Local Attractions
Dublin is a vibrant city, and has so much to offer our visitors, both young and old. For information on upcoming events, concerts and general tourist information, please visit www.visitdublin.com, the official website for Dublin Tourism.
SHOPPING
Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
Days Hotel Park West is conveniently located just a 5 minute drive from one of Irelands largest shopping and leisure destinations, with shops, restaurants, cinema and free car parking. Definitely worth a visit! www.liffeyvalley.ie
Dundrum Town Centre
Dundrum Shopping Centre is Ireland's largest shopping centre, newly opened in 2007. It is located south on the M50 just a 25 minute drive from Days Hotel Park West. This is an amazing centre, with cutting edge design and offers all high street stores including House of Fraser and Harvey Nichols, along with cinema, restaurants, bars and night club. www.dundrum.ie
Kildare Village Shopping
Kildare Village Outlet Shopping, is located just 40 minutes south of Days Hotel Park West. Designer labels at discount prices in this super outlet village including Ralf Lauren, Calvin Klein, Levis, Coast, Monsoon, Molton Brown and many more.
Temple Bar
Temple Bar, Dublin's "left bank", is home to a number of offbeat clothing and record shops amongst the myriad of restaurants, traditional bars & nightclubs.
SIGHTSEEING
Dublin city is 9km from the hotel and easily accessible by public transport.
Dublin Castle
The heart of historic Dublin, Dublin Castle is a breathtaking attraction that should be on any visitor's must-see list. www.dublincastle.ie
St Patrick's Cathedral
Now high on the Dublin sightseeing agenda St Patrick's Cathedral is traditionally the site of a holy well used by St Patrick for baptisms. The church dates back to late 5th century. www.stpatrickscathedral.ie
Trinity College and Old Library
Founded in 1592, the University of Dublin Trinity College is one of the most famous educational institutions in the world. Among its many attractions are the Book of Kells. www.tcd.ie
Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is a building reborn. It is the home of Guinness, a world-class visitor attraction where you can go on an incredible journey through the history and making of the world famous stout. www.guinness-storehouse.com
St Stephens Green
St. Stephens green is a 27 acre peaceful oasis in the middle of Dublin City. The park has many statues including memorials to Yeats and James Joyce. It’s a great place to go in the summer time for people watching or having lunch or to feed the ducks and wander around and see the beautiful display of flowers and fountains.
Old Jameson Distillery
Originally built in 1780; the Old Jameson Distillery once considered one of the largest and finest distilleries in the world has been recreated to its former glory. www.jameson.ie
Dublin Zoo
Take your children on an educational experience around Dublin Zoo. There is a world of animals and a heap of surprises waiting for you at Dublin Zoo. www.dublinzoo.ie
Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens (48km from hotel)
Formed in 1945, the stud is an International tourist attraction. There are daily tours of the stud and gardens, along with a restaurant and ample parking.
MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES
The National Gallery
The National Gallery in Merrion Square, displays a collection of more than 2000 European and Irish paintings. www.nationalgallery.ie
The Irish Museum of Modern Art
The Irish Museum of Modern Art at Kilmainham is Ireland's contemporary art Mecca, displaying Irish and International art in one of Ireland's finest buildings. www.modernart.ie
The National Museum
The National Museum in Kildare Street holds one of the world's largest collections of Bronze Age Gold. www.museum.ie
THEATRE AND MUSIC/CONCERT VENUES
Abbey Theatre
www.abbeytheatre.ie
Andrew's Lane Theatre
www.andrewslane.com
Gaiety Theatre
www.gaietytheatre.ie
The National Concert Hall
www.nch.ie
Gate Theatre
www.gate-theatre.ie
RDS – Music Venue
Croke Park – Open Air Concert Venue
www.aikenpromotions.ie
www.mcd.ie
GOLF
Druids Glen Golf Club (55km from hotel)
Royal Dublin Golf Course (16km from hotel)
www.theroyaldublingolfclub.com
Portmarnock Golf Club (25km from hotel)
The K Club (25km from hotel)
www.kclub.com
Tulfarris Golf Club (37km from hotel)
HORSE RACING
The Curragh race course (40km from hotel)
Leopardstown race course (20km from hotel)
Punchestown race course (32km from hotel)
For more information on any of the above please contact our sales department on res@dayshotelparkwest.com
Irish National Stud, Co. Kildare
Ha'penny Bridge Dublin City
