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Spanning two Centuries: When Lord Powerscourt built his impressive Dublin residence in 1774, he would not have imagined that two centuries later his elegant home would be restored to such a unique shopping centre. The grade A, listed building is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture open to the public. With its historical past, the Centre's architecture serve as a magnificent setting for browser's and shoppers alike....

The main entrance to the park is on Parkgate Street in Dublin 7. The Phoenix Park is made up of extensive lawns, tree-lined pathways, nature trails, lakes as well as ornamental gardens. Admission to the park is free and you'll also get the chance to see a deer or two as it's home to a herd of wild deer.
Attractions within the park include Dublin Zoo, the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre, the Wellington Monument, the Papal Cross, which was erected in memory of Pope John Paul II's visit in 19...

Shopping in Dublin is a delightful experience and offers the visitor a magical combination of quality and value. The compact nature of the city centre puts everything within easy reach. There is no need to rush; take time to browse through the many elegant streets and shops. Many of the principal shopping areas are now pedestrianised, making it a pleasure to ramble.

Experience the wonderful atmosphere of fashionable Grafton Street, which runs from St Stephen's Green to Trinity Coll...

The College of Surgeons has 8 meeting rooms with the largest having a capacity of 400....

The portico of the General Post Office (GPO), built by Francis Johnston in 1815-1818, dominates the profile of O’Connell Street. The three stone figures by Edward Smyth above the pediment represent Mercury, Hibernia and Fidelity.
This was the main stronghold of the Irish Volunteers in 1916 Easter Rising. During the battle the building was set alight and was then abandoned after the surrender by the rebellion leaders, who were then executed in Kilmainham Gaol. The bullet marks from this...

The church was founded by the Anglo-Normans and dedicated to the Norman saint, St Audoen o Rouen. It was one of a group of Guild Chapels, and one of the leading churches in Dublin in its day. Public announcements, such as the Pronouncements of Papal Bulls, were made here, and public penances performed.

The west doorway probably dates to around 1200, but the lower portion of the tower above it is largely 17th century in date. The present church consists only of the nave of the orig...

You have the opportunity to travel through time at Dublin's Viking Adventure, an exciting, live and interactive experience of life in Viking Dublin. The Norse guide takes you on a fascinating journey through a Dublin of long ago. Walk the narrow streets of the Viking Town of 'Dublin' where you can chat to the locals, observe their daily work and even experience the sounds and smells of the city, imaginatively and accurately recreated and brought to life.
Located close to Wood Quay, the...

Welcome to the Gaiety, the perfect city centre venue for the perfect Dublin night out. The Gaiety theatre offers an ecelctic mix of musical enterainment....

Andrews Lane host contemporary works, is renowned for putting on modern and sometimes experimental works.

Retractable seating making for varying stage sizes; the seating is comfortable and every one in the house has a view of the stage.