~ Delights of Dublin in Three Days ~

“The World is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper” – W.B. Yeats

First Night

During my stay in the UK I took the chance to hop across the Channel to see my neighbour and friend from Perth. She was also on a visit back to her home country.

I flew Ryan Air from Stansted Airport, being the most convenient for me. I meticulously measured my case and bag and weighed each but wasn’t challenged on either. An hour or two on these flights is enough as they are not made for comfort.

  • Starting the trip right at Weatherspoons

First views of Dublin

We were staying in the infamous Temple Bar area at the Temple Bar Hotel. I had a room overlooking the street on the fourth floor. It could have been in the bar itself for all noise at night!

Our first night’s dinner was at the Fire Steakhouse and Bar, the most impressive restaurant I’ve ever been in. With incredible vaulted ceilings and stained glass windows, it feels as if you are an art museum. It is built next to the Mansion House, the residence of the Lord Mayor. He is often known to have dinner in the Supper Room.

  • Roast whole flat Irish sea fish of the day,
    Sun-blush tomato & thyme brown butter, spinach
Outside the Lord Mayor’s Residence

Of course we couldn’t end the night there, so Brigid suggested a bar for a cocktail, and never one to turn down a cocktail off we went.

We walked to the iconic Cafe En Seine, a fantastically art nouveau style bar housed in an historic building. Complete with doric columns and glass panelled ceilings, there were booths to sit in or small cosy corners in front of fireplaces.

Wood and glass panelled bar
Pull up a seat
Cosy Corners
Two elegant ladies

Dublin is enveloped in history and tomorrow I plan to explore the sights this wonderful town has to offer. (For Marsha’s Wednesday Quotes)

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Author: Alison

Hi A nanny of two and a mum of two adult children, mum to two fur babies and wife of one. I love to travel and up until recently travelled the world, now exploring Western Australia! I play bridge, board games, read dance and blog in my spare time.

35 thoughts on “~ Delights of Dublin in Three Days ~”

  2. I have never had anything except a great time in Dublin – and Temple Bar is just massive fun despite how busy and noisy it is. There’s quite a chance we’ll get back there this year for a quick break. Enjoy the rest of yours!

  4. You really made the most of your trip to the UK, Ali. I’ve only spent a couple of hours in Dublin but it seems to be a city with a lot to recommend it. 🤗💗

    1. It’s a wonderful city for a few days and also for a base to visit places further away ..very expensive though

    1. Thanks Sarah, I don’t seem to have much time to do anything at the moment, catching up with friends and relatives

  10. I’m enveloped in drool, wanting to be right there with you on your wonderful trip. Your pictures are inviting, and like you say, “enveloped in history.” I can’t wait for the next installment!

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  13. I’ll definitely visit that restaurant the next time I’m in Dublin.
    I’m glad you enjoyed it there. We’re well overdue a visit!

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    1. Thanks Teresa, haven’t done too much blogging or commenting, have been busy with my parents
      On my way home now 😊

  16. You’ve featured a Dublin I don’t recognise at all – so elegant & fancy! To be fair, we visited decades ago 😆

    Such fun to catch up with friends in such a lively ambience!

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