Positively the most wonderful street I know in an Irish town - no big brands - no global players - instead you find diverse small shops, colourful window displays, little places. This is the perfect "high street" that's exotic - not to mention that it's littered with places to hangout over tea, coffee & other drinks. Known locally as "Clon" - Ireland's best.
Nearby - you must visit Inchydoney Beach, with it's two strands - great for gentle walking on sand, even wind-surfing...
A great garden in the grounds of a now ruined home in county Kilkenny. The gardens are in the process of renovation from their former glory back in the early 20th Century and there is so much to see. The monkey puzzle tree walk and the walled garden are my favourites.
This is spectacular & exotic - right out of another age.
Around the corner from Grafton Street, you walk in the footsteps of James Joyce - soak up the feel of literary Dublin.
Inside around the bar you may meet characters you'll never forget because this pub attracts unusual people with a wide range of interests. Here be storytelling - if that's your thing.
The sound of Dublin accents is everywhere.
At "evening time, you will witness the huge trade which is done in fresh salmon, smoked salmon and crab dishes. There is also a full range of hot meals and salads to compliment these and, as often as not, you can enjoy a lunch or an evening meal of oysters and Guinness" - says the website.
Every time I can I drop in here.
The only City Bar I know where the Gents affords one the chance of a drop of rain on the back of the head. (If you don't know just go and visit). Sandwiches that defy modern convention on portion control can be had with mugs of tea or pints of Beamish. Clientele is like the decor - varied and interesting if a little worse for wear.
