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1 day · Dublin itinerary

Dublin in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Dublin? You can still see Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse and Temple Bar. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Dublin — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Trinity & Book of Kells
  2. 2Dublin Castle
  3. 3Guinness Storehouse
  4. 4Temple Bar evening

Morning: Trinity and the Castle

Start at Trinity College and the Book of Kells, then explore Dublin Castle and the cathedrals.

Afternoon: the Guinness Storehouse

Tour the seven floors of the Guinness Storehouse, ending with a pint in the Gravity Bar.

Evening: Temple Bar

Enjoy a pub crawl and live trad music in Temple Bar.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Dublin — prices per person.

Interactive Living History in Dalkey Castle near Dublin City
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Interactive Living History in Dalkey Castle near Dublin City
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from$21/ person
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Wild Wicklow Tour: Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Guinness Lake
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Wild Wicklow Tour: Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Guinness Lake
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Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people
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Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people
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from$110/ person
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Dublin, Trintiy College Library Tour & Book of Kells
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Dublin, Trintiy College Library Tour & Book of Kells
5.0(99)·3h 30min
from$109/ person
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Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)
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Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people)
5.0(168)·5 hours
from$79/ person
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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
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Galway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour
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Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)
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Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15)
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The Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle and Belfast - Spanish guide
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The Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle and Belfast - Spanish guide
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Dublin in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Dublin in one day?
Yes — the compact centre means you can see Trinity College, Dublin Castle and the Guinness Storehouse in a day, ending with Temple Bar’s pubs and music.
What is the best one-day Dublin tour?
A city walking tour of Trinity and the Castle, paired with the Guinness Storehouse and a Temple Bar evening, is the most efficient way to see the highlights.
How much does one day in Dublin cost?
Budget roughly €40–€80 per person for the Guinness Storehouse, the Book of Kells and a pub or food experience.

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