Here’s how to make the most of your Christmas time in Dublin
Winter in Dublin is nothing short of magical. While the possibility of snow in the city – or the country – is small, to be honest, festive lights and decorations, Christmas markets, and the coziness of cafes and restaurants will let you get into the mood for winter. And there’s more: great indoor and outdoor activities from cocktail classes to Christmas light tours and city trips with visits to the Christmas market. We’ll let you know about the best winter activities in Dublin!
Warm-up indoors with Irish Coffee and winter-themed cocktail classes at the Irish Whiskey Museum
Are you looking for a creative and social activity and a drink to warm you up from the inside? Then a visit to the Irish Whiskey Museum might be the perfect plan for you. Here, you’ll not only learn about the history of Irish whiskey, but you can also take part in one of the winter-themed cocktail or Irish coffee classes. Either way, it’s a cozy and fun way to spend a cold winter afternoon or evening. Have a look at their website for more information and at the blog for inspiration on hot drinks with Irish whiskey to mix for yourself!
Enjoy the city’s christmas lights and get into the festive mood
Nothing makes you feel like a child at Christmas again like festive lights and decorations – and there are many of them in Dublin! To experience the best of them in one go, you can join the City Sightseeing Christmas lights tour. Hop on one of our red buses and experience Dublin’s illuminated streets and iconic landmarks while enjoying the warmth and some free chocolate inside the bus! The tours start each day until Christmas at 5:30 and 7:30 pm.
Christmas Family Fun AND great photos at the World of Illusion
World of Illusion is a great indoor experience for everyone who is curious about the science behind optical illusions. And for anyone who just enjoys the fun of them. Whether you see yourself countless times in infinity mirrors, walk the vortex tunnel or visit the gravity-defying room, fun is a given at this attraction, especially for families. In December, this family fun gets another upgrade with Grinchmas at the World of Illusion: Keep an eye out for the green mischief maker, as he might be popping up throughout the attraction to surprise you or to join you in front of the camera for festive and fun holiday photos.
Visit the Christmas markets in Dublin, Galway and Belfast
Festive lights, a hot mulled wine or punch in your hands, Christmas music in your ears and the smell of waffles in the air – December is also the time for visits to the Christmas market. As the biggest city in Ireland, Dublin of course has a stunning Christmas market which is always worth a visit, not only because of its beautiful location in the court of Dublin Castle. However, if you want to experience the Christmas spirit in other cities, Galway and Belfast are also great choices.
In Galway, the Christmas market is located in Eyre Square and features a whole Christmas village, a carousel, a Ferris wheel, and a lot more to give you the perfect holiday experience. In Belfast, the cozy Christmas vibe meets urban atmosphere right in the grounds of Belfast City Hall. Here, more than 100 traders from all the around the world and, of course, Northern Ireland, offer their authentic crafts, foods and drinks to visitors.
You don’t know how to get there? Why not combine sightseeing and a festive experience and visit Galway and Belfast during a day trip?
Enjoy all the indoor and outdoor winter activities in Dublin!
The capital’s winter activities offer something for everyone and for every weather! Enjoy the coziness indoors and opt for a spirit to warm your heart or follow your – and your family’s – curiosity to the World of Illusions. Or indulge yourself fully into the Christmas vibes when catching the festive lights in Dublin or visiting Christmas markets across Ireland. Whatever you choose, there is simply no chance that you’ll be the Grinch this Christmas season in Dublin.
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