概要
Divide your time in Dublin between a panoramic driving tour and free time, which will allow you to see the well-known landmarks and explore areas off the beaten path on your own. The Vikings founded Dublin more than a millennium ago, and the capital city exudes history, especially at attractions such as St. Patrick’s Cathedral. While visiting this largest cathedral in Ireland, you will learn about its construction in the 13th century on the site where St. Patrick is said to have baptized converts around 450 AD. Other historical highlights that may be seen while driving include Dublin Castle, the seat of English rule for seven centuries, and Trinity College, which Queen Elizabeth I founded in 1592. Its library holds the Book of Kells, the priceless, hand-illuminated manuscript of the Gospels, which dates to the 9th century. During free time, you might toast the experience with a pint of Guinness in a traditional pub.