Dublin is a great place to date. Not only are our residents friendly and adventurous, the city has so many date ideas, ranging from a traditional dinner & drinks to the more unusual outings to tell your grandkids about. If you’re seeing someone new and want to impress, or maybe you’re celebrating a weekend trip to Dublin with the one you love, here are our best Dublin date ideas as inspiration. Best of all, our date ideas are within walking distance of PREMIER SUITES aparthotel in Dublin’s picturesque Ballsbridge.
Dinner & Drinks
We’ll start with an old classic and one that never fails to impress – depending on where you go to eat! The prime location of PREMIER SUITES aparthotel in Dublin’s affluent Ballsbridge means we are surrounded by fantastic dining options and a stone’s throw from the city for the best bars, clubs and pubs. We have put together a list of the best local restaurants and bars a short distance from our suites for a dinner date that is sure to impress. Afterwards, head to The Bridge 1859 for a nightcap or get a bottle of wine to take away and enjoy it together in the comfort of your suite.
Take a Walk
Ballsbridge is a gorgeous area for a stroll. From Herbert park to the Royal Canal you can admire the gorgeous Georgian building and greenery that surrounds us. Wider Dublin has many romantic walks that are ideal for a date to get to know each other better. You could head to the Poolbeg Lighthouse to take some pictures of the iconic white and red chimneys, enjoy the coastal views on the Brey to Greystones cliff walk or take the Dart to Dun Laoghaire to enjoy a stroll down the pier with a delicious ice cream from Scrumdiddlys. If you’re feeling extra romantic, impress your date with a picnic al fresco.
Tour Bus
Whether you live in the big smoke or are a weekend visitor, everyone should take a Dublin Tour bus. You are guaranteed to learn something you didn’t know about the city, its history or the great revolutionaries who made us who we are today. If you’ve seen enough of the city on a conventional tour bus you could see it from a whole new angle on the Viking Splash Tour, which goes into depth (and into the water!) concentrating on Irelands famous Viking invasion. For a spooky date idea, and a good excuse to hold each other a little tighter, hop on the Dublin Ghost Bus and learn about the creepy history of the city.
Dublin Zoo
For something a little more alternative, spend the day together enjoying Dublin Zoo. Based in the Phoenix Park (which is worth a visit on its own), Dublin Zoo is a fantastic day out for couples. The zoo has been open since the 1830s and is one of the country’s most popular attractions for good reason. It is home to over 400 animals ranging from savannah beasts to the most exotic birds and rare reptiles you can imagine. They play a huge role in conservation, study and education of the animal kingdom and encourage all visitors to learn and explore for themselves. You can spend a romantic afternoon of discovery and wonder in this fascinating place.
Catch a Show Together
The best thing about being a capital city is the variety of shows and events that take place in Dublin every day. Whether you’d prefer a stadium tour to see the biggest chart-topper or a more intimate venue for a lesser known artist, Dublin has it all. There are conventions ranging from IT to Comics, seminars and talks on some of the most unusual topics and our home-grown theatre is second to none. While you’re in Dublin with the one you love, check out Dublin’s packed events schedule and catch a show together. The RDS, one of the largest and most popular events venues in the city is a stone’s throw from our serviced apartments in Ballsbridge, Dublin.
If you’re looking for a weekend home or a long stay corporate apartment in Dublin, PREMIER SUITES is ideal for you. Our prestigious locations in the affluent Ballsbridge area of Dublin is ideal for business, leisure or family travel with rates and facilities that a standard hotel cannot match. Contact our friendly tea, or book your stay on our official website today, for our guaranteed best rates.
