Top 3 Free Things to Do in Dublin, Ireland

3 free things to do in Dublin, Ireland.
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When it comes to cheap European destinations, Dublin isn’t on the top of the list. While the capital of Ireland is an expensive vacation destination, there are some great things to do that are completely free and will give you a deeper appreciation for the city. Here are three things that you can do in Dublin for free.

Chester Beatty Library

Often overlooked by tourists, this European library has an amazing collection of rare books, manuscripts, and drawings that date back to 2700 B.C. The museum has religious and artistic collections from the Middle East, Asia, North Africa, and Europe. In the morning there’s yoga and meditation and in the summer there are free Qi Gong sessions in the rooftop garden.

Temple Bar

Compared to Bourbon Street in New Orleans, this neighborhood is Dublin’s party hub. During the day, check out independent galleries and performance art venues and at night there are pubs filled with Irish music. Be sure to check out the Temple Bar Food Market which runs every Saturday on Meeting House Square.

St. Stephen’s Green

Spend the day outside at the beautiful park that stays green throughout the year. The park once served as a private community for the wealthiest residents of Dublin and now there’s a playground and garden for the visually impaired and several monuments of Ireland’s most important figures.