Monuments to see in Dublin with children
Dublin is a city to live, to travel and to enjoy, because the really monumental part of the Irish capital is its character, its atmosphere and its people, who always welcome you with a smile. Undoubtedly, there are many interesting places to know in Dublin, but do not forget that the best thing is n
Dublin is a city to live, to travel and to enjoy, because the really monumental part of the Irish capital is its character, its atmosphere and its people, who always welcome you with a smile.
Undoubtedly, there are many interesting places to know in Dublin, but do not forget that the best thing is not the buildings or museums to see, but the city itself. Enjoy your trip with children to Dublin touring the city calmly.
If during your trip to Dublin you intend to visit the main touristic points of the city, it will be profitable to acquire the Dublin Pass, a card that offers you free access to 31 touristic points, among them: Guiness Storehouse, Dublin Castle, Dublinia , etc. It also covers the Aircoach bus journey between the airport and the city, and offers discounts at shops and pubs. The 1 day Dublin Pass costs 35 euros for adults and 19 euros for children from 5 to 15 years old. There are also other options for more days.
Monuments in Dublin to see with the children
O'Connell Street
The most famous avenue in Dublin is one of the main commercial areas of the city and a pleasant place to walk as a family along its wide sidewalks.
Along its route are various monuments such as The Spire or 'The spiral', a needle-shaped sculpture that rises to 120 meters in height.
O'Connell Street is also home to Dublin's Central Post Office, an emblematic building that was also the setting for the proclamation of the Republic of Ireland in 1916.
Among the many shops, pubs and restaurants on this street, You will also run into other sculptures of famous Irish personalities such as Daniel O'Connell or Sir John Gray.
Grafton Street
One of the most pleasant pedestrian streets in Dublin is Grafton Street. Tourists and Dubliners mix here with street musicians, cafe terraces, shoppers and shopping centers ... creating an exceptional atmosphere to enjoy the Irish capital.
A must-see is the sculpture of Molly Malone, the fish seller and prostitute to whom James Yorkston dedicated his song 'Cockles and Mussels' ('Cockles and Mussels'), an authentic anthem for all Irish people.
The statue of Molly Malone is at the end of the pedestrian part of Grafton Street, at its intersection with Nassau Street.
Dublinia
Inside a beautiful Neo-Gothic building is Dublinia, an exhibition of everyday scenes from the Viking Age and the Middle Ages in the form of life-size recreations.
Very entertaining for children, Dublinia is a fun way to transport yourself to the past and learn about the history of the Irish capital. Enter a Viking ship, in the house of a rich medieval merchant and climb the 96 steps of the medieval tower of the Church of San Miguel.
The visiting hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. between the months of April and September. And from 10:00 to 16:30 hours, the rest of the year.
The entrance to Dublinia costs 7.50 euros for adults and 6.50 euros for students. With the Dublin Card there is no entrance fee.
Temple Bar
Temple Bar is the area of Irish pubs. But it's not just a bar scene, it's one of the most attractive neighborhoods in Ireland. In addition to the nightlife, Temple Bar is also attractive during the day thanks to different markets such as the Food Market for food or the Book Market for second-hand books.
At any time, you will find tourists and locals walking through the narrow streets of the area.
Temple Bar comprises the area between Dame Street and the River Liffey.
Guinness Storehouse
Dublin and Guinness are inevitably associated. The Guinness brewery is not only a tourist attraction for young people and beer lovers, but it is an unmissable event for all those, including families with children, who travel to Dublin.
Built in 1904 as a fermentation factory, in the year 2000 it reopened its doors with a new mission: to show visitors the history of the famous beer. In the different areas of the building, shaped like a huge pint of beer, it shows the way of elaboration, curiosities about its ingredients, the evolution of marketing campaigns, interactive games about alcohol and other entertaining exhibitions. The visit ends at the Gravity Bar, a glass-roofed pub on the roof of the Guinness Storehouse that provides a nice panoramic view of Dublin while enjoying a pint.
Opening hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., every day. The months of July and August, the schedule is extended until 7:00 p.m.
The entrance with a pint of Guinness beer included costs 14.40 euros for adults and 10.60 euros for students. Those who carry the Dublin Card do not have to pay entry.
Dublin Castle
History oozes through the walls of Dublin Castle. At present certain state receptions are held there, but over the centuries it has served as a settlement for the Vikings, a military fortress, a royal residence, the headquarters of the Irish Court of Justice, and the English Administration in Ireland. Nothing less.
In the tour you will visit the royal apartments, which have been reconstructed in detail, as well as the Throne Room, the Rellan de las Hachas de Guerra and the Torre de la Pólvora.
Dublin Castle is located on Dame Street, in the heart of the city.
The visiting hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. Sundays and holidays open later: at 2:00 p.m.
Admission costs 4.50 euros for adults and 3.50 euros for students. Admission is free with the Dublin Card.
