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Dublin

Dublin on St. Paddy’s Day is incredible. The whole city turns into a party, and Dicey’s is the best party abroad. Hotels book up fast, so lock it in early if you’re going. Come for the Guinness and Jameson, stay for the pints, and expect zero sleep.

Activities

Attractions

Two women posing playfully back-to-back on an outdoor bridge railing with a man in a red jacket walking away in the background under a clear blue sky.

HA’PENNY BRIDGE

The Ha’Penny Bridge is Dublin’s oldest pedestrian crossing over the river Liffey.

Pedestrians walking on a busy Grafton Street in Dublin with shops, hanging flower baskets, and a church with a large circular window in the background.

GRAFTON STREET

Grafton Street is one of the two principal shopping streets in Dublin city centre

Crowded street outside The Temple Bar in Dublin with many people wearing green hats and accessories for a festive celebration.

LOVE LANE

An Alley or “Lane” with an Instagram trendy spot. So many large artworks and tiny nuances.

Day Trips

Breakfast & Lunch

Plate of pancakes topped with mixed berries, dollops of cream, a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, a sesame seed cracker, and fresh herbs.

ALMA

Mexican food, with dishes like tacos, quesadillas, and mole. It's a casual spot.
Plate with lentil dish garnished with black and white sesame seeds and cilantro, served with toasted flatbread, a cup of cappuccino, and a triangle slice of cheesecake with a blackberry on top in the background.

BEWLEY'S GRAFTON STREET

historic café in Dublin known for its coffee, pastries, and light meals. It’s been a popular spot for locals and tourists.
Crispy fried chicken sandwich with lettuce on a bun served with curly fries on a blue tray.

BROTHER HUBBARD

Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes. They serve everything from breakfasts to mezze plates and flavorful stews.
Close-up of a golden brown puff pastry topped with cream, sliced strawberries, and small edible flowers on a wooden surface.

BREAD 41

Bakery and café famous for its sourdough bread and pastries. They also serve breakfast and lunch, with a menu featuring sandwiches, soups, and salads.
Crepes filled with strawberries and drizzled with chocolate sauce, garnished with fresh strawberry halves.

JAY KAYS CAFE

They offer a range of sandwiches, pastries, and hearty brunch dishes.
Pastries topped with sliced strawberries, green mint leaves, and a dusting of powdered sugar on a white surface.

KC PEACHES

Café and deli offering a variety of fresh, healthy food options. They serve everything from salads and wraps to hot meals and desserts.
Pan-seared fish fillet with crispy skin on mashed potatoes, topped with sautéed greens, served with asparagus on a blue plate.

KEOGHS CAFE

Serves classic Irish dishes like breakfast options, sandwiches, and soups. It’s a straightforward spot with a focus on comfort food.
Close-up of a hand holding a sandwich with grilled meat, pickles, and leafy greens, with a bowl of soup blurred in the background.

LEMON JELLY CAFE

Light bites, sandwiches, and fresh juices. It’s a casual place, popular for its breakfast options and relaxed vibe.

Dinner

Night scene at Eat Yard, an outdoor food market with illuminated sign and people gathered around food stalls.

Eatyard

Food market with a variety of street food vendors. It offers everything from burgers and tacos to plant-based options, all in an outdoor setting.
Plate of pasta with tomato sauce, mushrooms, and grated cheese on top.

BAR ITALIA

Serves classic Italian dishes like pizza, pasta, and espresso. It’s a casual spot with a focus on simple, traditional Italian flavors.
Close-up of two halves of a burrito filled with rice, vegetables, and sauce held in hands.

BOOJUM

Mexican street food like burritos, tacos, and bowls. It’s a casual spot where you can build your own meal with a variety of toppings and fillings.
Close-up of a dish featuring fried gnocchi, falafel balls, and fresh herbs on a blue plate with a fork picking up some herbs.

BOXTY

Traditional Irish dishes, with a focus on boxty pancakes. They also serve stews, seafood, and other Irish comfort food.
Cheeseburger with melted cheddar cheese and lettuce beside a pile of golden French fries on a patterned plate.

BUNSEN

Straightforward menu of beef, chicken, and veggie options.
Hand holding a freshly baked pizza with basil and cheese in an open cardboard box in front of a pizza oven.

DUBLIN PIZZA COMPANY

Yummy variety of pizzas with classic and creative toppings. They serve both dine-in and takeaway, with an emphasis on wood-fired pizzas.
Table with plates of food including fried chicken, salad, sandwich with tortilla chips, fries, and a glass of beer.

ELEPHANT

Classic food: burgers, wings, and salads.
Grilled tomahawk steak drizzled with sauce on a wooden-handled skillet, accompanied by onion rings, mashed sweet potatoes, a cheesy dish, sauces, red wine, and water on a wooden table.

FADE

Mix of modern Irish dishes and international flavors. It’s a trendy spot with options ranging from small plates to larger mains.
Close-up of a double cheeseburger with melted cheese, bacon, and a sesame seed bun held by hands.

GOURMET

Serves a variety of gourmet burgers, along with sides like fries and onion rings. The menu includes both beef and vegetarian options in a casual setting.
Plate of sliced grilled beef ribs topped with spicy chili sauce, with steamed buns and a bowl of seasoned vegetables in the background.

HANG DAI CHINESE

Modern Chinese dishes with a twist, including dumplings, noodles, and stir-fries.
Plate of assorted sushi with salmon nigiri, eel nigiri wrapped in seaweed, wasabi, and garnishes shaped like flowers.

MUSASHI NOODLES AND SUSHI BAR

Offers a range of Japanese dishes, including sushi, ramen, and udon.
Seared rectangular piece of fish topped with herbs and thin white garnish, served with mashed potatoes and red pepper strips on a black plate.

THE MARKET BAR

The Market Bar in Dublin serves a variety of tapas-style dishes, from seafood to meats and vegetables.
Bowl of loaded nachos topped with melted cheese, chili, and chopped green onions, with tortilla chips on the side.

THUNDER ROAD CAFE

American diner food, including burgers, wings, and milkshakes. It's a lively spot known for its retro vibe and hearty comfort food.
Hand holding a slice of pizza with melted cheese stretching and a fresh basil leaf on top.

SOPHIE'S

Menu of pizza, pasta, and salads, along with cocktails. It’s a rooftop spot with great views and a casual vibe.
Two mini fried chicken sandwiches served on a wooden tray with decorative paper underneath.

RUSTIC STONE

European dishes with an emphasis on fresh, healthy options. The menu includes everything from stone-grilled meats to salads and creative sides.

Best Bars

Festively decorated pub interior with a circular bar, string lights on the ceiling, and cozy seating areas.

BUSKERS

Awesome upstairs and downstairs bar. You will see everyone you know on Patty's.
Crowd of people celebrating indoors with many wearing green hats and accessories, festive bunting overhead.

DICEY'S

Top 2 not 2. Try and get tickets as soon as they come out for Patty's. We will have extra so reach out if you need!

Best Eats

Plate with lentil dish garnished with black and white sesame seeds and cilantro, served with toasted flatbread, a cup of cappuccino, and a triangle slice of cheesecake with a blackberry on top in the background.

BEWLEY'S GRAFTON STREET

historic café in Dublin known for its coffee, pastries, and light meals. It’s been a popular spot for locals and tourists.
Pan-seared fish fillet with crispy skin on mashed potatoes, topped with sautéed greens, served with asparagus on a blue plate.

KEOGHS CAFE

Serves classic Irish dishes like breakfast options, sandwiches, and soups. It’s a straightforward spot with a focus on comfort food.
Bowl of loaded nachos topped with melted cheese, chili, and chopped green onions, with tortilla chips on the side.

THUNDER ROAD CAFE

American diner food, including burgers, wings, and milkshakes. It's a lively spot known for its retro vibe and hearty comfort food.
Cheeseburger with melted cheddar cheese and lettuce beside a pile of golden French fries on a patterned plate.

BUNSEN

Straightforward menu of beef, chicken, and veggie options.

Best Living

Facade of The Trinity City Hotel with Irish, European Union, and American flags displayed above the entrance.

TRINITY CITY HOTEL

Best hotel in Dublin. Book way in advance for St. Patty's! Lobby has a great bar and even better chicken sandwiches.

First Options

Facade of The Trinity City Hotel with Irish, European Union, and American flags displayed above the entrance.

TRINITY CITY HOTEL

Best hotel in Dublin. Book way in advance for St. Patty's! Lobby has a great bar and even better chicken sandwiches.
Modern hostel room with two sets of wooden ladder-access bunk beds, each with white bedding and privacy curtains.

Jacobs Inn Hostel

Great Option if you are in a big group because you can rent out a whole room. Also a perfect location to the square.
Exterior entrance of a modern Moxy hotel with glass doors and decorative potted plants on the sidewalk.

MOXY DUBLIN CITY

Same as every Moxy in Europe: great price for quality in a central location.
Tall ship docked in front of a large riverside hotel building under a cloudy sky.

HILTON GARDEN INN

Not in the center but in a great location still. Cheaper option and more availability last minute.
Entrance of Temple Bar Hotel with black double doors and two decorative topiary trees in planters on each side.

TEMPLE BAR HOTEL

On the expensive end. Living situation is comfortable and the location is prime.
Hotel room with two single beds featuring green accents, a window with green curtains, a desk with a chair, and a colorful artwork on the wall.

TEMPLE BAR INN

Cheap Hostel. High quality rooms for a hostel. Perfect location!

Backups

Underground lounge with a ping pong table, leather sofas, and graffiti-style portraits on brick walls.

Abbey Court Hostel

Living option not the best but in a great spot and a good backup if you are late to booking for Patty's.
Modern hotel room with a large bed, blue padded headboard, yellow chair, wall-mounted mirror, and framed artwork above the bed.

Academy Plaza Hotel

Great option if everything is sold out. Clean living arrangements and in a solid area.

Bars/Pubs

Festively decorated pub interior with a circular bar, string lights on the ceiling, and cozy seating areas.

BUSKERS

Awesome upstairs and downstairs bar. You will see everyone you know on Patty's.
Crowd of people celebrating indoors with many wearing green hats and accessories, festive bunting overhead.

DICEY'S

Top 2 not 2. Try and get tickets as soon as they come out for Patty's. We will have extra so reach out if you need!
Dimly lit bar interior with red tufted leather seating along the counter and ambient red and purple lighting.

ACADEMY

The Academy is a music venue located in Dublin, Ireland. It consists of four floors, each for differing music tastes.
Empty nightclub interior with wooden bar, colorful ceiling lights, and purple patterned light projections on the floor.

COPPER FACE JACKS

Insane nightclub. Always a great time and cool atmosphere.
Traditional red and purple corner pub building on a cloudy evening in an urban street.

DOYLE'S

Classic Dublin Pub. Checklist stop on the bar crawl.
Interior of a cozy Irish pub with wooden bar stools, tables, and festive bunting hanging from the ceiling.

FLANNERY'S BAR

Similar to Doyle's. Great pub filled with people.
Green Heineken beer truck parked near the brick facade of O'Reilly's pub under a bridge.

O'REILLLY'S BAR

Top 3 bar in Dublin. Tickets for the Friday sell fast.
Facade of The Norseman pub in Temple Bar, Dublin, with teal and black exterior, wooden stools, and Jameson Black Barrel signage.

THE NORSEMAN

Located in heart of Temple Bar. One of the longest standing pubs in the area.
The illuminated red facade of The Temple Bar pub adorned with string lights, greenery, and a Guinness-branded outdoor umbrella with people nearby.

TEMPLE BAR

Iconic spot in Dublin everyone goes to at least once.
Night view of Whelan's music venue at 25 with people conversing outside and car parked on the street.

WHELAN'S

Live music venue. Less of a pub and more of a party vibe.

Attractions

Sagrada Familia Tour

Largest Catholic Church in the World- The line is always long so the Skip the line ticket is the play.

Parc Güell Tour

The iconic Gaudí Park. Recommend buying Skip-the-Line tickets, it’s usually pretty crowded!

Casa Milà

A 2-hour class with a The last private residence designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí.

Moco Museum

Independent museum with a wide range of inspiring modern, contemporary, and street art- great spot for good photos!

Bunkers Viewpoint

It can be tough to fit a game into a weekend, but the tour is a perfect way to experience the stadium in a short amount of time.

Picasso Museum

Visit the largest collection of Picasso’s work and learn from a specialized art expert to get a full understanding of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

Montjuic Castle

You can either take the tour or hop on the metro to the hill and ride the cable car up to the castle.

Day Trips

Montserrat Monastery - Hike

Long day trip but so worth the views of Catalonia from the top of the mountain.

Montserrat - Horse Riding Experience

6.5-hour day trip to Montserrat – enjoy a chill 50-minute scenic drive, then spend the rest of the day horseback riding through the stunning park. The perfect way to see all the epic views and hidden gems!

Montserrat Hot Air Balloon

Once in a lifetime experience. If you are going to hot air balloon, the two places to do it are Montserrat and Switzerland.

Montserrat, Girona and Costa Brava

An 11 hour tour that does a fantastic job at hitting all the spots. See the booking link for details.

Penedés Wine Tasting

If you’re studying in Barcelona or planning an extended weekend, we highly recommend this wine tour! We’ve gotten amazing feedback from past guests – it’s a must-do day trip to Catalonia!

Shopping

Passeig de Gràcia

Mix of designer shops and the classics like Zara. Right around Plaza Catalunya.

El Cortes Inglés

Big department store in Spain, where you can find everything from clothes to tech and home stuff.

Avinguda Diagonal

Close to Passeig de Gràcia. Shop in both these areas in the same day.
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La Rambla

La Rambla is a street in the center of Barcelona, running from Plaça de Catalunya to the Columbus Monument. It’s lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers.

El Raval

Diverse culture, vibrant street life, and a mix of modern and traditional shops, cafes, and galleries.

Holala

Unique vintage clothing with a wide range of options from cheap to expensive.
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Montana Vintage Shop

“This place is insane. Liourally so much stuff and all fantastic quality. You have to have energy to go here but it’s all great brands and they have unique things.”

Love Vintage Shop

High end quality vintage clothes.
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