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Dublin! Are you ready to enjoy the craic? Ready to enjoy a smooth pint at the Guinness Storehouse or explore the historical Dublin Castle? Perhaps take a trip to Dublin Zoo or have a great\u00a0night\u00a0out down the street of the famous Temple Bar. Why not check our our awesome guide to Dublin for some cool suggestions and download the\u00a0Hostelworld app<\/a>\u00a0to help make your stay in stay in Dublin<\/a> a great one. Don\u2019t worry if you are on a budget our handy tips below will help maximize your pennies to make your stay in the Irish capital affordable. For 15 free things to do in Dublin, read on\u2026.<\/p>\n

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1. Stroll through St. Stephen\u2019s Green<\/h2>\n

\"Free<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll find St. Stephen\u2019s Green right at the top of Grafton Street, one of the top shopping stretches in the city. This large Victorian park is free to enter and covers and impressive area of around 9 hectares. On sunny days large numbers of Dubliners flock to the park to relax on the grass, chill out on the benches and feed the ducks who frequent the ornamental pond. A great place for a leisurely stroll, the walkways and gardens provide visitors with an oasis of calm right at the heart of the bustling city.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> Grafton Street, Dublin City Centre.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> Mon-Sat from 7.30am, Sun from 9.30am; closing times vary according to daylight hours.<\/p>\n

2. Visit during one of Dublin\u2019s many festivals<\/h2>\n

Over the years Dublin\u2019s festival calendar has grown immensely, with a different event on every month in the capital city. If you\u2019re planning a visit at the start of the year you can sample some Irish music and culture with the Temple Bar TradFest<\/b> in January. Or if you\u2019re a film buff then plan your visit around the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival<\/b> in February. You could also visit Dublin during its busiest period in March for the St. Patrick\u2019s Festival<\/b> which now runs for a number of days.<\/p>\n

In April you\u2019ll find a Literary Festival<\/b> and the Dublin Bay Prawn Festival<\/b>; May you\u2019ll find a Dance Festival<\/b> as well as a Writers Festival<\/b>. June sees the world renowned Bloomsday Festival<\/b> in the city as well as the Dublin LGBTQ Pride Festival<\/b>. There\u2019s the World Street Performance Championship<\/b> in July, a Ukulely Hooley<\/b> in August and Culture Night<\/b> in September. And as winter sets in you can dine indoors on a budget as Dine in Dublin Restaurant Week<\/b> takes place in October. Get reading in November with the Dublin Book Festival<\/b> and the say goodbye to the year with the ultimate street party for December 31st with the NYE Dublin Festival<\/b>.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> All over the city.<\/p>\n

3. Check out the old school and modern art displayed in Dublin\u2019s national galleries<\/h2>\n

The two top national galleries in Dublin, namely the National Gallery of Irelandbusj and the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA), are both free to visit. At the National Gallery of Ireland the collection includes a wide variety of pieces from the 14th to the 20th centuries including artworks by famous Irish and international artists. Some of the artists whose work is on show here include Jack B. Yeats, Caravaggio, Monet and many more. Over at the IMMA, the 4,500 piece collection is focused on modern art and includes paintings, photography and sculpture.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> National Gallery of Ireland \u2013 Merrion Square West & Clare Street; Irish Museum of Modern Art \u2013 Royal Hospital, Military Road, Kilmainham.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> National Gallery of Ireland \u2013 Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm, Thurs 9.30am-8.30pm, Sun 12noon-5.30pm; Irish Museum of Modern Art \u2013 Tues-Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 12noon-5.30pm, closed Mondays.<\/p>\n

4. Listen to the buskers entertaining passers-by throughout Dublin<\/h2>\n

\"Free<\/p>\n

Dublin is a famous city in the music world having produced greats like U2, Thin Lizzy and the Frames along with a wealth of singer\/songwriters and many, many others. If you want to witness some of Dublin\u2019s musical talent without paying a cent, check out the buskers who set up shop at a number of locations around the city from in and around Temple Bar, to Grafton Street and beyond. From a lone guy with a guitar to elaborate orchestral set-ups, you\u2019ll find it all here. Who knows, you might even hear the next big thing first!<\/p>\n

5. Visit Dublin\u2019s free National Museums<\/h2>\n

Ireland\u2019s rich history and culture are chronicled at a number of national museums located around Dublin. There\u2019s the \u2018National Museum of Ireland \u2013 Archaeology\u2019 where you\u2019ll be able to see artefacts dating back to prehistoric Ireland including stunning gold pieces and plenty more. The Decorative Arts & History branch is really easy to get to as it is right beside the Museum stop on the Red Line of the LUAS. It\u2019s definitely worth a visit as the collection includes clothing, furniture and coins, alongside a number of displays covering The Easter Rising. Recently reopened after extensive renovations, the Natural History museum features an extensive collection of animals from both Ireland and abroad including mammals, birds and plenty more.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> Archaeology \u2013 Kildare Street; Decorative Arts & History \u2013 Collins Barracks, Benburb Street; Natural History \u2013 Merrion Street.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> All branches share same opening hours \u2013 Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 2pm-5pm, closed Mondays.<\/p>\n

6. Check out Trinity College<\/h2>\n

\"Free<\/p>\n

While you do have to pay to visit the famous Book of Kells in Trinity College\u2019s Old Library, it won\u2019t cost you a cent to wander around the college itself and check out the cobbled quadrangles, old buildings and lively atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> College Green.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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7. Pay a visit to the Science Gallery<\/h2>\n

Dublin\u2019s Science Gallery hosts a plethora of exhibitions which change on a regular basis. Along with these exhibits, this gallery also hosts a number of talks, workshops and other events.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> The Naughton Institute, Pearse Street.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> Tues-Fri 12noon-8pm & Sat-Sun 12noon-6pm, closed Mondays.<\/p>\n

8. Wander through the Chester Beatty Library<\/h2>\n

Located in the gardens of Dublin Castle, the Chester Beatty Library is completely free to visit. Not only is it one of Ireland\u2019s top museum but it also boasts one of the best collections in Europe. As you stroll through the Chester Beatty you\u2019ll come across artefacts from a large selection of cultures around the world. Some of the items on display include Egyptian papyrus, medieval manuscripts, copies of the Qur\u2019an and much, much more.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> Palace Street, off Dame Street.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> May-Sept Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm; Oct-Apr Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm.<\/p>\n

9. Spend some time in Phoenix Park<\/h2>\n

\"Free<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of Dublin City Centre what better place to visit than Phoenix Park, which is one of the largest city centre parks in the world. Covering almost 710 hectares, this park is home to large green areas, impressive monuments, numerous colourful flower beds and benches aplenty making it a great spot for a stroll or a relaxing sit. The park is also home to one of the city\u2019s top attractions, namely Dublin Zoo which you do have to pay to visit. Checking out the park itself is completely free of charge.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> Main entrances at Parkgate Street & Castleknock Gate.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> Main gates are open 24 hours.<\/p>\n

10. Get a taste of Georgian Dublin at Merrion Square<\/h2>\n

Merrion Square is the largest Georgian Square in Dublin. Lining this square you\u2019ll find some great examples of Georgian architecture in the form of redbrick townhouses. Take a stroll around the pretty park area at the centre of the square and you\u2019ll come across a number of statues including one of a reclining Oscar Wilde who was a resident on Merrion Square back in the late 1800s.<\/p>\n

11. Check out Dublin Castle<\/h2>\n

\"Free<\/p>\n

While it does cost money to visit the interior of Dublin Castle, you can check out the building\u2019s impressive exterior completely free of charge. The Castle, which began its life back in the 13th century, acted as the seat of the English administration in Ireland for around 700 years. Today it is used for State functions and it\u2019s also where the President of Ireland is usually inaugurated.Location:<\/b> Palace Street, off Dame Street.<\/p>\n

12. Go for a wander along O\u2019Connell Street<\/h2>\n

O\u2019Connell Street is the main street in Dublin and is the city\u2019s main thoroughfare. It\u2019s one of the widest streets in Europe and no visit to the Irish capital is complete without a stroll along this tree-lined street. Along the way you\u2019ll see the towering Spire plus numerous statues dedicated to important figures in Irish history, but perhaps the most important site on the street is the GPO. Dublin\u2019s main post office, the GPO was the headquarters of the Irish provisional government during the 1916 Easter Rising. If you look closely, you\u2019ll still be able to see the bullet holes which remain in the building, a reminder of Ireland\u2019s fight for freedom.<\/p>\n

13. Take a free walking tour<\/h2>\n

Sandeman\u2019s New Dublin Walking Tours offer free walking tours around Dublin taking in some of the city\u2019s main sights. Lasting around three hours, visitors get a good look at a large number of
\nDublin\u2019s top sights on this free tour including Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral, Temple Bar and plenty more.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> Tours meet beside City Hall on Dame Street.
\nOpening hours:<\/b> Tours depart daily at 11am & 1pm..<\/p>\n

14. Listen to some free live music in Whelan\u2019s<\/h2>\n

Whelan\u2019s is one of the top live music venues in Dublin and is also one of the city\u2019s most popular pubs, attracting huge numbers of drinkers and music fans each and every week. For those visiting Dublin on a budget, never fear as Whelan\u2019s offer a regular selection of free live music events alongside their ticketed offerings. Look out for the Midnight Hour for free entry before 10.30pm and some of the best in up and coming local talent. A number of acoustic sessions, DJ sets and more can also be enjoyed free of charge.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> 25 Wexford Street.<\/p>\n

15. Scope out Bono\u2019s digs on a walk from Dalkey to Killiney<\/h2>\n

\"Free<\/p>\n

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If you want to go celeb spotting while in Dublin you might want to talk a walk from Killiney to Dalkey, two of south Dublin\u2019s top suburbs. In Killiney you\u2019ll be able to see the house belonging to Bono of U2 fame. Once you\u2019ve had a look, make sure to hang around Killiney for a while and check out the beautiful beach, while in nearby Dalkey you\u2019ll be able to visit Dalkey Castle, eat at a number of funky restaurants and plenty more.<\/p>\n

Location:<\/b> Both Killiney and Dalkey can be reached on the southside DART line.<\/p>\n

Can’t wait to begin your Dublin adventure with Hostelworld? Book your hostels in Dublin<\/a> now and don’t forget to download our awesome app on Android<\/a> and iOS<\/a> to help make your travels easy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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