While there are plenty of great attractions in Dublin, you may have seen it all before. But if you want to discover something different, here is our selection of unusual attractions to see on your leading city break in Ireland.
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Marsh’s Library
This library, built in 1701, was the first public one of its kind in Ireland and is still used for the same purpose. Many of the collections are kept on the shelves allocated to them by the first librarian, three hundred years ago, when the library opened. The elegant interior consists of beautiful dark oak bookcases containing many old and valuable books on religion, medicine, law, science, mathematics and music because these were the areas people were most interested back them. Visit Marsh’s Library and travel back in time on your luxury heritage getaway in Dublin.

The Church
The beautifully restored former Saint Mary’s Church is arguably Dublin’s most unique bar and restaurant. No trip to the city centre is complete without a visit there. Enjoy the beauty of the stained glass window and the original Renatus Harris built organ or visit the burial crypts in the basement to realise why the Church has established itself as a “must see” destination for visitors. The Church has five different settings over four floors and offers world class cocktails, casual dining and live Irish music on your special heritage break in Dublin.

La Peniche
La Peniche is Dublin’s only floating restaurant. The barge is usually moored on the Grand Canal, but each day there are two evening cruises at 6pm and 9pm. During your time on board you will learn more about the history of Guinness and Dublin’s Grand Canal. The food served is French and Italian and as many ingredients as possible are organic, including some of the wines. Don’t forget to book in advance if you want to experience the most amazing night out on your luxury romantic break in Dublin.

GAA Museum
The Gaelic Athletic Association is Ireland’s largest sporting and cultural organisation. Its museum offers an interactive guide to the origins, development and expansion of the unique Irish games of Gaelic football, hurling, handball and camogie. It boasts a vast collection of artefacts including jerseys, trophies, medals, programmes, publications and banners which illustrate the development of Gaelic Games.