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Dublin and Surrounds
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,138
MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Ireland’s historic capital beckons on this short Dublin city break, designed to let you see the best of the city in limited time. Familiar, yet steeped firmly in its own unique culture, let this be your first stop in discovering the Emerald Isle.
AT YOUR SERVICE. This is a great idea for experiencing Dublin where you can choose your preferred level of accommodation. It can, of course, be modified and/or extended. As we are experts in customizing itineraries to suit your personal interests, time available and budget, we at Goway are at your service!
This 5-day city break spends a day exploring Dublin a city that’s both unique, yet eerily familiar thanks to its history as a cultural hub. It then takes you on day trips to experience more of this beautiful country, including Cork in the south, and the Giant’s Causeway.
Start your break with the Dublin Tour, which combines highlights such as Dublin Zoo and Trinity College, while allowing you to hop on and off as you please, choosing from dozens of sights to create your perfect day.
A full day trip takes you to Cork, home to Blarney Castle and the famous namesake stone. You’ll also visit the Queenstown Story on Cork Harbour, the departure port for countless ships bound for the new world (including the Titanic).
Your final day trip takes you via Belfast to the Antrim Coast, where the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle overlook the sea. You’ll also have the option of a tutored whiskey tasting at Bushmills Distillery, your lunch stop for the day.
STAY LONGER IN DUBLIN. This idea can be extended and/or modified: Go to Day Trips for some ideas. They are just a sample as we can personalize your stay according to your interests, time available and budget. We look forward to being of service and organizing an awesome travel experience…for you!
Accommodation in Dublin
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Sandymount Hotel
Providing its guests with free Wi-Fi and a restaurant boasting garden views, you'll not want for anything at Sandymount Hotel - the perfect choice for holidaymakers looking for business-friendly hotels in Dublin that are also located near a metro station. There are many great attractions …
Providing its guests with free Wi-Fi and a restaurant boasting garden views, you'll not want for anything at Sandymount Hotel - the perfect choice for holidaymakers looking for business-friendly hotels in Dublin that are also located near a metro station. There are many great attractions nearby, including Aviva Stadium, Bord Gais Energy Theatre, 3 Arena and Sandymount Beach. Enjoy a spot of lunch or an evening meal at the hotel's restaurant, where you're sure to find something to suit your taste. There is also a bar/lounge where guests can enjoy drinks after a long day.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bar
- Business Centre
- Fireplace
- Laundry Service
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Restaurant
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Cassidy's Hotel
Cassidys Hotel, Dublin 1, is situated in the heart of Dublins city centre opposite the famous Gate theatre on Upper O'Connell Street and close to everything a visitor to Dublin could want. Dublin's shopping districts and museums are all within a short stroll of Cassidys …
Cassidys Hotel, Dublin 1, is situated in the heart of Dublins city centre opposite the famous Gate theatre on Upper O'Connell Street and close to everything a visitor to Dublin could want. Dublin's shopping districts and museums are all within a short stroll of Cassidys hotel. This Dublin hotel forms one of the cities famous Georgian terraces on Parnell square.
Facilities
- Babysitting Services
- Bar
- Car Hire
- City tours
- Complimentary WI-FI
- Conference Centre
- Currency Exchange
- Doctor on Call
- Fitness Centre
- Ironing Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Luggage Storage
- Multi-lingual Staff
- Restaurant
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Riu Plaza The Gresham Hotel
The Gresham Hotel is the best known of all the hotels in Dublin City. Situated in the heart of the City, the hotel is located on O'Connell Street and is just a short walk from Croke Park, Temple Bar, the IFSC and the new Convention …
The Gresham Hotel is the best known of all the hotels in Dublin City. Situated in the heart of the City, the hotel is located on O'Connell Street and is just a short walk from Croke Park, Temple Bar, the IFSC and the new Convention Centre Dublin (CCD). The hotel is close to the shopping districts of the city making it the ideal Dublin City Centre Hotel for your business or leisure needs. The extension to the LUAS Red Line makes it easy for you to travel to the Three Arena Dublin and Convention Centre Dublin.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bar
- Business Centre
- Coffee/Tea
- Conference Facilities
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Hairdryers
- Housekeeping Service
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Lobby
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Restaurant(s)
- TV
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The Alex Hotel
The Dublin City centre O'Callaghan Alex Hotel was the third hotel in the O'Callaghan Hotels group on the corner of Merrion Square. This hotel welcomes you into its spacious lobby where you will be greeted with a warm welcome. Located off one of the corners …
The Dublin City centre O'Callaghan Alex Hotel was the third hotel in the O'Callaghan Hotels group on the corner of Merrion Square. This hotel welcomes you into its spacious lobby where you will be greeted with a warm welcome. Located off one of the corners of Merrion Square, O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel is close to the Georgian Squares where business and culture are intertwined and is only a few minutes walk from Trinity College and the popular shopping street, Grafton Street.
Facilities
- ar
- Fitness Centre
- Meeting Rooms Available
- Parking Nearby ($)
- Restaurant
- WiFi
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The Merrion Hotel
The Merrion Hotel, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital's most luxurious five star hotel and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The Merrion Hotel is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar …
The Merrion Hotel, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital's most luxurious five star hotel and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The Merrion Hotel is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar and Restaurant and the intimate No. 23 Cocktail Bar. An impeccable restoration of four Georgian townhouses, The Merrion Hotel is a marriage of exquisite comfort, relaxed elegance and advanced guest facilities, including free Wi-Fi, an 18m pool, spa and gym. This luxury hotel is to be found in the heart of Georgian Dublin, opposite Government Buildings and a few minutes' walk from galleries, museums, the I.F.S.C, Dublin Convention Centre, pubs, restaurants and the shops of Grafton Street.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- 24 Hour Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Babysitting Services
- Business Centre
- Check-In Time
- Concierge
- Currency Exchange
- Doctor on Call
- Internet Access - Wireless
- Luggage Storage
- Multi-lingual Staff
- Porter Service
- TV
- Wakeup Calls Available
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Brooks Hotel
Situated only minutes from Grafton Street in the fashionable heart of Dublin city, Brooks Hotel is the perfect place to stay, whether for business or pleasure. Most of the city's key attractions are within walking distance to the hotel and include: the best shopping streets …
Situated only minutes from Grafton Street in the fashionable heart of Dublin city, Brooks Hotel is the perfect place to stay, whether for business or pleasure. Most of the city's key attractions are within walking distance to the hotel and include: the best shopping streets in the capital, St. Stephen's Green, the Guinness storehouse the Irish parliament building, Dail Eireann, Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Trinity College and many popular art galleries, theatres, museums and entertainment venues. The Luas servicing Dundrum shopping centre is just a few minutes' walk away and the Dart station is only 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- Business Centre
- Fitness Centre
- Housekeeping Service
- Laundry
- Library
- Lounge
- Meeting Rooms Available
- Room Service
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Academy Plaza Hotel
An exceptional 3 star hotel, The Academy Plaza is perfect for any leisure traveler visiting Dublin looking for a mid priced hotel with fantastic location to experience everything the city has to offer. Rooms are very comfortable and proximity to all the renowned attractions is …
An exceptional 3 star hotel, The Academy Plaza is perfect for any leisure traveler visiting Dublin looking for a mid priced hotel with fantastic location to experience everything the city has to offer. Rooms are very comfortable and proximity to all the renowned attractions is perfect. Guests can avail of the Clerys Q-Park facility which is situated across the road from the Hotel. This secure car park is open 24 hours a day and offers a discounted daily rate for Academy Plaza guests. Ideally located just a few steps away from Dublin's bustling O'Connell Street, Academy Plaza Hotel is a 5 minute walk from Connolly Train Station and just a short stroll from the Writers Museum and the lively nightlife of Temple Bar. There is an air coach stop at the Academy Plaza, which is next to the hotel and is a cost effective method of getting to/from Dublin Airport. The 304 contemporary air conditioned bedrooms are decorated in rich colours. Rooms feature flat-screen LCD televisions, work desks, laptop sized safe and marble-finished bathrooms. There is also complimentary wireless internet and tea and coffee facilities.
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O'Callaghan Davenport Hotel
The Davenport Hotel, nestled in the heart of Georgian Dublin is undoubtedly one of Dublin's best locations for meetings, conferences and events. The hotel is close to transport links from every part of the country, by LUAS, coach, train, DART or by car and the …
The Davenport Hotel, nestled in the heart of Georgian Dublin is undoubtedly one of Dublin's best locations for meetings, conferences and events. The hotel is close to transport links from every part of the country, by LUAS, coach, train, DART or by car and the Aircoach stops beside the hotel so delegates flying in to the city have a direct link to Dublin Airport.
Facilities
- Bar
- Restaurant
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The Fleet Street Hotel
Perfectly located in the heart of Temple Bar, in the midst of cool cafes, traditional bars and trendy shops The Fleet Street Hotel offers affordable comfort mixed with modern style. Within a moments walk you will find major attractions such as Trinity College, the famous …
Perfectly located in the heart of Temple Bar, in the midst of cool cafes, traditional bars and trendy shops The Fleet Street Hotel offers affordable comfort mixed with modern style. Within a moments walk you will find major attractions such as Trinity College, the famous Grafton Street, O' Connell Street and The Convention Centre Dublin.
Described as funky, cool and friendly. The Fleet Street has grown into its own, with newly refurbished hotel accommodation that offers a mixture of new elegance rooms, double rooms, twin rooms, family and triple rooms to suit each individual's needs.Facilities
- Bar
- Complimentary WI-FI
- Garden Terrace
- Grouned Coffee at Lobby
- Lounge
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Clontarf Castle Hotel
Celebrate, chill out, or relish in a little of both. The Clontarf Castle Hotel in Dublin, Ireland is a perfect blend of a boutique and luxury hotel, providing unique style and exceptional service in comfortable surroundings. This unique luxury hotel in Dublin is well thought …
Celebrate, chill out, or relish in a little of both. The Clontarf Castle Hotel in Dublin, Ireland is a perfect blend of a boutique and luxury hotel, providing unique style and exceptional service in comfortable surroundings. This unique luxury hotel in Dublin is well thought out from the guests' point of view by providing a modern aesthetic built around an ancient form.
Located just 10 minutes from the heart of Dublin City Centre and 5 miles from Dublin Airport, the Clontarf Castle Hotel in Ireland is an oasis, tucked away in a tranquil setting, surrounded by fabulous golf courses and the sounds of lapping waters from the Irish Sea.Facilities
- Bar
- Free Parking
- Meeting Rooms
- Restaurant
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- Duration
- 5 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,138
Itinerary View Trip Map
Taxi Dublin Airport to Dublin City Hotel
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Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch
Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is a perfectly situated Dublin City hotel with various cultural gems just a stone's throw away. Opposite our hotel sits one thousand year old Christ Church Cathedral which has stunning architecture and a unique heritage. Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is also located close to the Temple Bar Sector of the city, which offers a busy hub of food, drink and entertainment, and houses a plethora of restaurants, bars and cafes including the Hard Rock Cafe. Shopping is an easy 11 minute walk to Grafton Street where there is an extensive selection of high street stores with the beautiful St Stephens Green completing the route.
| Meal Plan | Full Breakfast |
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| Duration | 4 Nights |
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Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch |
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Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch
Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is a perfectly situated Dublin City hotel with various cultural gems just a stone's throw away. Opposite our hotel sits one thousand year old Christ Church Cathedral which has stunning architecture and a unique heritage. Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is also …
Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is a perfectly situated Dublin City hotel with various cultural gems just a stone's throw away. Opposite our hotel sits one thousand year old Christ Church Cathedral which has stunning architecture and a unique heritage. Jurys Inn Dublin Christchurch is also located close to the Temple Bar Sector of the city, which offers a busy hub of food, drink and entertainment, and houses a plethora of restaurants, bars and cafes including the Hard Rock Cafe. Shopping is an easy 11 minute walk to Grafton Street where there is an extensive selection of high street stores with the beautiful St Stephens Green completing the route.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Coffee/Tea Making Facilities
- Conference Facilities
- Hairdryers
- Housekeeping Service
- Internet Access - Wireless
- Laundry Service
- Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Multi-lingual Staff
- TV
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Dublin - Hop On and Off Bus Pass - 1 Day Pass
Our Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour allows you to experience all the history and culture of Dublin in one visit. There are two routes on the tour, the Original route is 1 hour 45 minutes long with 26 stops conveniently located close to Dublin's most popular attractions. You can hop-off at any time to go visit attractions like Dublin Zoo, the Guinness Storehouse or The Book of Kells in Trinity College. Your guide will point out all the most famous landmarks and points of interest along the way, showing you where famous Dubliners like James Joyce, Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett (among others) lived and spent their time.
The second route is through Dublin's Docklands, and takes 45 minutes with 9 stops including The Jeanie Johnston Famine Memorial ship, The Bord Gais Energy Theatre and The National Convention Centre. You can also hop-off at Stop 7 to take a Dublin Bay Cruise. Buses start at 9am daily, and arrive at each stop every 10-15 minutes. You'll enjoy live commentary from our Failte Ireland trained drivers, all native Dubliners who will charm and entertain you.
| Duration | 7 Hours |
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Cork - Blarney Castle and The Queenstown Story
Today is a highly enjoyable trip to Ireland's Southern capital, Cork, visiting the world renowned Blarney Stone and the Queenstown Story at Cobh, on Cork Harbour, famous as the Titanic's last port of call. The day begins with check in Dublin Heuston Station (Customer Service Desk) for the 7:00am departure of intercity train to Cork (breakfast available on board, own account). On arrival in Cork you will be transfer by road to Blarney Castle where you have a chance to kiss the famous stone and thus acquire the gift of eternal eloquence. There will be time for shopping and lunch (own account) in Blarney Village before returning to Cork for a short city tour. There will be a scenic journey alongside Cork Harbour to Cobh where the "Queenstown Story" Heritage Centre is located in the beautifully restored Victorian railway station and transatlantic terminal. This was the embarkation point for generations of Irish emigrants to the new worlds from famine times to recent years. You will then return to Cork for departure on InterCity rail service to Dublin (light meals available on board, own account), then arrive back at Dublin Heuston Station around 8:00pm.
| Duration | 13 Hours |
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Giant's Causeway: Glens of Antrim and Atlantic Coast
Today is a fascinating day out to the famed Antrim Coast with its spectacular seascapes taking in the Giant's Causeway and Dunluce Castle. The day begins with check in at Dublin Connolly Station (Information desk) for the 7:35am departure of Enterprise service. You will arrive in Belfast and join the tour, heading to the famous Antrim Coast Road crossing the lovely Glens of Antrim in route to Ballycastle and the Carrick-a-rede rope bridge. From here you can get a glimpse the Scottish coast on a clear day. There will be a lunch stop at Bushmills Distillery (own expense), where you can avail of tutored whiskey tastings (own expense, unfortunately there is insufficient time for a full tour of the distillery.)
You will then continue to the stunning Giant's Causeway, with the opportunity to see Dunluce Castle (photo stop only). The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland. Resulting from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, this is the focal point of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has attracted visitors for centuries. It harbours a wealth of local and natural history. You will then return to Belfast and board the train to Dublin, arriving back at Connolly station around 8:15pm (snacks available to be purchased on the train)
| Duration | 13 Hours |
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Taxi Dublin City Hotel to Dublin Airport
| Duration | 30 Minutes |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- 4 nights in moderate accommodation
- 1 day hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass
- Shared "Cork, Blarney Castle and The Queenstown Story" tour (max 50 guests)
- Shared Giant's Causeway, Glens of Antrim and Atlantic Coast tour (max 50 guests)
- Breakfast daily (excluding day 1)
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not mentioned
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees if applicable
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
15 Nov 2020
Excursion Suggestions
As there is so much to see and do in many of our City Breaks/Stopover Ideas, you should consider staying longer. Below is a list of suggestions that can be added to your stay.
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Dublin: Belfast Full Day Tour
Take a day trip from Dublin to explore Belfast, the largest city in Northern Ireland and a bridge city between Ireland and the United Kingdom. Tour the city, seeing the …- Duration:
- 12 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Dublin: Connemara Full Day Tour
Experience the magnificent views of Connemara provided by the dramatic landscape of the Twelve Bens and Maumturk mountain ranges on one side and the wild Atlantic Ocean …- Duration:
- 12.5 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Dublin: Cork, Blarney Castle & the Queenstown Story: Full Day Tour
Travel through The Curragh in County Kildare, famous for its history of horse racing, Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the stone to get "the gift of the gab",see Cork City …- Duration:
- 13 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Dublin: Giant's Causeway and Belfast Small Group Tour
Join a small-group tour to the north of Ireland where you’ll explore the country’s history and landscape. Begin the day by exploring the beautiful Giant’s Causeway, wher…- Duration:
- 12 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Dublin: Half Day Small Group City Tour
Join an intimate six-passenger tour of Dublin to explore some of the city’s most famous sites. Discover the history of Ireland’s capital as you visit St. Patrick’s Cathe…- Duration:
- 3 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Dublin: Hop On & Off 2 Day Bus Pass
Enjoy Dublin at your own pace with the 2-day Hop On & Off Bus Pass. With a choice of two sightseeing routes, you can choose from Dublin's many famous and historic attrac…- Duration:
- 7 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Dublin: Viking Splash Tour
Tour Dublin from the comfort of an amphibious vehicle, seeing the city’s highlights by land and sea. Visit the tourist sites, from Trinity College to St. Patrick’s Cathe…- Duration:
- 1.15 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
