Top Things to do in Ireland
Top 10 Government Buildings in Ireland, Ireland
Woven with wild greenery and Gaelic legends, the Emerald Isle is one of Europe’s most prized jewels. Rugged Atlantic beaches and mystery-shrouded sites rub shoulders with the cosmopolitan cities of Belfast and Dublin, where literary history and warm Irish hospitality are always in abundance.
Restaurants in Ireland
1. The Workhouse Bawnboy Ballyconnel
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Leinster House
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4.5 based on 86 reviews
Built in 1745, this beautiful building inspired the making of the White House and now serves as the Irish Parliament.
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
Very impressive building standing prominently in Kildare Street in the Centre of Dublin City. Recommended!
3. Dail Eireann
4. Farmleigh House and Estate
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4.5 based on 290 reviews
A former historic home of the Guinness family, Farmleigh House now provides premiere accommodation for visiting dignitaries and guests of the nation.
Reviewed By SueJ264 - Dublin, Ireland
Farmleigh is a beautiful place to take a walk around. It is the perfect setting for special occasions such as India Day and is the place where visiting dignitaries stay while in Ireland. However, the highlight for me is the Boathouse Cafe!! Good coffee, great brunch - the perfect finale to a long walk through the Park!
5. An Post General Post Office
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By johnmN5785EK - Lyon, France
Postage stamps can be hard to find in Dublin, and usually one is directed to the General Post-office (GPO) in the centre of O'Connell Street, where stamps can be bought directly over the counter during business hours, including Saturdays, and also through a stamp vending machine in the wall on the left, outside the GPO. Viewed from the outside this is a truly landmark historic building, featuring a wide portico supported by six huge columns, built in the neoclassical style; the GPO was completed in the short space of three years, in 1817. This is also where, on Easter Monday, April 24, 1916, the rebel leader, Padraig Pearse, read the Proclamation of the Irish Republic, on the steps of the GPO, which was occupied by the rebellion leaders at the time. We visited on a Saturday, when the normally heaving PO was less busy. On entering there was the option of going left to the package delivery section, and to the more ornate right side for stamps, and money orders etc. We had a small enquiry about mail pick-up and respectfully posed the simple question to the gentleman behind the counter on the left; well, the words “passive aggressive” were designed for this individual – just glad there was a wire mesh between us. However, we did purchase some just released pretty stamps, commemorating famous Irish Women and also a set that celebrates Love – a heady mix. Some light relief came from a very well-informed tour guide giving a history of the GPO and the Irish-English conflict back in the early 1900s, suffice to say Mr Churchill was not one of his heroes. Also, there was the charming scene of a mother showing her kids the statue of Cuchullain, the mythical Irish demigod, in the window. This impressive bronze monument depicts the death this Irish legend, installed in 2016, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising. Next time we plan to visit the the Witness History visitor centre and museum, also opened to commemorate the 1916 Rising. Overall a beautiful fully operational post office in a historic setting and a fitting memorial to the 1916 leaders.
6. Dun Laoghaire Old Town Hall
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
Almost feels like some form of Spanish architecture. Fabulous condition and nice to photo. At the end of Marine Road and opposite the Dart station.
7. The Custom House
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4.0 based on 158 reviews
The Custom House, which has been a Dublin landmark for over two hundred years, was the architectural masterpiece of James Gandon. It was completed in 1791 after a ten-year construction period. This exhibition outlines the history of the Custom House. It describes events in the building during Easter Week 1916 and considers the history of the Custom House and its occupants from then until 1921, when the building was completely destroyed by fire during the War of Independence. The Visitor Centre itself is an example of some of the finest neo-classical architecture in Europe & ensures that this wonderful space is accessible by all. The Custom House makes up one of the many visitor centres and cultural attractions in Dublin's Docklands. Located nearby is EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, a digital museum that chronicles the amazing story of Irish emigration in 20 breath-taking interactive galleries, the Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship and Famine Story, and the Science Gallery.
Reviewed By PDM-Dublin-Ireland - Dublin, Ireland
The Custom House, on the river Liffey, is Gandon and Dublin's great architectural masterpiece, but is remains a largely unknown gem in the capital. In continual use for over 220 years, it has been an important witness to Irish history, from the beginings of the capital's global trade, to the Famine, to the Easter Rising. But it is the building itself, seen, perticularly, through the Visitors Centre, that is the real star of the show. It gives you some inkling of the genius that was Gandon. It is simply a beautiful space to be in AND its free to enjoy.
8. Dublin Castle
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4.0 based on 5,098 reviews
Dublin Castle was for 700 years the seat of British power in Ireland. Today you can still view the remains of the 13th century structure as part of the guided tour. The present Dublin Castle dates from the mid 1700's and today is used by the Irish Governemnt for state events such as the inauguration of the Irish President and state banquets for visiting dignatories. Amongst the highlights are the Ladies Drawing Room, the Throne Room and St. Patricks Hall.
Reviewed By cdnfamilytraveller - Toronto, Canada
We first came on a Historical Walking Tours (excellent!) but didn’t go in. We came back to take the tour. The guided tour was excellent and unlike the self guided tour takes you down to the Viking and Norman ruins which are fascinating. The chapel and the state apartments are really interesting to see. It’s a very good tour.
9. Four Courts
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4.0 based on 85 reviews
This historic building is home to Ireland's legal court system. The building was designed by Thomas Cooley and James Gandon and completed in 1796. It was almost completely destroyed during the Civil War in 1922 and reopened in 1931. You are welcome to visit the building to observe the courts in action during the legal terms. You can tour the building using a self guiding booklet available at the Information Desk off the Round Hall, inside the main entrance on Inns Quay. There is a permanent exhibition on the first floor and two coffee shops serving refreshments. You can complement your visit to this 18th century building by taking the LUAS to the Criminal Courts of Justice, a 21st century building, located near the main entrance to the Phoenix Park.
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
Pity it’s under reconstruction but a very nice building none the less. Very commanding structure on the banks of the River Liffey.
10. Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse
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4.0 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By JAJAYtravellers - Bathurst, Australia
It was delight to see so many of the old buildings in this city, the history is amazing and they have been well maintained for the age of them.
