Day Trips from Dublin by Car
Dublin is a dynamic centre of business, social activity and cultural heritage. Considered to be the fastest growing economy in Europe, the capital of Ireland, Dublin is the harmonium of various activities. Flanked by the River Liffey, the city offers great tourist hot-spots for all enthusiasts. And the best way to tour the city is by Dublin car hire as it ensures that you can be at your choice of destination for as long as you like.
Dublin is an amalgamation of old and modern buildings with dominating Georgian architectural buildings. Trinity College, Irish Houses of Parliament, Dublin Townhouse of Viscount Powerscourt and Christchurch Cathedral are some of the opulent examples of Georgian architecture. All this opulence can be explored in car hire Dublin for complete enjoyment.
The amazing suburbs of Dublin are charming and rustic and include coastal towns like Howth and Killiney. The suburbs are a hub of activity and if you want to go there without wasting time upon arrival, you can opt for Dublin airport car hire. The city as such presents traditional treat for visitors and most of the ancient structures are located in the old city which is in south of the Liffey River. The modern town was built around Dublin Castle which is present in the heart of the city. In the same surroundings is the Protestant Cathedral of Christ Church that was built in 1038.
One of the most interesting places to visit is the fringes of Dublin like Rathmines and Rathgar. Here you can see some of the most luxurious homes belonging to city’s millionaires. Killiney and Dalkey suburbs are home to several international movie stars and well reputed personalities. In order to capture their magnificence, you need to get down from your hire car and take a stroll along the streets.
The smoke free capital of Ireland has many parks, museums and recreational places. Guinness Storehouse is one such must-see huge building where you can unfold the history of Guinness, world’s most loved beer. The Irish National Stud and the Japanese Gardens add to the panoramic views of the city. Ardgillan Castle is an elegant example of Georgian and Victorian architecture and its 194 acres of rolling pasture land is a treat to the eyes of even the most discerning tourist. To enjoy the panoramas at your own leisure you should take a car hire.
Chester Beatty Library is a combination of an art museum and a library. This place has a huge collection of art forms of various cultures including Chinese, Islamic and Indian. It is also located in the heart of the city. Hence if you are visiting Dublin Castle by rental car, you can stop by at this library which contains an overabundance of knowledge.
Dublin has an electrifying night life. Every night hundreds of pubs and bars come alive. You will be tempted to tap your feet to the drum beats and enjoy the ambience. For this you can go to your favourite discotheque, park your hire car, and just join the celebrations.
With so much to explore you must visit Dublin at least once in your lifetime.