Hidden Gems of Dublin You Need to Know About

Poolbeg LighthouseIreland's Eye is a beautiful little Island just 2km off
Standing tall on Dublin's Great South Wall at Dublinthe coast of Howth located in the northside of
Port you will find Poolbeg Lighthouse. The GreatDublin. This is a spectacular and picturesque island
South Wall, also known as South Bull Wall, is onewell worth a visit. Irelands Eye is accessible by
of the longest sea-walls in Europe. When you walkboat, check out Island Ferries. Irelands Eye is a
out to the end of the Great South Wall you canbird sanctuary, it is home to many different
see a wonderful 360 degree view of Dublin thatspecies of seabirds such as puffins, razorbills,
includes Dublin Bay, the Wicklow Mountains to theguillemots, black-backed gulls and gannets to name
South, and glistening Howth to the north. Poolbega few!
Lighthouse is one of a formation of three, youHowth
can identify Poolbeg Lighthouse by its colour red.Howth is a gem in its self and is easily accessible
This is a wonderful hidden gem and offers aby public transport from Dublin city. Howth has a
stunning setting for those who enjoy walking andsizeable fishing fleet with buzzing fishmongers, fine
getting out and about.restaurants and cafés, craft shops and
lots to see and do activities including visiting
Nestled in Dublin City Centre just off O'ConnellIrelands Eye. This is a wonderful place to escape
Street, and close to Dublin's cultural quarter ofthe bustle of Dublin city and explore just another
Temple Bar, you will find Trinity College. This ishidden gem Dublin has to offer.
truly one of the most amazing colleges in EuropeDalkey Castle and Heritage Centre
and is a third-level institution in Ireland. AlthoughHeading south, another hidden gem worth a visit
this is a very significant tourist attraction in Dublinis the town of Dalkey home to Dalkey Castle and
and is home to the famous and historical Book ofHeritage Centre. Located just 10 miles south of
Kells, the grounds of Trinity College are just asDublin City on the south end of Dublin Bay, Dalkey
spectacular. The grounds, architecture, interestingis a town steeped in history. Dalkey is home to
sculptures and manicured gardens are well worthmany famous people like our very own writer
discovering when you visit Trinity College.Maeve Binchy and playwright Hugh Leonard. In
Golf in Dublinrecent years Dalkey has been knick-named 'The
Dublin is home to many truly amazing lush greenBeverley Hills of Dublin' as it is also home to some
golf courses dotted throughout the county. Theof Irelands biggest names like U2's Bono and The
choice is endless and each offers a unique golfingEdge, actor Neil Jordan and singer Van Morrison to
experience that will test even the mostname a few!
experienced golfer. With manicured greens inPutting fame aside there is much to discover
stunning settings you must treat and challengehere, Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre will take
yourself with the many golf courses on offeryou back in time with the amazing and award
here. Check out our article on Top Golf Courses inwinning centre. Visit the Town House, Church and
County DublinGraveyard, Art Gallery, Dalkey Townhouse and
Ireland's EyeGift Shop.