James & Emily
Dublin - Pre-Wedding
Before the wedding, we will be hanging out for a few days in Dublin. If you're planning to the do the same, we've organized some room blocks for your convenience, and have some suggestions on things to do while there!
Where to Stay
We've organized some room blocks for a slight discount than the going rate, but please feel free to stay wherever you are most comfortable! Dublin has been ranked the 4th most walkable city in the world, so it's very easy to get around. We have a Marriott and a Hilton hotel below for those that want to book with points.
Please note: if you'd like to use the room blocks, they need to be booked at least 90 days in advance!
Trinity City Hotel
Locally owned hotel, offering €275 for single occupancy or €285 for double occupancy - all include breakfast. This is where James & Emily will be staying, and where the transportation will be leaving from on Monday, June 15 to get to the castle!
Clicking 'Booking Link' below will get you to the booking link for the wedding block.
Moxy Dublin City
​Marriott hotel, offering €275 for single occupancy or €285 for double occupancy - all include breakfast.
Clicking 'Booking Link' below will get you to the booking link for the wedding block.
The Alex
Boutique hotel, discount code offers 10% off best refundable rate with breakfast. The discount code SPECIAL10BB will work at any hotels in their collection - if you'd like to see what other options they have, scroll to the bottom of the page in the URL.​
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City
We were unable to secure a block or discount code, but for the Hilton lovers, there is a HGI that is right in the middle of Dublin city on the water.
Once You're There
Below is a random assortment of things to do, places to eat and drink and where to shop while in Dublin!
Cafe Rouge - French Bistro
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Fizz Contemporary Art Museum
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The Royal Gardens
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Once You're There
Below is a few activities that we would recommend while there! There is also plenty of shopping, eating, and drinking to do - see the map at the top of the page for some of our faves!
Guinness Storehouse Tour
Emily's favorite place on earth! The storehouse offers a self guided tour with a few different options for add-ons, ending in the amazing Gravity Bar looking over the city. You can book tickets 6 months in advance - popular times will sell out as we get closer so I highly recommend booking in advance.
Strawberry Walking Tours
We are huge fans of free walking tours - you get the best guides that are usually extremely entertaining, and you get to tip at the end to reflect what you think the tour is worth. The Dublin tour gives you a great overview of the city's history in about 2.5 hours.
Jameson Distillery Tour
For the whiskey lovers, head over to Bow St for a Jameson distillery tour and tasting, or even a cocktail making class! You can book these tickets about 6 months in advance.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
This previously Catholic cathedral (now Anglican) is of the main sites to see, right in the heart of Dublin. Beyond a ticketed visit which can be booked 3 months in advance, there are masses Saturday & Sunday mornings if you are interested in attending.
Dublin Castle
13th century castle in Dublin city center, with a rich history of both English rule & Irish rule.
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You can book tickets for either a self guided or guided tour 15 days in advance. The guided tours do sell out in the summer months relatively quickly.
Trinity College Old Library
Regarded as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, you can visit the college grounds & see one of the oldest manuscripts in the world called the Book of Kells, considered a national treasure for Irish culture.
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You can book tour tickets online around 6 months in advance - these do sell out in the summer months!