Conrad Dublin has debuted its 20 Wanderlust Travel Itineraries, a new initiative designed to ensure guests have an authentic and over-the-top Irish experience via a customized collection of things to do while visiting Dublin in 2020. The hotel’s concierge team will help guests coordinate and book tours and chauffeured car rides to and from the destination.
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The 20 Wanderlust Travel Itineraries include:
- Tour of St. Patrick’s Cathedral – Over 800 years old and an iconic attraction in Dublin, the St. Patrick’s Cathedral offers a unique cultural experience and is one of the only buildings left from the medieval times in Dublin
- Tour of Dublin Castle – When guests book this experience, they receive a tour inside while learning about the castle’s history
- A Chauffeur ride to Kilmainham Gaol – The Kilmainham Gaol opened in 1796 and closed in 1924; guests will learn about the history of the gaol, the offenses that landed people there, where they were held and many more interesting facts
- Walk around the Iveagh Gardens – Widely regarded as one of Dublin’s best kept secrets, The Iveagh Gardens are only five minutes from the hotel and offer guests a beautiful setting to explore
- A heritage lesson at the EPIC Irish Emigration Museum – The EPIC Museum offers guests a chance to discover their heritage alongside the vast history of those who have emigrated from Ireland
- Tasting experience at the Guinness Storehouse – The Connoisseur Experience at The Guinness Storehouse is an exclusive experience offered to guests who are invited taste all the different types of Guinness, as well as learning how to pour the perfect pint
- Tasting experience at the Irish Whiskey Museum – Guests can learn about the history of Irish whiskey through a guided tour of approximately 100 different whiskeys
- Guided tour of Jameson Distillery – Guests are invited to experience a full tour of the Jameson Distillery, including how the whiskey is made from beginning to end
- Guided tour of Teeling Distillery – Guests can experience a guided tour in the Teeling Distillery, accompanied by an expert to provide insights about the processes of the distillery, as well as the history and culture of Irish whiskey
- Walk across the iconic Ha’Penny Bridge – The Ha’Penny Bridge is a 10-minute walk from Conrad Dublin; the bridge has become a popular place to visit as it separates the south side and the north side of Dublin.
- A round of golf at Portmarnock Golf Club – With this experience, guests are invited to play a round at Portmarnock Golf Club, which was founded in 1894 and is ranked amongst the top golf courses in the world
- Explore the Dublin Zoo – Dublin Zoo is one of Dublin’s most popular attractions; located only three miles away from Conrad Dublin, the zoo offers an ideal afternoon for groups of all ages
- Enjoy a private demonstration of Gaelic Football and Hurling at Croke Park – Enjoy a private demonstration of Gaelic football and hurling at one of Europe’s largest stadiums
- Explore the Howth Peninsula – Guests can take the Conrad chauffeur to the Irish village on the Howth Peninsula, just east of central Dublin, for an afternoon of exploration
- Experience Merchant’s Arch Pub – For guests who are seeking an authentic pub experience in Dublin, an outing to Merchant’s Arch Pub is the pick as it offers live traditional Irish music every night
- Visit one of one of the world’s most beautiful libraries, Trinity College and The Book of Kells – The Book of Kells exhibition is a must-see on the itinerary—a 9th century manuscript that documents the four Gospels of the life of Jesus Christ; it is Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure and the world’s most famous medieval manuscript
- Powerscourt House & Gardens – Powerscourt Gardens was recently voted No. 3 in the world’s top ten gardens by National Geographic and is a beautiful attraction to see chauffeured by the Conrad driver
- Glendalough – Glendalough, meaning “valley of two lakes,” is an astonishing place to go for a long walk in the heart of Wicklow
- Merrion Square – Home to the iconic Oscar Wilde statue, Merrion Square is an additional park only five minutes from Conrad Dublin worthy of a wanderlust travel list
- St. Stephen’s Green – Located right across from Conrad Dublin, St. Stephen’s Green is perfect for running, relaxing, sightseeing and getting some fresh air in Dublin
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