublin City for Art Lovers

Do you want to explore Dublin's art scene? Check out these Dublin day out recommendations: 

1. From Ballsbridge to Dublin City Centre
2. Grand Canal Dock and the Dublin Docklands
3. Classic Dublin Sightseeing
4. A Drimnagh Castle Focused Day Out

One Day in Dublin City for Music Lovers

Dublin is full of great live music and these one day Dublin itineraries features opportunities to see some gigs:

1. Ranelagh and Camden Street
2. The Liberties and Dame Street
3. Camden Street to Temple Bar
4. Dublin's Viking Past
5. Classic Dublin Sightseeing

One Day in Dublin City for Photographers

Are you looking for Instagrammable Dublin or places to get some great photographs? These Dublin one day itineraries have got you covered:

1. Ballsbridge and Ringsend
2. Grand Canal Dock and the Dublin Docklands
3. From Rathmines to Dublin City Centre
4. Dublin History, Photo-Ops and Theatre

One Day in Dublin City for Visitors Who Want to Shop Til They Drop

Are you looking to buy some Dublin souvenirs? These itineraries are great for visitors who love to shop:

1. Camden Street to Temple Bar
2. Along the Liffey
3. A Classic Dublin City Centre Day Out
4. Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre
5. Dublin Shopping, Culture and Cinema

One Day in Dublin Itineraries

1. Castles and Coast in Clontarf

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Ambitious

This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, hiking, history, literature

Coast and Castles in Clontarf Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast and coffee: Lotts and Co.
2. A morning walk on Bull Island
3. Stroll St. Anne's Park
4. Eat lunch at Olive's Room in St. Anne's Park
5. Explore Clontarf Castle Hotel and St. John the Baptist Cemetery
6. Make your choice of Evening Activity
• The Brazen Head
• Davy Byrnes plus Literary Pub Crawl 
• (Seasonal) Casino Marino

Check out Castles and Coast in Clontarf in detail here: 

2. National Botanic Gardens and Glasnevin Cemetery Dublin Northside Day Out

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Ambitious
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, history

National Botanic Gardens and Glasnevin Cemetery Dublin Northside Day Out Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at McMahon's of Botanic Ave.
2. Stroll the National Botanic Gardens
3. Learn about Irish history and the road to independence at Glasnevin Cemetery
4. Grab lunch and a pint at the Eatyard / Bernard Shaw
5. Take an optional detour to see the Brendan Behan statue on the Royal Canal.
6. Do a bit of birdwatching in Blessington Street Park
7. Go traditional or more exotic for dinner at The Church or Hilan

Planning to try this one day Dublin Itinerary? Check out the National Botanic Gardens and Glasnevin Cemetery Dublin Northside Day Out in detail here:

3. Dublin South Coast Adventure: Greystones to Bray, Dalkey and Monkstown (Variant 1) 

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, hiking, history

Dublin South Coast Adventure Greystones to Monkstown (Variant 1) Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at Happy Pear in Greystones
2. Explore Kilruddery Gardens in Bray
3. Lunch at Corner Note Cafe in Dalkey
4. Take a Guided Tour of Dalkey Castle led by actors in period costume
5. Have a Pint at Finnegan's Pub in Dalkey
6. Dinner at FX Buckley in Monkstown
7. Catch a Cover Band at Purty Kitchen

Check out the South Dublin Coast Greystones to Monkstown (Variant 1) detailed itinerary here:

4. Dublin South Coast Adventure: Greystones, Bray, Dalkey and Monkstown (Variant 2) 

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Ambitious
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, hiking

Dublin South Coast Greystones to Monkstown (Variant 2) Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at Happy Pear in Greystones
2. Explore Kilruddery Gardens near Bray
3. Lunch at Corner Note Cafe in Dalkey
4. Sorrento Park and Killiney Hill Walk for views of Dublin Bay
5. Dinner at FX Buckley in Monkstown
6. Catch a Cover Band at Purty Kitchen

Explore the Dublin South Coast from Greystones to Monkstown (Variant 2) detailed itinerary here:

5. Explore the South Dublin Coast: Blackrock, Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Monkstown

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate to Ambitious
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, hiking, history

South Coast Dublin from Blackrock to Dalkey Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at Bear Market
2. Shop Blackrock Market
3. Stroll Blackrock Park
4. Feel the breeze at Dun Laoghaire Harbour
5. Watch crazy locals jump into the freezing Irish Sea at 40 Foot
6. Lunch Choices
• Corner Note Cafe in Dalkey
• (Sundays) People's Park Market in Dun Laoghaire
7. Afternoon Activities 
1. Tour Dalkey Castle (Intermediate)
2. Hike Sorrento Park and Killiney Hill (Ambitious)
8. Have a pint at Magpie Inn or Finnegan's Pub in Dalkey
9. Dinner at FX Buckley in Monkstown
10. Catch a Cover Band at Purty Kitchen

Check out the South Coast Dublin from Blackrock to Dalkey Detailed Itinerary here:

6. Off the Dublin Tourist Trail: Sandymount and Ballsbridge

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: food, hiking, non-touristy experiences

Sandymount and Ballsbridge Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at Foodgame in Ballsbridge
2. Hike from Sandymount Strand to Poolbeg Lighthouse
3. Pub Stop
• Mulligan's in Sandymount
• The Bath
4. Dinner Choices in Ballsbridge
• Chophouse
• Junior's
• Paulie's Pizza
5. Enjoy a glass of wine at the French Paradox

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7. Out and About in Smithfield on the Northside of Dublin

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: food, culture, non-touristy experiences

Out and About in Smithfield Itinerary Summary

1. Coffee and breakfast at Brother Hubbard
2. Explore the National Museum of Ireland Decorative Arts in Collins Barracks
3. Lighthouse Cinema Cafe for Lunch
4. Catch a movie at Lighthouse Cinema
5. Take the Jameson Whiskey Tour at the Old Jameson Distillery in Smithfield
6. Dinner at L. Mulligan Grocer Gastropub
7. Play pinball and video games at Token

Get Out and About in Smithfield with this Detailed Itinerary:

8. From Ballsbridge to Dublin City Center

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, art, history

From Ballsbridge to Dublin City Centre Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast/Coffee Choices in Ballsbridge
• Angelina's Deli
• 3fe
2. Photograph the Pepper Canister Church
3. Stroll around Merrion Square in the heart of Georgian Dublin and seek out Oscar Wilde
4. Admire Ireland's Government Buildings
5. Explore Ireland's National Museums
• National Gallery of Ireland
• The Dead Zoo (Museum of Natural History)
• National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology
• National Library of Ireland
6. Pop into the National Library of Ireland
7. Lunch Choices
• Kilkenny
• Metro Cafe
• Bewley's
8. Walk Stephen's Green
9. Discover Iveagh Gardens
10. Pub Stop
• Hairy Lemon
• The Duke
11. Treat yourself to an upscale Dublin dinner
• Peploe's
• Marco Pierre White
12. Evening Activities
• See a performance at the National Concert Hall
• Catch a show at The Gaiety Theatre
• Imbibe a carefully crafted cocktail at Peruke and Periwig

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9. Ranelagh and Camden Street

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: food, music, non-touristy experiences

Ranelagh and Camden Street Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at Nick's in Ranelagh
2. Browse The Company of Books
3. Lunch at Cinnamon
4. Stroll Ranelagh Gardens Park
5. Seek out the swans of Portobello
6. Pub Stop
• The Barge
• The Portobello
7. Dinner on Camden Street
• Camden Rotisserie
• Neon
• Camden Kitchen
• BóBós
8. Catch a gig at Whelan's

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10. Ballsbridge and Ringsend

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, photography

Ballsbridge and Ringsend Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices in Ballsbridge
1. Roly's
2. Ballsbridge Pizza Company
2. Walk along the Dodder River path
3. Explore Beggar's Bush
4. Lunch at Press Cafe
5. Tour the Georgian Doors of Dublin
6. Pub Stop
1. Beggar's Bush
2. Becky Morgan's
3. The Schoolhouse
7. Dinner in Ballsbridge
• Baan Thai
• Girl and the Goose
8. Evening Activities
1. Places your bets on Irish Greyhound racing at Shelbourne Park
2. Experience traditional Irish music and dancing at the Irish House Party

Explore Ballsbridge and Ringsend with this Detailed Itinerary:

11. The Liberties and Dame Street

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: culture, history, music

The Liberties and Dame Street Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at the Fumbally
2. Admire St. Patrick's Cathedral
3. Walk in the footsteps of Jonathan Swift at Marsh's Library
4. Sample a few wee drams at the Teeling Whiskey Distillery
5. Explore ancient religious texts and grab lunch at Chester Beatty Library
6. Walk the grounds of Dublin Castle
7. Pub Stop in or near Temple Bar
1. The Vat House
2. The Stag's Head
8. Dinner Choices in or near Temple Bar
• Umi Falafel
• Mongolian BBQ
• Rustic Stone
9. Go on a pub crawl on Dame Lane

Visit The Liberties and Dame Street in Dublin with this Detailed Itinerary:

12. Camden Street to Temple Bar

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: shopping, food, music

Camden Street to Temple Bar Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices near Camden Street
• Bald Barista
• South Brother Hubbard
• Art of Coffee
2. Camden Street Shopping and Street Art
3. Lunch at Cake Cafe
4. Shop for funky finds at George's Arcade
5. Visit Cow's Lane
6. Check out the street art on Icon Walk in Temple Bar
7. Grab a pint of Irish Craft Beer at the Norseman
8. Dinner Choices in Dublin City Centre
• Red Torch Ginger
• Cedar Tree
9. Evening Activities
• Cocktails at Pichet
• Comedy at the International Bar
• Watch a performance at the Project Arts Centre
• Catch a gig at the Button Factory

Explore the Camden Street to Temple Bar Detailed Itinerary:

13. Grand Canal Dock and the Dublin Docklands

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: food, art, photography

Grand Canal Dock and the Dublin Docklands Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices in Grand Canal Dock
• KC Peaches
• Art of Coffee
• Lolly and Cooks
• A Table
• Il Valentino
• herbstreet
2. Do a walking loop through the Dublin Docklands
3. Grab a burrito for lunch at Boojum
4. Discover the heart of the Irish music scene at Windmill Lane Studios
5. Go for traditional or peculiar afternoon tea at the Westin
6. Dinner at Cafe Bar H in Grand Canal Dock
7. Evening Activities in Grand Canal Dock
• See a show at The Lir Theatre
• Cocktails at the Marker Hotel
• Catch a musical at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre

Learn more about the Grand Canal Dock and the Dublin Docklands with this detailed itinerary:

14. Along the River Liffey

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: history, shopping

Along the River Liffey Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices on the River Liffey in the Dublin Docklands
1. Gerard's
2. Barista Angel
2. Learn about the history of Dublin Port at The Diving Bell
3. Photograph the Samuel Beckett Bridge and Dublin Convention Center
4. Learn about the tragic Irish famine aboard The Jeanie Johnston
5. Experience the Irish diaspora at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
6. Lunch at Ely's CHQ
7. Shop like the locals do on Henry Street
8. Walk O'Connell Street
1. Pay your respects to those who died in the fight for Irish independence during the Easter Rising at The GPO
2. Seek out James Joyce Statue
3. Admire the Spire
9. Pub Stop
• JW Sweetman
• Brew Dock
• Urban Brewing
10. Dinner at 101 Talbot
11. Evening Activities Along the River Liffey
1. See a performance at the Abbey Theatre, Ireland's National Theatre
2. Take a chance on some comedy at the Laughter Lounge

Explore Dublin along the River Liffey with this detailed itinerary:

15. A Classic Dublin City Centre Day Out

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: culture, food, shopping

Classic Dublin City Centre Day Out Itinerary Summary

1. Coffee at Coffeeangel, Butlers Chocolate Cafe, or Beanhive Dublin
2. Explore the Trinity College Dublin campus
3. See the Book of Kells
4. Lunch Choices in Dublin City Centre
• Vegetarian comfort food at Cornucopia
• Sandwiches and cakes at Avoca
5. Shop Powerscourt Townhouse
6. Browse Stephens Green Shopping Center
7. Window shop on Grafton Street
8. Learn and taste a bit of history at the Irish Whiskey Museum
9. Pub Stop at the Lincoln's Inn
10. Dinner at the Green Hen in Dublin City Centre
11. Evening Activities in Dublin City
• Gaeity Theatre
• Murphy's Ice Cream

Experience a classic day in Dublin City Centre with this detailed ttinerary:

16. Dublin History and Literature

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: history, literature, culture

Dublin History and Literature Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices
• Don't miss the divine cruffin (croissant-muffin) at Bread 41
• Have an artisan coffee at Shoe Lane
2. Learn about Irish history on the 1916 Rebellion Guided Walking Tour
3. Lunch at the Queen of Tarts
4. Pay respects to those who died in the fight for Irish independence at the Garden of Remembrance
5. Explore Ireland's literary heritage at the Writer's Museum
6. Check out the works of art at Hugh Lane Gallery
7. Browse for new and second-hand books at Chapters
8. Stop for a drink at the Gin Palace
9. Dinner Choices on Dublin's Northside
• Hop House
• The Lotts Cafe Bar
• The Winding Stair
10. Evening Activities
• Have a spooky time aboard the Ghostbus
• Listen to Irish trad Music at Merchant's Arch

Read about our Dublin History and Literature Detailed Itinerary here:

17. Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: food, shopping, culture, history

Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices in Dublin City Centre
• Drink a latte and true work of art at the Beanhive
• Indulge in Sicilian treats with your coffee at Dolce Sicily
2. Browse for a souvenir to take home at Celtic Whiskey
3. Explore Dublin's history at the quaint Little Museum of Dublin
4. Stroll Stephen's Green
5. Power shop at Stephens Green Shopping Center
6. Lunch at KC Peaches
7. Take the tour and sip a pint at the Guinness Storehouse
8. Find Liberties Street Art
9. Pub Stop at the Long Hall
10. Dinner Choices in Dublin City Centre
• La Maison
• Spice of India
11. Catch an evening of theatre in Temple Bar
• See a show at Smock Alley, the oldest theatre in Dublin
• Check out the tiny New Theatre

Experience Dublin Food, Shopping, and Theatre with this Detailed Itinerary:

18. Dublin's Viking Past

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: history, music

Dublin's Viking Past Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices in Dublin City
• Bear Market
• Coffeeangel
2. Ride the Viking Splash
3. Lunch at Brasserie Sixty6
4. Explore Dublinia, a museum dedicated to Dublin's Viking history
5. Look for the mummified cat and the mouse in Christ Church Cathedral
6. Look for artifacts around Dublin City Council
7. Listen to music while sipping a pint at Darkey Kelly's
8. Dinner at 777
9. Experience a night out on Dame Lane

Read about where to find evidence of Dublin's Viking past in this detailed itinerary:

19. From Rathmines to Dublin City Centre

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: photography, non-touristy experiences

From Rathmines to Dublin City Centre Itinerary Summary

1. Coffee at two fifty square in Rathmines
2. Take a photowalk around Rathmines
3. Seek out the Swans of Portobello
4. Lunch at Bretzel Bakery
5. Enjoy Afternoon Tea
• The Merrion Art Tea
• The Shelbourne
6. Grab a pint at Toners
7. Pay a Visit to Patrick Kavanagh on the Grand Canal
8. Dinner on Baggot Street
• Zakura for Ramen
• Keshk for grilled meats
• Teppanyaki at Chai-yo
9. Evening Activities
• Cocktails at the dylan
• Sink into a comfy armchair and see a movie at The Stella in Rathmines

Check out our Rathmines to Dublin City Centre Detailed Itinerary:

20. Dublin Shopping, Culture and Cinema

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: culture, history, shopping

Dublin Shopping, Culture, and Cinema Itinerary Summary

1. Morning Coffee in Dublin City
• Kaph
• Clement and Pekoe
2. Make a pilgrimage to the statue of Molly Malone
3. Shop George's Arcade
4. Browse Powerscourt Townhouse
5. Lunch at the Chester Beatty Library Cafe
6. Explore ancient religious texts at the Chester Beatty Library Museum
7. Catch a movie at the Irish Film Institute (IFI)
8. Forego the pub and grab an evening coffee at Accents
9. Dinner Choices
• Moroccan cuisine at Dada
• Tapas at Market Bar
• A celebrity chef experience at Fade Street Social
10. Have a nightcap glass of wine
• Olesya's
• Fallon and Byrne
• La Cave

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21. Classic Dublin Sightseeing

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, history, culture, art, music

Classic Dublin Sightseeing Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast at Voila on Baggot Street
2. Buy a ticket for the Hop on Hop Off Bus (CitySightseeing Red Route)
3. Explore the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
4. Understand Irish history at Kilmainham Gaol
5. Lunch at IMMA Cafe
6. Pay a visit to Dublin Zoo
7. Tour Farmleigh House
8. Walk Phoenix Park, one of the largest urban parks in Europe.
9. Drinks at Nancy Hands Bar and Restaurant
10. Dinner Choices
• Italian at Wallace's Taverna
• Pub grub with a bit of music and dancing at The Church
11. Experience a night out in Temple Bar

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22. Dublin History, Photo-Ops and Theatre

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Leisurely
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: history, culture, photography, non-touristy experiences

Dublin History, Photo-Ops, and Theatre Itinerary Summary

1. Breakfast Choices in Dublin City Centre
• Lolly and Cooks
• Java Republic
2. Photograph the iconic Pepper Canister church in the heart of Georgian Dublin
3. Stroll Merrion Square Park and seek out Oscar Wilde
4. Eat a healthy lunch at Sprout
5. Explore the historic architecture of Northumberland Road
6. Stop and pay your respects at Mount Street Bridge to those who died fighting for Irish independence.
7. Visit a classic Irish pub: Grab a pint of Guinness at the Ginger Man
8. Dinner at Fowl Play or Musahi
9. Spend an evening at the Samuel Beckett Theatre on the Trinity College Dublin campus

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23. Explore the North Dublin Coast: Howth and Malahide

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: nature, hiking, history

North Dublin Coast Itinerary Summary

1. Coffee at Steam in Dublin City Centre
2. Take the DART train to Howth 
3. Hike the iconic Howth Head Cliff Path Loop
4. (Weekends) Browse Howth Market
5. (Seasonal) Go Birdwatching at Ireland's Eye island
6. Eat a fresh fish lunch in Howth at the Oar House
7. Grab a pint or a hot whiskey at the Abbey Tavern
8. Take the DART train to Malahide
9. Tour historic Malahide Castle
10. Eat dinner back at Zaytoons in Temple Bar back in Dublin City
11. Catch a gig at SIN É music pub

Discover the North Dublin Coast including Howth and Malahide with this Detailed Itinerary:

24. Dublin History in a Day - Tenement and Whiskey Edition

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate

This Dublin day out itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: history, food

Dublin History Itinerary Summary

1. Sit down for breakfast at Bewley's Cafe on Grafton Street
2. Stop at the Seamus Heaney: Listen Now Again exhibit in the Bank of Ireland Building on College Green
3. Take a guided tour of the 14 Henrietta Street Tenement Museum
4. Stroll the grounds of King's Inn Law School
5. Try a slice of chocolate Guinness cake with a craft coffee at Proper Order in Smithfield
6. Enjoy posh fish and chips with a glass of wine for lunch at Fish Shop Dublin
7. Tour Pearse Lyons whiskey distillery which is situated in an 800 year old de-consecrated church in the Liberties
8. Sip an experimental pint or two at Guinness Open Gate Brewery
9. Eat dinner at The Ramen Bar on South William Street
10. Catch a performance at the historic Olympia Theatre on Dame Street

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25. A Drimnagh Castle-Focused Day Out

One Day in Dublin City Itinerary Rating: Intermediate
This Dublin day out itinerary is recommended for people with the following interests: art, history, food, non-touristy experiences

Drimnagh Castle Itinerary Summary

1. Grab coffee and a treat to go at Creed
2. Take Dublin Bus to Dublin Citywest
3. Tour Drimnagh Castle inside and out
4. Eat lunch including fresh baked goods at Farmhouse Cafe on Long Mile Road
5. Visit IMMA, Ireland's Museum of Modern Art, and walk the formal garden
6. Save the pub stop for later and grab cake and kombucha at IMMA's cafe
7. Combine dinner and drinks with a tour of Rascal's Brewery HQ in Inchicore

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As you can see, there are an amazing variety of things to do in Dublin even if you just have one day to spend here. Pick an itinerary or itineraries that suit your interests and that's your Dublin city trip sorted.

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