See the city from a different perspective a get some exercise in at the same time. Paddle through the gentle waters of the river Liffey and learn about the unique history of Ireland’s capital. Start your journey at the Jeanie Johnson and make your way down the river where you will paddle under the famous Ha’penny bridge and take in the sights that Dublin has to offer. You might get a little wet so make sure to bring something dry to change into. For an even more unique experience, book Music Under the Bridges, where not only will you kayak but also enjoy live performances by some musicians under the bridges along the way.
Have a pint in Dublin’s smallest pub. The Dawson Lounge was built in the 1850’s and is famous for its compact size with a maximum capacity of 30 people........cosy! This tiny bar has plenty of character, with winding stairs down to a dimly lit basement, and only a handful of seats! You might not stay for a very long time, but it will be an experience to remember! The Dawson Lounge is also famous for serving one of the best pints of Guinness in the city, so you might just have to do a taste test when you visit!
The Museum of Literature Ireland, located within UCD Naughton House at St Stephen's Green - is a cultural landmark, home to many of Ireland’s literary treasures, and a former home to the university’s most famous alumnus - James Joyce. The name MoLI is an homage to Molly Bloom a principal character in Ulysses, and the museum celebrates Joyce’s work, displaying handwritten notebooks and even a first edition of Ulysses, donated by the National Library of Ireland. Immersive multimedia exhibitions tell the story of Irish literature, and the programme includes contemporary and international writers, performances, readings, talks and workshops.
Enjoy a cinema experience like no other at the Lighthouse Cinema. A cultural space located in Smithfield; the Lighthouse cinema offers something different from your regular cinema. With a unique programme of indie films, cult classics, foreign language, animated and some feature films, you will definitely find something good to watch and wile away a few hours. With a café on the ground floor and bar on the floor below, you can enjoy a coffee, tasty treats or even a glass of wine as you enjoy your film of choice. Smithfield is a twenty walk from the hotel, but a neighbourhood we recommend checking out if going to the Lighthouse cinema.
