Reasons to go:
1. Dublin
- National Museum of Ireland Kildare Street is full of surprises.
- The geology section of the Museum of Ireland.
- Old Library in Trinity College Dublin has the Book of Kells.
- Coastal walks: the coastal hike from Howth station via Baily Lighthouse, coastal walk from Greystones to Bray (Caffe Letterario GattaNera is a good place to refuel), the area around Sandycove & Glasthule station (People’s Park, Dún Laoghaire neighbourhood).
- On my wishlist: National Gallery of Ireland, Glasnevin Cemetery, National Botanic Gardens, Kilmainham Gaol (old prison).
- Stoneybatter neighbourhood is the best place to stay. Phoenix Park is perfect for running and dear watching. Sorrento Takeaway make amazing sourdough and gelato (yes, seriously). Manor street is lined with interesting restaurants.
- Restaurants: PHX Bistro is great. On my wishlist: The Vintage Kitchen (modern Irish cuisine).
- Cocktails: Powerhouse Bar in Roe & Co Distillery (no need to book a tour or any kind of experience, just walk in for cocktails). Peruke & Periwig was on my wishlist.
- Grocery shopping: Fresh The Good Food Market, SuperValu. The Food Hall at Fallon & Byrne was on my wishlist.
Notes
- Connemara Peated Single Malt Whiskey is an Irish whiskey that is as peaty as Scottish ones.