Yesterday we landed in the pouring rain;(. We took a bus to center city Dublin and found our hotel. We were not able to check in and take a nap so we got on a BigBus, hop on, hop off bus and I promptly fell asleep for at least 1/3rd of the 90 minute ride. We were under cover, thank goodness.
When we were able to check in to our hotel we napped for several hours and headed to Murray’s (an excellent place next door to our hotel). It had cleared for a bit and we saw the sun. We decided to take a walk after dinner and promptly got soaked!!! Time for bed!
Today, May 13th, we were greeted with plentiful sunshine. After a very good breakfast we headed to Trinity College and the Book of Kells tour. (See some photos below). After the tour it was time for lunch and we headed to St. Stephens Green with some carry out. Following lunch we wandered down Grafton Street, a pedestrian only area with high end shops. I found a great gelato shop and indulged in some chocolate as we strolled to what was to be our highlight of the day – a Walking Tour of Dublin with Colm Hogan who provided a great history of Ireland and regaled us with several Irish Ballads. Of course after a walking tour it was time for Guinness for Connie and sparkling water for Laurette:). Happy hour was followed by a visit to the “Temple Bar” neighborhood on the south side of the River Liffey. Found an excellent Italian place named of all things Pinocchio’s! An after dinner stroll led to a variety of pubs playing music. The end of a great day.
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