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Trinity College Library There will be two group outings during the week. The first one will be to the Trinity College Library to see the famous Book of Kells, a beautifully illuminated version version of the gospels dating from the 9th century. We will have a private tour led by one of the people who restores very old texts and manuscripts at the library. He will show us restoration works in progress and describe their techniques. He will also take us to the Old Library Long Room, and the famous Book of Kells, a wonderfully illuminated version of the gospels dating from the 9th century. |
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Powerscourt Estate and Gardens The second outing will be to the magnificent Powerscourt Estate in Wicklow County, which is Ireland’s most famous house and gardens, and is just south of Dublin. The picture at the top of this page is of the Powerscourt Mansion. We will have class sessions out in the tranquil atmosphere of the gardens, with plenty of free time to roam around and contemplate what was put forth in the sessions.
Entrance Fee: Adults €8.00, Student/OAP €7.00 For lunch, we will picnic in the environs of the Powerscourt Waterfall, which is Ireland's highest at 121m (398ft.) and is surrounded by woods and specimen trees. Entrance Fee: Adults €5.00, Student/OAP €4.50 |
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St. Stephen’s Green Gardens St. Stephen’s Green is the largest city park in the centre of Dublin at the top of Grafton Street. It has maintained its original Victorian layout with formal gardens, colourful herbaceous borders, as well as the waterfall and Pulham rock work on the western side of the green. There is an ornamental lake which provides a home for waterfowl and a garden for the visually impaired, which has scented plants that can withstand handling, and are labeled in Braille. It is a surprising place to find in the centre of a city where you can escape the intensity of the city to enjoy a meandering stroll amongst natural beauty. |
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Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre
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The Guinness Brewery and Storehouse 
The Guinness Storehouse is undoubtedly the most visited site in Dublin. There are seven floors that bring to life the rich Guinness heritage, telling the story from its origins at St. James's Gate in Dublin. The craft of brewing is unfolded, showing all the elements that go into brewing the world famous beer. In addition, there is a long tradition of using Guinness in cooking, for example, the Beef and Guinness Stew, which you can sample in the Brewery Bar, or enjoy a pint of the famous brew in the Gravity Bar at the top of the building while relaxing and enjoying the amazing panoramic 360° views of Dublin city and beyond. The Guinness Storehouse is open 7 days a week from 9.30am - 7pm during July and August Entrance fee is €15, or €13.50 if you buy tickets ahead online. |
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Temple Bar District The Temple Bar is in the neighbourhood of the same name. It is one of the most popular pubs, but there are many others in the area that you can enjoy not only a meal and “a pint,” but often a traditional Irish seisiun, which can be a somewhat formal presentation or a wonderful rather casual impromptu gathering. |
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The Irish Jewish Museum The Jewish Museum is located in the once highly Jewish populated area of Portobello, around the South Circular Road, Dublin 8. The Museum was opened by the Irish born former President of Israel Dr. Chaim Herzog in 1985 during his State visit to Ireland. The museum contains a substantial collection of memorabilia relating to the Irish Jewish communities and their various associations and contributions to present day Ireland. LOCATION: 3 Walworth Road (near Victoria, Lennox & Harrington Streets), South Circular Road, OPENING HOURS: 1 May to 30 September: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday - 11.00 am to 3.30 pm ADMISSION: Free, but donations gratefully accepted. |
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Dublin Castle Originally built in the 13th century on a site previously settled by the Vikings, Dublin Castle functioned as a military fortress, a prison, treasury, courts of law and the seat of English Administration in Ireland for 700 years. Rebuilt over the centuries, Dublin Castle is now used for important State receptions and Presidential Inaugurations. The State Apartments, Undercroft, Chapel Royal, Craft Shop, Heritage Centre and Restaurant are open to visitors. Hours: Mon - Sat: 10.00 - 16.45 Average length of visit is about one hour. Entrance Fee: Adult: €4.50; Students & Senior Citizens: €3.50 |
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The National Art Gallery The National Gallery of Ireland hosts the Irish national collection of Irish and European art. Hours: Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm Entry to the Gallery is free, but there may be a charge for some of the special exhibitions. |
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This is the most prestigious shopping area of Dublin City and is located adjacent to St. Stephen’s Green Gardens at the top of Grafton Street. It encloses all types of stores and various styles of restaurants.
