While staying in Dublin city centre you will find yourself immersed in our historical city. With the Premier Suites Plus Dublin Leeson Street located in the centre of georgian Dublin you are just a 5 minute walk from Grafton street and some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, museums and shops. Dublin city was voted the friendliest city in Europe by Trip Advisor, not once but twice! You won’t want to miss out on the opportunity to explore when you are in town. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, be sure to take advantage of your visit to Dublin and all of its history and charm!
1. St Stephens Green
Right next door to Premier Suites Plus, you will find St. Stephen’s green. This park is an important public resource in the Dublin area as it provides an oasis of green and calm in the middle of the busy city. It has four centuries of Irish history to share and a large number of important sculptural monuments. Known for its peace and tranquility among the chaos of the city, St. Stephen’s green is home to many pedestrians strolling through its beautiful city, flower gardens and fountains, as well as ponds, ducks and playgrounds.
2. Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness storehouse is one of the top attractions in the city. Book a tour to find out exactly what goes into making Guinness one of the world’s best beer and how it all began with one man, Arthur Guinness . Hear his story and learn of why, over two hundred years later, we’re still honouring his legacy and drinking his beer! Why not learn how to pour a pint of the black stuff! For more information visit their website.
3. Dublin Castle
Dublin Castle has played a part in Ireland’s history since the 1930s when a fortress was built on the land by Vikings. Although parts of the castle have been destroyed and rebuilt through the ages, the oldest remaining structure, the Record Tower, dates back to the 13th century. Today, the castle spans over an area of 44,000 square meters (11 acres). It contains two wonderful history museums, two cafés, an international conference centre, two gardens, the government buildings and the state apartments which are the most important state rooms in the country. When visiting Dublin City, this is a must see.
4. Grafton Street
If you decide you’d like to spend a lovely day walking through the city and would like to get a feel of the local Dublin life, head to Grafton Street. This pedestrian street — which runs from Trinity college past st. Stephen’s Green is also known for its atmosphere. As you walk along, keep your eyes open for mesmerizing street performers and musicians to entertain you in exchange for a euro or two, there’s bound to be a dozen or so at a time offering live entertainment throughout the day and night. You will also fine some of Dublin’s finest restaurants and pubs scattered along the way.
5. St. Patrick’s Cathedral
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Dublin and the National Cathedral of the Church of Ireland. It is build on the site where St. Patrick is said to have baptized many people 600 years earlier. The cathedral was built between 1220 and 1259 and had major restorations in the 1860s. Today, as one of the most renowned churches in the world, it hosts approximately 500,000 visitors annually. When in Dublin City, make sure to come by and admire is vaulted ceilings and intricate details that make up its Gothic Design.
Whilst staying at PREMIER SUITES PLUS Dublin Leeson street you are in the prime location to explore this great city. Why not plan your trip at Visit Dublin to make the most of your time here?
