50+ Fantastic Things To Do in Dublin in 2024

Written By: Gail Clifford | Published By: Perfect Days | November 14, 2024

Planning a trip to Ireland? If your starting point is Dublin, you are in luck! We have 52 fabulous things to do in Dublin you can’t miss!

Whether you visit for a weekend, a week, a month, 52 perfect days, or a lifetime, there’s always more to do in Dublin.

Dublin, the capital and largest city of Ireland, remains a great place to explore. At the mouth of the River Liffey, it’s bordered by the Irish Sea and the Wicklow Mountains range. Dublin’s surprising nature allows year-round active adventures.

More than 10% of the total U.S. population self-identifies as having Irish ancestry. So the fascination with the Emerald Isle comes as no surprise. 

52 Best Things To Do in Dublin

1. Visit the Molly Malone Statue

“It’ll bring you luck to rub her breasts,” is not a commonly heard phrase in this PC world. But start a tour at this favored statue and you’ll see tourists and Dubliners alike adhering to the tradition. She’s the start of sculptures throughout the city.

2. Find Historic Statues

Like Molly Malone, you’ll find random statues scattered around the city. There are already enough for a scavenger hunt. Check them out.