Key Features
- Tour by air or coach
- Wealth of attractions
Subject Related Excursions
LITERATURE
- Shaw's Birthplace (Victorian house where George Bernard Shaw lived)
- Dublin Writer's Museum (History & stories of Dublin's literary celebrities)
- James Joyce Centre (Life & works of James Joyce)
ART & ARCHITECTURE
- Hugh Lane Gallery of Modern Art (Ireland's foremost collections of modern & contemporary art)
- National Gallery of Ireland (National collection of Irish art & European master paintings)
- St Patrick's Cathedral (An architectural landmark - Ireland's largest church)
- Christ Church Cathedral (Dublin's oldest building, dating from the 11th century)
- Trinity College and Book of Kells (Oldest university in Ireland - Book of Kells is stored in the Library)
SPORT & LEISURE
- Phoenix Park (The largest enclosed park in Europe)
- Dublin Zoo (Houses over 700 animals & tropical birds)
- National Wax Museum (Exhibition mainly concerns the historical & cultural development of Ireland)
- Old Jameson Distillery (Guided tours through the story of Jameson whiskey)
- Guinness Hop Store (Home of the story of Guinness & 250 years of its history)
HISTORY
- Dublin Castle (Castle at the centre of Ireland's history)
- Kilmainham Gaol (One of the largest unoccupied gaols)
- National Museum of Ireland (A cultural institution emphasising Ireland's art, culture & natural history)
- Bank of Ireland (The original Irish Parliament & one of the historical landmarks of Dublin)
- Dublin's Viking Adventure (Interactive experience of life in Viking Dublin)
- Dublinia (Museum covering the early history of Dublin in medieval & Viking times)
- Wellington Memorial (Duke of Wellington memorial located in Phoenix Park)
SHOPPING
- Temple Bar
- Grafton Street
- St. Stephen's Green Shopping Centre
Dublin Ireland
Ireland's capital city offers a wealth of attractions. Steeped in history, Dublin has numerous museums and art galleries and
an important literary heritage. From the excitement of the multi-media Viking Adventure to the aromatic Guinness Hop Store, your stay in Dublin will surprise you.
Sample Itinerary - IRELAND
4 days by COACH to Dublin
Day 1
Depart school by touring coach for Holyhead/Dun Laoghaire ferry crossing. Continue to your hotel for evening meal (first meal).
Travelling time Dun Laoghaire to hotel: 45 minutes.
Days 2-3
We will arrange a programme of visits for you with free use of
coach subject to driver's hours regulations.
Day 4
After breakfast (last meal) travel to Dun Laoghaire for return crossing to Holyhead and on to school.
4 days by AIR to Dublin
Day 1
Fly from London to Dublin (flight time 1 hour). Transfer to your hotel for evening meal (first meal). Transfer time: 30 minutes approx.
Days 2-3
At leisure in your resort with choice of excursion programme. Coach not included but full details with prices will be sent at time of enquiry.
Day 4
Transfer from your hotel to Dublin airport for return flight to London.
Extra Days
Make the most of your visit by adding an extra day. Price available on
request.
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Accommodation
We can offer accommodation in several selected hotels in Dublin to suit any budget.
Please enquire for details.
Programme of Visits
Pre-booking - We will book places of interest in advance.
Entrance fees - Are not included in our price.
Subject specific visits - We can provide a tailor-made itinerary to suit your requirements.
Meals Provided
Half board.
For bookings & enquiries call
01273 648 248 or email
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