DK Travel : Dublin

One of the most popular capitals in Europe, Dublin is a city steeped in history. Huddled together within a small vicinity you’ll find Viking remains, medieval cathedrals and churches, Georgian squares and excellent museums. But it’s not just about buildings – music, theatre, literature and pubs play just as strong a part in Dublin’s atmosphere. These highlights are the must-sees for any visitor who wants to truly capture the variety and vibrancy of the city.

Eddie Rocket's City Diner

Part of a chain of 1950's themed American Diners with red vinyl booths and chrome counters. Massive portions including hamburgers, hot dogs, fries etc and milkshakes made with real ice cream.
" There ain't no finer diner"
Edmund Burke

Burke (1729–97) was born in Dublin, went to Trinity College and then to London to study law. A champion of individual liberty against the monarchy, his Reflections on the Revolution in France (1790) established his reputation.
Edna O’Brien

The Country Girls (1960) is O’Brien’s (b.1930) most well-known novel to date.
Eglinton Manor

This imposing, 19th-century listed building is a wonderful place to stay, with eight guest-rooms and an executive suite, all lovingly decorated with Irish crafts. There’s a beautiful marble fireplace to gather around in the lounge on cold winter nights, or, in summer, enjoy a round of golf or a horse ride, both available nearby.
Elephant and Castle

Excellent food in a very convivial atmosphere in the heart of Temple Bar. If there's more than two of you, though, you will need to book.
Elephant and Castle

The best place to eat wings - anywhere!!

As an amateur conoisseur of chicken wings I can tell you that these are the best - no words can accurately describe their greatness. Don't be put off if you don't like to use your fingers to eat (fingerbowls are provided anyway) - there are plenty of other tasty items on the menu. The salads are very tasty - we like to share a main course salad as a side dish between a few of us. Burgers are very filling - especially the Elephant Burger!

There's a nice Pinot Grigio on the wine list that seems to go with everything plus they offer cute elderflower and ginger drinks too for the tee-totallers.

I don't think I've ever made it to dessert here so can't comment - coffees are good and they used to also serve bowls of coffee & hot chocolate (as they do in Europe) which I always thought was a lovely touch.

Situated right in the heart of Temple Bar, you can go for a long walk about to walk off the meal when you've finished!
Elizabeth Bowen

Although born in Dublin, Elizabeth Bowen (1899–1973) spent much of her childhood in Cork. Her years in London are evoked in her novels, including The Heat of the Day (1949).
Emo Court

Designed in 1790 for the Earl of Portarlington, this is another fine example of architect James Gandon’s work (see City Hall), and his interiors in this lovely house remain unchanged. The fine gardens are divided into two sections: the Grapery leads you down to a lakeside walk; the Cluckery acquired its name from the nuns who used to reside here.
Ennis

This likeable little town, with its bright shopfronts and music pubs, first grew up in the 13th century around the Franciscan community of Ennis Friary. Shut down in 1692, the abbey fell into ruin but what survives – mostly 15th-century – includes the richly carved MacMahon Tomb.
Enniskerry

Yet another pretty Wicklow village with a smattering of designer shops: up-market gifts for the home in Enniskerry Trading Company, and great wine and cheese in Murtagh’s Fine Foods and Wines.

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