Things to do in Dublin

tanora78

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idontknowmyname

Go out to Malahide for the day, Howth is brilliant as well, you can have a walk around the head. Do you ever go around the Georges Arcade area?

Local Goddess

When I was around 16/17 me and my mates used to go on the Dublin tour bus everynow and again for the laugh, we never actually went into any of the historic places but we used to just have a laugh going around on the top of the bus, not for everyone I'm sure:D I used to like messin around Powerscourt s.c. and Stephen's Green, Metro cafe is alright, its just up from Powerscourt s.c. We used to get the dart around the place too, Bray can be good fun. Also Rathmines is just out of town and there is a bit to do there, nice cafes and that. And up around Camden St. can be nice for just looking around. Hope this is of help!

IlikePostcards

Well, I thank you all for the advice so far, but I am kinda bored with the atmosphere. Is there a place to go for something else?

upmeath

Bray! The DART and I think the 145 will get you there in 45 mins to an hour, bar traffic is rough. You have a beach, Bray Head, amusements, a cinema, bowling, and a few decent cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance of each other.
I'm in UCD and our group of friends goes there for a daytrip by tradition each May when we're all finished exams, just a half dozen or so of us, bit of banter and a good day regardless of the weather because you have indoor and outdoor activities available there.

tannytantans

When I lived in dublin i used to just hop on a random bus and see where it took me!Ended up in Enniskerry one day and went to Powerscourt which is savage. Also some of the stops on the dublin bus tour are really good.

upmeath

Spent a day in Bray on Saturday, first time in 3 years, it hasn't lost its charm!

Princess Consuela Bananahammock

OP - Are we talking day stuff or nightlife here?

upmeath

Ikky Poo2 wrote: »

OP - Are we talking day stuff or nightlife here?

He mentions in his opening post that he's 17 (unlikely to be looking for clubs or pubs) and he's looking for shops and cafés off the beaten track, so I'd be guessing day stuff :pac:

Princess Consuela Bananahammock

upmeath wrote: »

He mentions in his opening post that he's 17 (unlikely to be looking for clubs or pubs) and he's looking for shops and cafés off the beaten track, so I'd be guessing day stuff :pac:

Ah, good point... it's just from the selectrion of stuff he's done, I got the impression it was more evening.

Pigwidgeon

upmeath wrote: »

Bray! The DART and I think the 145 will get you there in 45 mins to an hour, bar traffic is rough. You have a beach, Bray Head, amusements, a cinema, bowling, and a few decent cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance of each other.

there's no cinema in bray anymore.

upmeath

kateos2 wrote: »

there's no cinema in bray anymore.

Thanks for the update! Does Greystones still have that one that appeared in Father Ted? I went to see the Lion King in there about 6 months after it was released

jaffa20

The op is asking about things to do in Dublin.

In all honesty, there is nothing to do unless you have heaps of money:(

That is why most of the replie mentions the lovely towns in Wicklow such as Enniskerry, Bray, Greystones.

There is so much more just outside of dublin.

Also Malahide and Howth are lovely too. Just make a day of it and get out of the city is my advice too.:D

jaffa20

upmeath wrote: »

Thanks for the update! Does Greystones still have that one that appeared in Father Ted? I went to see the Lion King in there about 6 months after it was released

Yeah it's still there but it's closed. The closest one is Arklow or Dun laoighaire.

upmeath

jaffa20 wrote: »

That is why most of the replie mentions the lovely towns in Wicklow such as Enniskerry, Bray, Greystones.

Now that you mention Enniskerry, if there are a group of you looking to head out that general direction there are 2 paintballing places in or around Enniskerry. One's "Crossfire" and I think the other one is called "Skirmish", have a look for details online or ring directory enquiries, good bit of banter regardless of what age you are.

tanora78

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Luisella

Go to Italy or France, they don't have stupid under 21 laws. You can get in any club!

Frank66

Hi,
new to the boards and Dublin. Checked the retro pages and music but didn't find any answers.
Is there a good 80's night somewhere in the city? Pop 80's ok(Jacko, Madonna etc) but a dj that goes a little deeper with Siouxie, New Order, Icicle Works and such. We had a great one back home and am looking for something like it here.

Thanks!

JuliusCaesar

Hi Frank, you'll prob get more answers in Region - East - Dublin

affroman69

im sure most people understand were im coming from in saying that there is only so many new "dates" you can go on (i mean the actual places you go not the men/women you go with)

was just wondering if anybody had any ideas of were to go or what to do for a fun night out in Dublin??

cheers

Effigy

heya, subscribe to Dublin Guide for free events. It comes out every week and has loads of info!

Awesome-O

depends what you're into, the laughter lounge is always good, can be pricey so the international would be a cheaper alternative http://www.theinternationalcomedyclub.com/
it's a small, cosy room, good for getting up close!

or something fun like the ghost bus, I'd love a date to bring me on that!

spear thrower

If your going to the International Bar get there early before 9 or you will not get in only fits bout 50 people..

Awesome-O

spear thrower wrote: »

If your going to the International Bar get there early before 9 or you will not get in only fits bout 50 people..

ha yeh, it's no fun if u have to stand squashed down the back!

kjt

Photowalk tonight if anybody's interested - More info on my photography blog.

Whispered

Do the viking splash tour! It's great fun. (Ok so it's mainly for kids and you need to be willing to shout at strangers, but I loved it)

Turty3

I've one week off work coming up (the first week of August) and I'm hanging out in Dublin for the week. What are the top must-see or must-do things that you'd recommend?

Mimikyu

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Third_Echelon

The Dublin Bus Tour is actually quite good...

kenon

Captain Morgan wrote: »

Never gone myself but a trip to the Guinness Storehouse is meant to be good. Link

Jameson brewery is quite good.

mikedragon32

Moved from Travel & Holidays

lslola

Hey guys,
Goin on a first date at the weekend and just wondering where would a nice place to go be??
Heard Dakota is suppose to be a nice spot but any other reccomendations would be greatly appreciated....