Ireland v Scotland. Dublin 2018
Discussion
Ok. I am heading for Dublin on the Friday morning before the the match,staying till the Sunday night. Basically I want to know the best places for a few pints of the black stuff, good singalong Ronnie Drew ,Christy Moore style. I’ve got my Dublin Pass and intend to use it to the full extent. I’m over the oap age and don’t need clubs and discos or whatever you call them now.
My wife and I will be staying in the centre and therefore require good pubs and restaurants. I’m more of a fish supper man myself so we don’t need any fancy food . Any thoughts on this would be much appreciated. Larry.
My wife and I will be staying in the centre and therefore require good pubs and restaurants. I’m more of a fish supper man myself so we don’t need any fancy food . Any thoughts on this would be much appreciated. Larry.
majordad said:
Actually , the Temple Bar Inn , in Temple Bar is good, and not a rip off.
Avoid The Auld Dubliner in Temple Bar. Rip off central.Actually I'd avoid Temple Bar altogether unless it's your first visit. You'll find much better bars for pre/post match pints closer to the Aviva. The general Temple Bar area is a tourist trap.
We were there for the last Ireland v Scotland six nations 2 years ago ,enjoyed the craic so much that’s why were going back. Last time we did the temple bar area, found it to be alright but as posts say a little bit of a tourist trap. As regards the centre we are actually staying at the Gresham . O’ Connell Street. Thanks for everyone’s help so far .
The Gresham is alright, the good thing about it is that you are just around the corner from Croke Park, the home of sport in Dublin. A visit to Croker is worth it for the Skyline tour alone. If you like an oul bit of traditional music the Cobblestone in Smithfield is a hidden gem. It's right beside a LUAS stop so you can save your legs for dancing. Enjoy your trip.
A visit to the Guinness Store House is also well worth doing, especially if you actually drink the stuff.
A visit to the Guinness Store House is also well worth doing, especially if you actually drink the stuff.
As you like a fish supper, you could check out Beshoff's. Turn left out of the Gresham and it's about a two minute walk without leaving O'Connell Street. If you enjoy Asian food, go to Parnell Street (right from the Gresham) where you will find several "basic" but good restaurants. Some very good food at great prices but don't expect fancy service or surroundings.
Opposite side of O'Connell Street you'll find the GPO which may interest you if you like history. Croke Park, as has been said, is well worth a visit.
On match day, you can walk or take the DART which will take you direct to the Aviva. You could visit The Bridge 1859 in Ballsbridge before or after the game. It's not a rugby bar but is owned by Sean O'Brien, Jamie Heaslip and the Kearney brothers.
Opposite side of O'Connell Street you'll find the GPO which may interest you if you like history. Croke Park, as has been said, is well worth a visit.
On match day, you can walk or take the DART which will take you direct to the Aviva. You could visit The Bridge 1859 in Ballsbridge before or after the game. It's not a rugby bar but is owned by Sean O'Brien, Jamie Heaslip and the Kearney brothers.
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