If you like architecture, or you just have a passing interest in old buildings, Dublin has some incredible examples of houses the Georgians built. Georgian doors in DublinPhoto credit: VanderWolf Images / 3. There are plenty of trails, some easier than others, and lots of families take advantage of this natural wonder which gifts you incredible views once you get up there. If the word “mountains” puts you off, don’t worry, these are more like big hills and you don’t need to be an experienced hiker to walk them. But once you’re there, you’ve got an amazing way to spend half a day for free. You will have to pay for travel to the mountains either by bus, taxi, or car, as they aren’t really close enough to walk to. Dublin MountainsĪs you might expect, hiking the Dublin Mountains - which act as a glorious backdrop to the city - is completely free. The museum also has some beautiful examples of prehistoric gold and Viking weapons, as well as pottery and other archaeological finds from the area. A lot of visitors will be heading for this display, so be patient and be prepared to wait in line to see this. Don’t miss the mummified remains of human sacrifices, which were preserved in the Irish bogs and are still incredible specimens of mummified bodies. Of all of these museums, The National Museum of Ireland is one of the most popular, and because it’s free, it does get quite busy. Just like in Scotland, most museums and art galleries in Ireland are free to enter. Interior of the National Museum of IrelandPhoto credit: Anton_Ivanov / 1.
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