Showing posts with label Dublin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dublin. Show all posts

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Hotel Spotlight: Bewleys Hotel Ballsbridge, Dublin

Bewleys Hotel Ballsbridge

Merrion Road : Dublin 4, Co. Dublin : IRELAND : Phone 353 01 668 1111


Welcome to Bewley’s Hotel Ballsbridge. This Dublin 4 hotel benefits from being located next door to the RDS. Bewley’s Hotel Ballsbridge is in the heart of the business and embassy district. The beauty of this hotel is that it’s like no other hotel in Dublin City. Its original features are striking and give it a unique charm. Bewley’s Hotel Ballsbridge once stood as a Masonic School but now stands as one of the best hotels in Ballsbridge.

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Monday, August 18, 2014

Vacation Spotlight: Twin City Delight

Enjoy the best of Dublin and Galway, without renting a car! 
Transfer on arrival to your pre-booked Dublin hotel - and enjoy the Capital City with an included Dublin Hop-on, Hop-off Bus voucher. Then hop over to Galway, with a bus transfer included, where you will enjoy 2-nights, plus a tour of the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. Transfer back to Dublin for your last night.
  • Arrival Transfer via AirLink*, with optional upgrade available to private transfer
  • 5 nights accommodations at the following hotels or similar
  • Breakfast daily (continental in Galway), except morning of arrival
  • Dublin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour - valid for 48-hours
  • Galway Express Shuttle Service from Dublin at 7:00 am (arrive Galway at 10:00 am)**
  • Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day tour
  • Galway Express Shuttle Service from Galway at 6:30 pm (arrive Dublin at 9:00 pm)***
  • Departure Transfer via AirLink*, with optional upgrade available to private transfer
*AirLink offers 12 convenient stops in Dublin. Passengers will need to make their own way from the stop(s) to their pre-booked hotel.On departure, clients would make their way to one of the AirLink locations for return to the hotel. One may wish to upgrade to optional private transfer that will bring you directly to the hotel and collect you directly there as well.
**Galway Express arrives in Galway at the Galway Coach Station. Passengers will need to make their own way from the coach station to the hotel.
***Galway Express arrives in Dublin City Center. Passengers will need to make their own way from this location to the hotel.


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Thursday, August 7, 2014

Hotel Spotlight: Best Western Plus Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin

Best Western Plus Academy Plaza Hotel

10-14 Findlater Place, off O'Connell St. : Dublin 1, Co. Dublin : IRELAND : Phone 01-878-0666


The Best Western Plus Academy Plaza Hotel has an exceptional location as a Dublin City Centre Hotel.

For the leisure guest, whatever your interest – shopping, sightseeing or culture, we have it all on our doorstep!

Learn more about this Dublin Hotel

Monday, November 25, 2013

Grafton Street, Dublin

Stretching from Trinity College to St. Stephen's Green, the pedestrian friendly Grafton Street in Dublin offers a break from museums and historical sites. But Grafton Street is more than just a thoroughfare between these two popular attractions, it is also Dublin's premier shopping street. Shoppers in Dublin will find everything from familiar brands to more unique items like quirky shoes and used books.

If the idea of shopping bores you to tears, Grafton Street is also known for its rambunctious atmosphere. The fact that it is closed to cars makes it a prime location for street performers to set up their acts. Grafton Street makes a great place to grab a bite to eat as well!

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Friday, November 8, 2013

Dublin Markets

Like to shop? You are going to love Dublin. No matter where you go, you will never be far from temptation. Dublin has always been a fashionable city and this is reflected in the wide choice and variety on offer to the visitor. A must for all shoppers is the central shopping area, which runs from O’Connell Street to Grafton Street. Here you will find one of the best shopping areas in Ireland for concentrated and specialty shopping, at competitive prices.

Dublin's Markets

Dublin's market scene is an eclectic mix that will suit every interest, from Farmer's Markets and Flea Markets to Designer Markets and Pop-up lunchtime markets. Dublin's market scene sells everything imaginable from high fashion and accessories  to custom designed solid silver to costume jewellery, from hair styling to fortune telling, with lovers of music, art, books, specialty ornaments, memorabilia, stamps and coin collections, cafés, and specialty foods all catered for!

Designer Mart at Cow's Lane
Cow's Lane, Old City Temple Bar , Dublin 2

This outdoor market showcases the very best of handmade craft & design produced by Irish and Ireland-based artists. Great for browsing for gifts, or a treat for yourself, the independent designers, craftspeople and artists are on hand to give you an insight into their craft and story behind any individual piece.

Georges Street Arcade
South Great Georges Street , Dublin 2

The Georges Street Arcade is a much loved landmark for Dubliners and Visitors alike retaining its architectural integrity, its unique shopping atmosphere and its special Dublin personality of warmth and humour. With over 50 shops and stalls the Georges Street Arcade has everything - cutting edge fashion for men/women and children, gifts galore, hairdressing, fortune telling, curios, collectables, and antiques.

Temple Bar Night Market
Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Dublin’s first art night market over the summer months of June, July and August, bringing artists and craft makers onto the streets of Temple Bar; Dublin’s Cultural Quarter.

Antique Quarter Francis Street
Martin Fennelly Antiques, 60 Francis Street , Dublin 8

Paris has the Left Bank and London has Portobello Road, now Dublin has its very own Antiques Quarter.

Art & Crafts Market
Art & Crafts Market, Newmarket Sq , Dublin 8

Don't pay through the nose for handicrafts in exclusive shops when you can purchase them straight from the artist in a fun market environment.

Ballymun Farmers Market
Irish Village Markets 7 Windsor Place Lanesville Monkstown Ave , County Dublin

The Ballymun Farmers Market runs every Thursday from 11am - 4 pm and is located on the new Ballymun Plaza, behind the Civic Centre.

Blackrock Market
19a Main Street, Blackrock, South Dublin

The market can boast of a unique mixture in new, second-hand and antique goods for the discerning buyer.

Dublin Flea Market
The Co-op, Newmarket , Dublin 8

The Dublin flea market promises to be a great day out with live music, food and plenty of bargains from vintage & second hand clothing etc. It takes place on the last Sunday of every month in The Co-op on Newmarket square, Dublin 8. There are 60 rotating stalls each month (40 indoor and 20 outdoor) selling everything from vintage clothes to second hand bikes, retro furniture and random odds and ends - pretty much everything you would expect to find at a flea market.

Ha'Penny Flea Market
The Grand Social, 35 Lower Liffey Street, Dublin 1

The Grand Social on Lower Liffey Street hosts a weekly Indoor Flea Market every Saturday from 12 noon till 6pm.

Liberty Market
Liberty Market , Meath Street, Dublin 8, off Thomas st. and the Coombe (Near Christ Church)

Dublin's world famous Liberty Market is located in the heart of Dublin's city centre just minutes from the famous Christchurch Cathedral.

Moore Street
Dublin 2

Scene of Dublin’s famous street barrow vendors. This colorful and lively street is a must for visitors who wish to experience a slice of life and get a flavor of Dublin through the wit of its people.



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Thursday, August 1, 2013

Places to golf in & around Dublin

There are few - if any- large cities in the world that can boast the quality and variety of golf that Dublin has to offer. From the finest parklands to timeless lines and the myriad of charming hidden gems in between, the Fair City enjoys the golfing riches. Here are two of our favorite golf courses in & around Dublin.

St Anne’s Golf Course Dublin, County Dublin
St. Anne’s Golf Club is an impressive and testing 18-holes links golf course (par 71) situated on Dublin’s most famous ecological attraction - Bull Island Nature Reserve in Dublin Bay. The island, a bird sanctuary under the protection of Unesco, is natural links terrain of sand and dunes. The island’s beach is over three miles long. The unique setting of this famous old links with the splendid panoramic views of Howth Head and across Dublin Bay to the Wicklow mountains ensures a most relaxing and enjoyable game. Founded in 1921, it is a member-owned golf club. In 2003 an extensive redevelopment of the course was completed. Also that year we opened our new state-of-the-art clubhouse. The course itself has undergone significant development over the past two years, which included the building of five new greens and eight new tee complexes. The sacred turf of the old Croke Park pitch was used to great effect in developing, strengthening and giving real definition to the back nine in St. Anne’s.

Portmarnock Golf Course Portmarnock, County Dublin
Founded in 1894, Portmarnock is consistently ranked amongst the top golf courses in the world. With a rich history closely aligned to the progression of golf in Ireland, Portmarnock has hosted many major professional and amateur events including multiple Irish Open Championships, the Walker Cup and the Irish Amateur Close Championship. From Sam Snead to Seve Ballesteros, some of golf's best known names have tested their skills on this north county Dublin sand spit. Considered by many as a fair but challenging test of golf, Portmarnock invites you to experience one of the purest links courses in the world.


Let our golf experts help you plan your next golf trip to Dublin, Ireland.

Monday, July 1, 2013

Bram Stoker Festival: Dublin


The three-day festival will peel back the layers of the city to reveal Stoker's Dublin. Prepare for a weekend for all the family with walking tours through the lane-ways and hidden steps of the Victorian macabre of the city; literary workshops exploring horror writing  with award-winning authors for both teens and adults; Stoker-themed theater, lively discussions on all things vampire, and a highlight being an evening of spooky spectacle from renowned street theater company Spraoi in the grounds of Dublin Castle.

For 3 days, over 30 events will celebrate the life, work and legacy of the native-born Dubliner and horror novelist Bram Stoker and his gothic novel 'Dracula'. Visit Dublin this October 25-27, 2013 with Celtic Tours World Vacations

Monday, November 19, 2012

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Ireland



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The whole world is Irish on St. Patrick's Day! And Dublin is the stage for the biggest and best St. Patrick's celebrations in the world, the St. Patrick's Festival. Experience St. Patrick's Day in Ireland with these vacation packages.
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This 6 night escorted tour of Ireland brings you Dublin , Waterford, Kilkenny, Cork, Killarney, Blarney and Kildare. Land from $1099 pps
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Monday, October 29, 2012

Celtic Delight - Escorted Tour of Ireland



Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour - with a new an exciting itinerary and no hidden extras!

Our Celtic Delight is perfect for those with less time in Ireland that still want a premier tour experience. A great tour featuring Limerick, Killarney, the famous Ring of Kerry, Waterford and Dublin.

Celtic Delight Escorted Tour of Ireland Highlights

  • 10 Meals - Breakfast and Dinner 
  • Visit Limerick, Killarney, Blarney, Cobh, Waterford, Kilkenny and Dublin 
  • New and Updated Itinerary 
  • Top Hotels & Entertainment 
  •  No Hidden Extras

Celtic Delight Escorted Tour of Ireland Includes

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout 
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival 
  • Dinner each evening, except one evening in Dublin. Including a traditional medieval castle banquet 
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you throughout 
  •  Scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry 
  • Visits to: Cobh, Kilkenny Castle, Trinity College and the Book of Kells 
  •  Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person 
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. 
  • Gratuities to the driver/guide not included 
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents
Visit our website for more details on this fabulous escorted tour of Ireland

Monday, October 22, 2012

Celtic Sojourn - Escorted Tour of Ireland






Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour!

An exciting new itineary featruing Titanic Belfast, scenic Donegal and the Slieve League cliffs, plus enjoy a Medieval Castle Banquet! Take advantage of Early Bird Savings on this tour at $200 per couple! Limited to first come first serve!

Celtic Sojourn Escorted Tour of Ireland Highlights

  • 12 Meals - Breakfast and Dinner 
  • Visit Dublin, Belfast, Donegal, Galway, Limerick 
  •  New and Updated Itinerary 
  • Top Hotels & Entertainment 
  • No Hidden Extras

Celtic Sojourn Escorted Tour of Ireland Includes

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout 
  •  Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival 
  • Dinner each evening, including a traditional medieval castle banquet 
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach 
  •  Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you throughout 
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones 
  • Panoramic city tours of Dublin and Belfast 
  • Visits to: Mellifont Abbey, Titanic Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Slieve League Cliffs, Belleek China, Cliffs of Moher
  •  Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person 
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. 
  • Gratuities to the driver/guide not included 
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents
Visit our website for more information about this fabulous tour of Ireland

Monday, October 15, 2012

Irish Rose - Escorted Tour of Ireland


Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour - with a new an exciting itinerary and no hidden extras!

A scenic and unforgettable jouney through Ireland from Belfast to the Ring of Kerry. Plus, Celtic Tours offeres unbelievable Early Bird Discounts of $250 per couple on this tour (first come first serve), so book early and save!!

Irish Rose Escorted Tour of Ireland Highlights

  • 16 Meals - Breakfast and Dinner 
  • Visit Dublin, Belfast, Donegal, Galway, Limerick, Killarney 
  • New and Updated Itinerary 
  • Top Hotels & Entertainment 
  • No Hidden Extras

Irish Rose Escorted Tour of Ireland Includes

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout 
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival Dinner each evening, including a traditional medieval castle banquet Full sightseeing by 
  • Deluxe Touring Motorcoach Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you throughout 
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones 
  • Panoramic city tours of Dublin and Belfast 
  • Scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry 
  • Visits to: Mellifont Abbey, Titanic Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Slieve League Cliffs, Belleek China, Cliffs of Moher 
  • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person 
  •  Tips and taxes in Ireland. 
  • Gratuities to the driver/guide not included 
  •  Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents
Check out our website for more details on this fabulous escorted tour of Ireland

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Celtic Dream


Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour - with a new an exciting itinerary and no hidden extras! Our Celtic Dream tour continues to be one of the best valued tours on the market. Plus, Celtic Tours offeres unbelievable Early Bird Discounts of $500 per couple on this tour (first come first serve), so book early and save!!

Celtic Dream Tour of Ireland Highlights:
  • 20 Meals - Breakfast and Dinner 
  • Visit Dublin, Belfast, Donegal, Galway, Limerick, Killarney, Blarney, Cobh, Waterford and Kilkenny
  •  New and Updated Itinerary Top Hotels & Entertainment 
  • No Hidden Extras 
Celtic Dream Tour of Ireland Includes:
  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival CDB Tour 13-day: 
  • Dinner each evening except for one night in Dublin, including a traditional medieval castle banquet and traditional Irish entertainment and dinner in Dublin. CDA 12-Day Tour: Dinner each evening including a traditional medieval castle banquet and traditional Irish entertainment and dinner in Dublin 
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you throughout 
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones 
  •  Panoramic city tours of Dublin and Belfast 
  • Scenic drive along the Ring of Kerry
  •  Visits to: Mellifont Abbey, Titanic Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Slieve League Cliffs, Belleek China, Cliffs of Moher, Cobh, Kilkenny Castle, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Whitefriar Church, Guinness Brewery Storehouse and Jameson Whiskey Distillery tour 
  • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person 
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. Gratuities to the driver/guide not included 
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents

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Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Celtic Tours Offers Group Packages for The Gathering, Ireland



Celtic Tours World Vacations is pleased to offer group packages for the Gathering in Ireland, 2013. The Gathering, Ireland is a year-long celebration of being Irish. Whether you are Irish-born or Irish in spirit, Ireland is calling you to Ireland to celebrate with her and Celtic Tours World Vacations has group packages for you. Celtic Tours is pleased to offer group space in regularly scheduled departures of our escorted tours, or design your own gathering with the group department at Celtic Tours World Vacations. Gather your friends and family and jump into Ireland for the Gathering, 2013.

Monday, October 17, 2011

Celtic Sojourn - New dates for 2012

Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour!

Tour Highlights: Medieval Castle Banquet, Cliffs of Moher, Galway Bay, Knock Shrine, The Giants Causeway, Glenveagh Castle, Inishowen Peninsula, Belfast and the Titanic Tour.


Your Celtic Sojourn tour includes:

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout.
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival.
  • Dinner each evening except for one night in Dublin, including a traditional medieval castle banquet and traditional Irish entertainment and dinner in Dublin.
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach.
  • Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you through out.
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones.
  • Lough Foyle Ferry.
  • Visits to: Cliffs of Moher, Rathbaun Farm, Knock Shrine, Belleek Pottery Factory, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Fort Dunree, Moville Pottery, Giants Causeway, Titanic Docks & Pump House.
  • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person.
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. Gratuities to the driver/guide not included.
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.




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Friday, October 14, 2011

Irish Rose - New 2012 dates!

Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour!

A Celtic Tours favorite! A fresh itinerary for 2012, with added attractions. Enjoy the Dingle Peninsula, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Medieval Castle Banquet, Galway Bay, Glenveagh Castle, Inishowen Peninsula, Giants Causeway, Belfast and the Titanic Tour.


Your Irish Rose Tour includes:

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout.
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival.
  • Dinner each evening except for two nights in Dublin, including a traditional medieval castle banquet.
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach.
  • Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you through out.
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones.
  • Lough Foyle Ferry.
  • Visits to: Dingle Peninsula, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Cliffs of Moher, Rathbaun Farm, Knock Shrine, Belleek Pottery Factory, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Fort Dunree, Moville Pottery, Giants Causeway, Titanic Docks & Pump House.
  • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person.
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. Gratuities to the driver/guide not included.
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.


Take the Irish Rose Tour of Ireland with Celtic Tours


Thursday, October 13, 2011

Celtic Dream -CDA - New Dates for 2012!

Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour!


Our premier tour continues to bring you the best of Ireland, with an updated itinerary for 2012! With two options to choose from. This tour features most of the major historic and scenic attractions of Ireland. The Celtic Dream is acknowledged by visitors and Travel Agents as being the best value tour to Ireland.


Your Celtic Dream tour includes:

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout.
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival.
  • Dinner each evening except for two nights in Dublin, including a traditional medieval castle banquet and traditional Irish entertainment and dinner in Dublin.
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach.
  • Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you through out.
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones.
  • Lough Foyle Ferry.
  • Visits to: Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Kilkenny Castle, Cobh Heritage Center, Blarney, Dingle Peninsula, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Cliffs of Moher, Rathbaun Farm, Knock Shrine, Galway Crystal Factory, Belleek Pottery Factory, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Fort Dunree, Moville Pottery, Giants Causeway, Titanic Docks & Pump House.
  • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person.
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. Gratuities to the driver/guide not included.
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.
See the best of Ireland with this great tour. Start planning your escorted tour of Ireland with Celtic Tours today!

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Celtic Dream -CDB - New Dates for 2012!

Premier Escorted Motorcoach Tour!


Our premier tour continues to bring you the best of Ireland, with an updated itinerary for 2012! With two options to choose from. This tour features most of the major historic and scenic attractions of Ireland. The Celtic Dream is acknowledged by visitors and Travel Agents as being the best value tour to Ireland.


Your Celtic Dream tour includes:

  • First Class and Superior First Class hotels throughout.
  • Full Irish breakfast daily, except day of arrival.
  • Dinner each evening except for two nights in Dublin, including a traditional medieval castle banquet and traditional Irish entertainment and dinner in Dublin.
  • Full sightseeing by Deluxe Touring Motorcoach.
  • Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you through out.
  • Visit to Rathbaun Farm to see an actual working farm, including coffee/tea and Irish Farmhouse scones.
  • Lough Foyle Ferry.
  • Visits to: Whitefriar Church, Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Kilkenny Castle, Cobh Heritage Center, Blarney, Dingle Peninsula, Foynes Flying Boat Museum, Cliffs of Moher, Rathbaun Farm, Knock Shrine, Galway Crystal Factory, Belleek Pottery Factory, Glenveagh Castle and National Park, Fort Dunree, Moville Pottery, Giants Causeway, Titanic Docks & Pump House.
  • Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person.
  • Tips and taxes in Ireland. Gratuities to the driver/guide not included.
  • Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.
 Learn more about our Celtic Dream tour of Ireland.

Want to see Ireland? Travel to Ireland with Celtic Tours for the best Irish Experience! Let Celtic Tours plan your vacation to Ireland, visit our website for amazing vacations.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Number Twenty Nine Georgian House Museum


Number Twenty Nine Museum is Dublin's Georgian House Museum. Visitors take a guided tour from the basement to the attic, through rooms which have been furnished with original artefacts as they would have been in the years 1790 to 1820. Number Twenty Nine Lower Fitzwilliam Street was first occupied in 1794, during a time of great change and expansion in Ireland's Capital.


The first occupant was Mrs Olivia Beatty, the widow of a prominent Dublin wine merchant. Visiting the exhibition gives young and old alike a chance to experience what life was like for the fortunate who lived in such elegant townhouses, and the less fortunate who worked in them.


The exhibition is a partnership between Electricity Supply Board and the National Museum of Ireland and has been playing an important role since 1991 in making the history of late Georgian Dublin more accessible.

Visit Number Twenty Nine on your next self-drive tour of Ireland with Celtic Tours.


Thursday, September 15, 2011

Kells Heritage Town



Located less than 40 miles northwest of Dublin, the heritage town of Kells is a living town over a thousand years old has its ancient and medieval remains everywhere in evidence. A walk through the town will lead visitors to realize that its physical treasures are the monastic layout of the town, the Monastic enclosure with the High Crosses, Round Tower, St. Colmcilles House and the famous Scriptural Market Cross which now dominates the entrance to the Heritage Center.


The monastery at Kells is thought to have been founded around 804 A.D. by monks fleeing from St Colmcille's Iona monastery to escape Viking invasions. The name Book of Kells is derived from the Abbey of Kells in Kells, County Meath, which was its home for much of the medieval period. Today, the Book of Kells can be viewed at Trinity College in Dublin.

Visit the heritage town of Kells on your next self-drive tour of Ireland with Celtic Tours.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Dublin City Gallery - The Hugh Lane

Located in Dublin's city center, the Hugh Lane Gallery houses one of Ireland's foremost collections of modern and contemporary art. The original collection, donated by the Gallery's founder Sir Hugh Lane, has grown to almost 2000 artworks, ranging from the Impressionist masterpieces of Manet, Monet, Renoir and Degas to works by leading national and international contemporary artists.


Dublin City Gallery - The Hugh Lane
Charlemont House, Parnell Square North, Dublin 1
Tel: 01-222-5550
Web: www.hughlane.ie

Visit The Hugh Lane on your next self-drive tour of Ireland with Celtic Tours


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