Discover Dublin’s 200 best Spring spots for your trip

Phoenix Park

★ 4.7 · 42,412 reviews

Spot wild deer and explore a vast green park at the edge of Dublin. Rent a bike to see more of it in a single afternoon.

Malahide Castle & Gardens

★ 4.6 · 17,769 reviews

Explore Malahide Castle & Gardens, a medieval fortress on a sprawling demesne. Tour the castle's antiques and paintings, then walk the gardens and the fairy trail.

National Botanic Gardens

★ 4.8 · 18,914 reviews

Wander among glasshouses, an arboretum and formal gardens just north of Dublin's centre. A free, peaceful outing for families and garden lovers.

Chapter One Restaurant

★ 4.8 · 1,176 reviews

Discover Chapter One, Dublin's elegant fine-dining address near Rotunda. Work through a refined multi-course menu of carefully plated dishes with attentive, friendly service.

Mamó Restaurant

★ 4.8 · 494 reviews

Eat fresh fish at a Michelin-recommended restaurant in the harbour town of Howth. Pair your meal with a seaside walk along the pier afterwards.

National Gallery of Ireland

★ 4.7 · 18,806 reviews

Walk into the National Gallery of Ireland and move through centuries of European and Irish painting. Look for Impressionist works by Monet and Renoir, and enjoy the grand gallery rooms without paying an entrance fee.

Guinness Storehouse

★ 4.4 · 27,012 reviews

Head to the Guinness Storehouse in The Liberties for a deep dive into Ireland's famous beer. Follow the brewing story through interactive displays, then finish with a tasting and a drink at the rooftop bar.

Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud

★ 4.6 · 711 reviews

Plan a special meal at Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, Dublin's formal French dining address in a townhouse setting. Work through carefully presented courses with polished service over a long, unhurried lunch or dinner.

Happy Out

★ 4.5 · 1,087 reviews

Grab a coffee and a toastie at a well-loved Clontarf café. Walk along the seafront afterwards and enjoy the sea air.

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

★ 4.7 · 11,835 reviews

Treat yourself to a night at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Libeskind's striking Docklands venue. Settle into a comfortable seat for a touring ballet, opera, musical or orchestral concert with excellent sightlines and acoustics.

National Concert Hall

★ 4.7 · 5,450 reviews

Settle into the National Concert Hall, Dublin's home of classical music near St Stephen's Green. Take your seat in the elegant auditorium for an orchestral concert, opera or jazz evening, with the foyer bar for the interval.

Iveagh Gardens

★ 4.7 · 4,817 reviews

Find Iveagh Gardens, a quiet 19th-century garden tucked away behind Harcourt Street. Wander past fountains, admire the rose garden, and enjoy the calm of this overlooked city-centre retreat.

Container Coffee

★ 4.6 · 737 reviews

Stop for coffee at a quirky container-style café in Dublin. Order a cup and enjoy the relaxed local atmosphere.

The Gaiety Theatre

★ 4.6 · 5,871 reviews

Step inside the Gaiety Theatre, a Victorian showpiece in the heart of Dublin. Take your seat in the ornate auditorium for a musical, opera or Irish dance production, with the stage close enough to feel part of the show.

Dublin Zoo

★ 4.6 · 29,995 reviews

Spend a day at Dublin Zoo, Ireland's largest. Wander through the African Plains, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests, watching animals roam spacious habitats, with plenty of stops for food and rest along the way.

Kilmainham Gaol

★ 4.7 · 3,382 reviews

Tour Kilmainham Gaol, the historic prison tied to Ireland's revolutionary past. Follow a knowledgeable guide through its cells and corridors, hearing the stories of the political prisoners held here.

Saint Stephen's Green

Take a break from the city in Dublin's best-known Victorian park. Stroll among flowerbeds and shaded paths just steps from the shops.

Brother Hubbard (North)

★ 4.3 · 4,172 reviews

Head to Brother Hubbard on Capel Street for brunch in a large, leafy room full of soft light. Order the eggs menemen or The Full Hubbard and finish with something from the home baking.

Howth

Escape to Howth, a fishing village on a headland jutting into Dublin Bay. Walk the harbour front, then follow the clifftop trails for wide views over the water and across to Ireland's Eye.

The Tram Café

★ 4.4 · 1,078 reviews

Step aboard The Tram Café, a converted tramcar beside the park in North City. Pair a fresh pastry or sandwich with a good coffee, then take your seat looking out over the greenery.

Cloud Picker Cafe - Pearse Street

★ 4.7 · 415 reviews

Pause at Cloud Picker Cafe on Pearse Street for coffee made from ethically sourced beans. Pick an espresso, filter or cold brew, and add a pastry or a peanut and banana bite.

Clement & Pekoe

★ 4.3 · 1,087 reviews

Step into Clement & Pekoe, a characterful Dublin cafe where coffee and tea get equal attention. Chat with the staff about the tea list, then pair your choice with a pastry or baked treat.

Grindstone Speciality Coffee | Dundrum

★ 4.6 · 254 reviews

Have a carefully made specialty coffee in Dundrum. Pop in for a quick cup before exploring south Dublin.

Indigo & Cloth

★ 4.7 · 228 reviews

Combine a browse through a contemporary menswear boutique with a very good cup of coffee. Sit in the modern café at the back.

Books Upstairs

★ 4.7 · 1,173 reviews

Climb to the tearoom at Books Upstairs, an independent Dublin bookshop with a peaceful, cosy atmosphere. Browse the shelves, then relax over a flat white and a slice of carrot cake.

Brindle Coffee & Wine

★ 4.7 · 377 reviews

Drop into Brindle Coffee & Wine, a friendly local hangout in Portobello. Order a flat white with a wrap or granola yogurt pot, then take it to the quiet back room.

Cloud Cafe

★ 4.6 · 807 reviews

Join the locals at Cloud Cafe in North Strand, close to the Royal Canal. Order brunch such as Turkish eggs or pancakes alongside a coffee made with Cloud Picker beans.

Shoe Lane Coffee (Tara Street)

★ 4.7 · 1,280 reviews

Begin your day at a cosy coffee shop by Tara Street. Order a quality coffee and head off to explore.

TEN10 Acai & Coffee Santry

★ 4.5 · 287 reviews

Pause at TEN10 Acai & Coffee in Santry for a lighter kind of café stop. Order an açaí bowl with fresh toppings and an iced chai or caramel latte, then enjoy a quick bite in about 25 minutes.

Vice Coffee Inc

★ 4.7 · 747 reviews

Order an Irish coffee at Vice Coffee Inc, a relaxed hangout inside Wigwam in North City. Watch it being prepared, taste one of the three variations, and add a brownie or toastie on the side.