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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 1 of 321 attractions in Dublin

This bleak old jail was notorious in the 19th century for its harsh treatment of prisoners.

Attraction type: Old jail; Specialty museum; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 2 of 321 attractions in Dublin
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 3 of 321 attractions in Dublin

A tour of pubs featuring live traditional music, starting with Temple Bar.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 4 of 321 attractions in Dublin

This Anglican church, one of two located in Dublin, was originally founded by Anglo-Norman conquerors in the late 12th century.

Attraction type: Religious site; Architectural building; Historic site; Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 5 of 321 attractions in Dublin
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 6 of 321 attractions in Dublin

A very simple town house just off merrion square, not alarming from the outside but steeped in history. A great place to go if you have an hour to kill in the city centre and don't want to be...

Attraction type: Historic home; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 7 of 321 attractions in Dublin

Situated in the heart of Ireland's capital city, the Chester Beatty Library is an art museum and library which houses the great collection of manuscripts, miniature paintings, prints, drawings, rare books and some decorative arts assembled by Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875-1968). The Library's exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. Its rich collection from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe offers visitors a visual feast. Chester Beatty Library was named Irish Museum of the year in 2000 and was awarded the title European Museum of the Year in 2002.

Attraction type: Library; Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 8 of 321 attractions in Dublin

The Long Hall is a proper old Victorian bar.  It's is almost completely authentic.  It's also not really on the tourist map so you'll meet lots of old regular drinkers in this proper old bar.  The...

Attraction type: Bar/club; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 9 of 321 attractions in Dublin

Founded in 1592, this is Ireland's oldest and most prestigious college; it is best known as the home of the Book of Kells, an intricately decorated New Testament text dating back to 800 AD.

Attraction type: Educational site; Historic site; Library; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 10 of 321 attractions in Dublin
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Library
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 11 of 321 attractions in Dublin
Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 12 of 321 attractions in Dublin

Guinness' museum brings its foamy, yeasty, alcoholic joy to the world: a six dollar entrance fee includes a tour of the museum and a free beer. This six-story building contains the Guinness Brewery Hop Store, a museum and the Gravity Bar, located on the top floor.

Attraction type: Brewery; Factory tour; Specialty shop; Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 13 of 321 attractions in Dublin
Attraction type: Factory tour; History museum; Specialty shop; Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 14 of 321 attractions in Dublin

Dublin's oldest pub is still kicking: a fun, friendly bar with lots of atmosphere.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 15 of 321 attractions in Dublin

  The pub is easy enough to find - walk down the left side of dame street from trinity college until you see the mosaic of the stag on the ground. Follow it up the alley and it is right there on the...

Attraction type: Bar/club; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 16 of 321 attractions in Dublin
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 17 of 321 attractions in Dublin

This well-preserved 13th-century castle once served as the seat of the Irish monarchy.

Attraction type: Historic site; Castle; Architectural building; Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 18 of 321 attractions in Dublin
Attraction type: History museum; Architectural building; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 19 of 321 attractions in Dublin

During Ireland's battle for independence against the British, this building was used as a fort by Irish rebel troops.

Attraction type: Government building; Historic site; Tour; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 20 of 321 attractions in Dublin

This walking tour is led by a team of professional actors who follow in the footsteps of James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, Oscar Wilde, Brendan Behan. You will hear renditions of prose, verse, drama and song from Dublin's literary hall of fame. The evening is packed with entertainment and also includes a quiz with prizes for the winners.

Attraction type: Tour; Performance
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