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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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So you Irish lovelies. I’m going to be in Dublin and possibly Belfast for work in February. 
My free time will be limited so I want to make the most of it. My question to all you beauties is, what is really worth seeing? Also what foods and even which restaurants should I not miss?
Many thanks in advance for your help |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"There's fuck all bar the Manbeast on this godforsaken rock 
There’s that modesty again..  "
When your bored off the Manbeast give me a call, I’ll show you things you never seen b4  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"There's fuck all bar the Manbeast on this godforsaken rock
There’s that modesty again..
When your bored off the Manbeast give me a call, I’ll show you things you never seen b4 "
Bored and Manbeast do not go in the same sentence buddy |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"There's fuck all bar the Manbeast on this godforsaken rock
There’s that modesty again..
When your bored off the Manbeast give me a call, I’ll show you things you never seen b4
Can’t just let you have all too yourself buddy
Bored and Manbeast do not go in the same sentence buddy "
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Theres a bbq joint on Capel Street,Steer clear of Temple bar though. Total rip off"
Thank you for the only useful answer so far. My hotel will be be in Temple Bar and I checked it out last time it was there. Seems to be mainly for the tourists no? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"check out pitt brothers on georges street if you like your meat, falagans on o'conell street is also good for food. bit of everything "
I do indeed so thank you! Starting a list |
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By (user no longer on site)
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If you like your wings, elephant & castle in temple bar best wings in Dublin. Fx Buckley restaurant has the most amazing steaks (little pricey but worth paying that bit extra).
Arlington hotel on bachelors walk has very good entertainment and the drink isn’t a COMPLETE rip off. Discovered a great place only yesterday called Mary's Bar near grafton street. 12 in the day they do fresh toasties and pints.
Touristy stuff : Guinness factory tour, Viking splash tour, wax museum.
All I can think of right now but hope this helps |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"So you Irish lovelies. I’m going to be in Dublin and possibly Belfast for work in February.
My free time will be limited so I want to make the most of it. My question to all you beauties is, what is really worth seeing? Also what foods and even which restaurants should I not miss?
Many thanks in advance for your help "
There’s a thing call The Ghost Bus... basically a tour bus that traverses the streets with a bunch of actors on board that play out various scenarios. Usually ends up in a pub called The Gravediggers. I probably shouldn’t say this, but one of the drivers is an older version of me.
As my profile pic suggests, I partake in nighttime activities myself... |
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If you like BBQ and whiskey, check out Bison Bar on the quays. It's a euro or two more per dish than Pitt bros but definitely worth it.
Over 100 whiskeys too.
Check out if any gigs of interest next door in Workmans Club.
The Button Factory is in Temple Bar and Vicar Street is about a 15min walk, so check in advance for who might be playing whilst you are here.
Other than that, Temple Bar will be rocking and ripping you off nicely while you're here.
If you want a real pint of Guinness, Madigans on Poolbeg street for great atmosphere and pints.
The Olympia is another good venue beside you if there's something on you want to see.
The Irish Film Institute in Meeting House square is good for a decent bit of food and you don't need to be going to a movie to eat/drink there.
Enjoy, whatever you decide.  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"If you like your wings, elephant & castle in temple bar best wings in Dublin. Fx Buckley restaurant has the most amazing steaks (little pricey but worth paying that bit extra).
Arlington hotel on bachelors walk has very good entertainment and the drink isn’t a COMPLETE rip off. Discovered a great place only yesterday called Mary's Bar near grafton street. 12 in the day they do fresh toasties and pints.
Touristy stuff : Guinness factory tour, Viking splash tour, wax museum.
All I can think of right now but hope this helps "
It helps a lot. Thank you, added to the list |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"So you Irish lovelies. I’m going to be in Dublin and possibly Belfast for work in February.
My free time will be limited so I want to make the most of it. My question to all you beauties is, what is really worth seeing? Also what foods and even which restaurants should I not miss?
Many thanks in advance for your help
There’s a thing call The Ghost Bus... basically a tour bus that traverses the streets with a bunch of actors on board that play out various scenarios. Usually ends up in a pub called The Gravediggers. I probably shouldn’t say this, but one of the drivers is an older version of me.
As my profile pic suggests, I partake in nighttime activities myself..."
I am definitely doing this... |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"If you really want to see Ireland don't go to Dublin. Anywhere outside the pale is fine"
I get that, so it’s like London. This time it has to be Dublin though because it’s for work. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"If you like BBQ and whiskey, check out Bison Bar on the quays. It's a euro or two more per dish than Pitt bros but definitely worth it.
Over 100 whiskeys too.
Check out if any gigs of interest next door in Workmans Club.
The Button Factory is in Temple Bar and Vicar Street is about a 15min walk, so check in advance for who might be playing whilst you are here.
Other than that, Temple Bar will be rocking and ripping you off nicely while you're here.
If you want a real pint of Guinness, Madigans on Poolbeg street for great atmosphere and pints.
The Olympia is another good venue beside you if there's something on you want to see.
The Irish Film Institute in Meeting House square is good for a decent bit of food and you don't need to be going to a movie to eat/drink there.
Enjoy, whatever you decide. "
This is fantastic! Thank you. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Get that sweet ass to Center Parcs in Longford
Relax in the spa or go for a cycle, perhaps some Raft building or Laser tag
It's also located at the very heart of this rock so you'll get to see plenty of shit  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Get that sweet ass to Center Parcs in Longford
Relax in the spa or go for a cycle, perhaps some Raft building or Laser tag
It's also located at the very heart of this rock so you'll get to see plenty of shit "
I love it when you play nice  |
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If youre here for a short stint then no harm in checking out temple bar area. The Quays will generally have live music and isnt a bad bar. Venturing from temple bar tho, try the Dawson Lounge, McDaids or Kehoes.
Depends on what food you like but Id recommend FXBs if you fancy a steak or Salamanca if you like tapas. |
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"If youre here for a short stint then no harm in checking out temple bar area. The Quays will generally have live music and isnt a bad bar. Venturing from temple bar tho, try the Dawson Lounge, McDaids or Kehoes.
Depends on what food you like but Id recommend FXBs if you fancy a steak or Salamanca if you like tapas."
Thank you. Any tips for local food? |
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By *avie tCouple
over a year ago
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Welcome in advance....agree best wings in dublin at elephant and castle...porter house in temple bar has great live bands.....collins barracks are free and well worth a visit don't miss the Eileen gray exhibit if you want a real pint of Guinness theres a authentic pub near st Patrick's cathedral name escapes me and visit the crypt at christ church... |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"If youre here for a short stint then no harm in checking out temple bar area. The Quays will generally have live music and isnt a bad bar. Venturing from temple bar tho, try the Dawson Lounge, McDaids or Kehoes.
Depends on what food you like but Id recommend FXBs if you fancy a steak or Salamanca if you like tapas.
Thank you. Any tips for local food?"
Well FXBs is local grub, their 2 industries are butcher and restauranteur. Brasserie 66 is also not far from you. How long are you here for?
And seperately given you mentioned London...any tips near St Pauls. Working over there for a bit in Jan myself |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Any of the FX Buckley chain of restaurants for the best steaks and meat  The hungry Mexican for authentic Mexican food and anywhere other than temple bar for a few drinks |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Get that sweet ass to Center Parcs in Longford
Relax in the spa or go for a cycle, perhaps some Raft building or Laser tag
It's also located at the very heart of this rock so you'll get to see plenty of shit
I love it when you play nice "
Its just for Christmas |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Theres a bbq joint on Capel Street,Steer clear of Temple bar though. Total rip off
Thank you for the only useful answer so far. My hotel will be be in Temple Bar and I checked it out last time it was there. Seems to be mainly for the tourists no?"
Yes you are right. But Dublin is a small and compact city so getting around is easy. Capel street is only the otger side of river about 10 mins walk. Theres the guinness and Jamesons tours but very pricey. Kilmainham jail is a must see though. If you are into Theatre, the Abbey is goid and very close to where you are staying.If you need any more info, let me know. |
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By *argus12Man
over a year ago
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"So you Irish lovelies. I’m going to be in Dublin and possibly Belfast for work in February.
My free time will be limited so I want to make the most of it. My question to all you beauties is, what is really worth seeing? Also what foods and even which restaurants should I not miss?
Many thanks in advance for your help "
An English brum in Dublin in feb. And me an English man living in Ireland going to be in brum in feb lol |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Welcome in advance....agree best wings in dublin at elephant and castle...porter house in temple bar has great live bands.....collins barracks are free and well worth a visit don't miss the Eileen gray exhibit if you want a real pint of Guinness theres a authentic pub near st Patrick's cathedral name escapes me and visit the crypt at christ church..."
All added to my list, thank you so much |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Theres a bbq joint on Capel Street,Steer clear of Temple bar though. Total rip off
Thank you for the only useful answer so far. My hotel will be be in Temple Bar and I checked it out last time it was there. Seems to be mainly for the tourists no?Yes you are right. But Dublin is a small and compact city so getting around is easy. Capel street is only the otger side of river about 10 mins walk. Theres the guinness and Jamesons tours but very pricey. Kilmainham jail is a must see though. If you are into Theatre, the Abbey is goid and very close to where you are staying.If you need any more info, let me know. "
And again, many thanks and I will |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Whelans on Camden Street if you like live music and a good bar. Guinness Storehouse if you are doing anything touristy, the gravity bar at the end of the tour is a highlight. Stags Head near Christchurch is a great pub. |
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"Whelans on Camden Street if you like live music and a good bar. Guinness Storehouse if you are doing anything touristy, the gravity bar at the end of the tour is a highlight. Stags Head near Christchurch is a great pub. "
I can see I’m going to be very d*unk in Dublin! Many thanks |
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I better post for Belfast.
Belfast Food tour is well worth a go as not only do you get a guided tour around Belfast’s artisans you will be given some of the best food in various venues along with a drink or two. They also do separate Gin and Whiskey tours and I would recommend any of them.
A trip to Belfast and most will mention the Titanic. The Titanic Belfast visitor attraction extends over nine galleries, with multiple dimensions to the exhibition. Drawing together special effects, dark rides, full-scale reconstructions and innovative interactive features.
One of the biggest attractions in recent times has been Game Of Thrones. There is a Giants Causeway and GOT experience tour which is very interesting if you are into it. If not the Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast are spectacular though better with transport.
Things to do for free, Belfast City Hall tour including the Titanic memorial. St George’s Market with its fresh food stalls, craft stalls, coffee, cake and music is well worth a look. Botanic Gardens is pretty good especially the rose garden. Right next door you have the The Ulster Museum with free entry is Northern Ireland's treasure house of the past and present, the museum is home to a rich collection of art, history and natural sciences with impressive galleries and interactive discovery zones.
Bars are plentiful but The Crown dates back to the 1880s and is popular with tourists but for a bit of life go to the Cathedral Quarter. Duke of York, Harp bar with Live Music, The Spaniard, Thirsty Goat. I would recommend Muriels, small and quaint with ladies underwear hanging from the ceiling (you don’t have to leave yours). The Tipsy Bird is nice for a quiet drink or several with some great live music through the day.
Oh and in any city the open top bus tour is a great way of seeing a bit of everything.
Hope you have a fantastic time and the locals are sure to entertain you regardless.
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"I better post for Belfast.
Belfast Food tour is well worth a go as not only do you get a guided tour around Belfast’s artisans you will be given some of the best food in various venues along with a drink or two. They also do separate Gin and Whiskey tours and I would recommend any of them.
A trip to Belfast and most will mention the Titanic. The Titanic Belfast visitor attraction extends over nine galleries, with multiple dimensions to the exhibition. Drawing together special effects, dark rides, full-scale reconstructions and innovative interactive features.
One of the biggest attractions in recent times has been Game Of Thrones. There is a Giants Causeway and GOT experience tour which is very interesting if you are into it. If not the Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast are spectacular though better with transport.
Things to do for free, Belfast City Hall tour including the Titanic memorial. St George’s Market with its fresh food stalls, craft stalls, coffee, cake and music is well worth a look. Botanic Gardens is pretty good especially the rose garden. Right next door you have the The Ulster Museum with free entry is Northern Ireland's treasure house of the past and present, the museum is home to a rich collection of art, history and natural sciences with impressive galleries and interactive discovery zones.
Bars are plentiful but The Crown dates back to the 1880s and is popular with tourists but for a bit of life go to the Cathedral Quarter. Duke of York, Harp bar with Live Music, The Spaniard, Thirsty Goat. I would recommend Muriels, small and quaint with ladies underwear hanging from the ceiling (you don’t have to leave yours). The Tipsy Bird is nice for a quiet drink or several with some great live music through the day.
Oh and in any city the open top bus tour is a great way of seeing a bit of everything.
Hope you have a fantastic time and the locals are sure to entertain you regardless.
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Sean you deserve the freedom of Belfast after that glowing report |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I better post for Belfast.
Belfast Food tour is well worth a go as not only do you get a guided tour around Belfast’s artisans you will be given some of the best food in various venues along with a drink or two. They also do separate Gin and Whiskey tours and I would recommend any of them.
A trip to Belfast and most will mention the Titanic. The Titanic Belfast visitor attraction extends over nine galleries, with multiple dimensions to the exhibition. Drawing together special effects, dark rides, full-scale reconstructions and innovative interactive features.
One of the biggest attractions in recent times has been Game Of Thrones. There is a Giants Causeway and GOT experience tour which is very interesting if you are into it. If not the Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast are spectacular though better with transport.
Things to do for free, Belfast City Hall tour including the Titanic memorial. St George’s Market with its fresh food stalls, craft stalls, coffee, cake and music is well worth a look. Botanic Gardens is pretty good especially the rose garden. Right next door you have the The Ulster Museum with free entry is Northern Ireland's treasure house of the past and present, the museum is home to a rich collection of art, history and natural sciences with impressive galleries and interactive discovery zones.
Bars are plentiful but The Crown dates back to the 1880s and is popular with tourists but for a bit of life go to the Cathedral Quarter. Duke of York, Harp bar with Live Music, The Spaniard, Thirsty Goat. I would recommend Muriels, small and quaint with ladies underwear hanging from the ceiling (you don’t have to leave yours). The Tipsy Bird is nice for a quiet drink or several with some great live music through the day.
Oh and in any city the open top bus tour is a great way of seeing a bit of everything.
Hope you have a fantastic time and the locals are sure to entertain you regardless.
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This makes Belfast sound amazing. Do you work for their tourist board?
Thank you. |
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"Kilkenny the medieval city, beutiful Castle and Gardens, lots of historical building and great pubs and nightlife lovely atmosphere x enjoy your stay x"
Sounds magical |
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some gr8 suggestions here for you...but the city is probably best enjoyed in company.. perhaps you might consider interviewing for a personal guide for your days in Dublin...as Dub that know his way about town I'm disappointed I cant apply as I am outside your age range...but I think a knowledgeable guide with make for an enjoyable & eventful Dublin & Belfast visit |
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"some gr8 suggestions here for you...but the city is probably best enjoyed in company.. perhaps you might consider interviewing for a personal guide for your days in Dublin...as Dub that know his way about town I'm disappointed I cant apply as I am outside your age range...but I think a knowledgeable guide with make for an enjoyable & eventful Dublin & Belfast visit"
Now there’s an idea... |
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