Destination Guide: Dublin
- Apr 1
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 2
Historic Cities, Coastal Golf & Classic Irish Culture
For many visitors, Dublin serves as the starting or finishing point for golf trips to Ireland. The capital city offers an ideal blend of historic landmarks, vibrant nightlife and easy access to some of the country’s finest coastal golf courses.
Just beyond the city lies a stretch of coastline home to outstanding links courses, including Portmarnock Golf Club, The Island Golf Club, and Royal Dublin Golf Club.
Between rounds, travellers can enjoy historic landmarks, green spaces, and the lively cultural scene that makes Dublin one of Europe’s most enjoyable cities.
Sightseeing: Trinity College & The Book of Kells
Founded in 1592, Trinity College sits in the heart of Dublin and is home to one of Ireland’s greatest treasures, the Book of Kells. This beautifully illuminated medieval manuscript is displayed in the Old Library, whose long hall of ancient books is one of the most photographed rooms in the World.
Travel Tip: Take a moment to explore the surrounding Trinity College campus.
Sightseeing: Phoenix Park
Dublin’s Phoenix Park is one of the largest enclosed city parks in Europe, offering a peaceful retreat from the city and an unexpected dose of Irish nature within Dublin.
Visitors can explore walking and cycling paths, spot the resident herd of wild deer, visit Dublin Zoo, or explore historic sites such as Áras an Uachtaráin, the residence of the President of Ireland. The park provides a relaxing interlude for golfers before or after a round of golf.
Travel Tip: Bring some carrots for the deer, who are surprisingly friendly!
Sightseeing: Guinness Storehouse
No visit to Dublin feels complete without a stop at the Guinness Storehouse.
The interactive experience tells the story of Ireland’s most famous stout before culminating at the Gravity Bar, where visitors enjoy a pint (non-alcoholic options) with panoramic views across the city.
Travel Tip: Book your visit online to skip the queues. Plan your tour so you can time your Gravity Bar stop for sunset.
Welcome to the Home of Guinness | Guinness Storehouse
Irish Whiskey Experiences
Dublin has enjoyed a major revival in whiskey heritage over the past decade. The city’s distilleries below offer immersive tours and tastings:
• Teeling Whiskey Distillery Teeling Whiskey – Small Batch, Big Flavour
• Jameson Distillery Bow St Jameson Distillery, Dublin - Distillery Tours and Tastings
• Roe & Co Distillery Dublin’s Newest Whiskey Tour | Roe and Co Distillery
Many travellers combine these experiences with dinner or an evening out, creating a full taste of Dublin’s food and drink culture.
Travel Tip: Booking distillery tours in advance is recommended during peak summer months.
Local Food & Dining & music
Temple Bar is Dublin’s famous cultural quarter. While lively (and sometimes busy), it’s still one of the best places to enjoy live music, an Irish whiskey or a Guinness whilst soaking up the atmosphere and trad music within a classic Dublin pub. Check out the famed Temple Bar Pub: The Temple Bar Pub
For those looking to explore beyond the traditional, nearby streets like South William Street and St. Stephen’s Green area offer a mix of stylish restaurants, cocktail bars, and contemporary gastro-pubs. Highlights include:
• Chapter One – Two Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant with Irish charm
• Fire Steakhouse – an award-winning steakhouse located at the Mansion House, home to Dublin’s Lord Mayor • The Stapleton – A trendy bar and stylish late-night destination for cocktails and beer • Urban Brewing Co. – Contemporary microbrewery with tasting flights and local beers
Travel tip: Ask locals for their favourite spots or check out local lifestyle websites such as Lovin Dublin to find the newest hotspots
Local Tip from Our Team:
Spend at least one full evening in Dublin at the end of your trip. After several days along the coast, the city’s buzz makes a perfect finale to an Irish golf adventure.
