Dublin’s best outdoor adventures: 3 days of fresh-air fun

An award-winning restoration of 16th-century windmills, Skerries Mills is quite a sight. Delve into more than 500 years of industrial history and get stuck in with an interactive tour. Don't miss out on the windmills in Skerries as well!

Newbridge House and its inhabitants have played a vital role in the local area for centuries. Follow an expert tour guide to learn about three centuries of Irish history, taking in the unrivalled artwork collections and original furnishings of this elegant home.More About Newbridge Farm near DublinAttention all travelers and visitors of Dublin, Ireland! The Newbridge Farm is located just a short drive outside of Dublin in the town of Newbridge. Here, you'll find acres of rolling green hills, a beautiful working farm, and even a museum showcasing beautiful artwork and furniture. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the beauty of Newbridge Farm and all that Dublin has to offer with the Go City® Dublin Pass!Built to the bespoke requirements of James Gibbs in 1747, Newbridge House stands as a graceful example of Georgian architecture. Since Gibbs's tenure, the house has passed from generation to generation of the Cobbe family.Your tour also includes a look around Newbridge Farm - one of the few examples of a traditional working farm open to visitors. Stop by and say hello to the farm’s Shetland ponies, chicks and bunnies on this fascinating guided tour.

A 15-minute drive from the capital and at the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, Airfield Estate in Dundrum is a working dairy farm complete with woodlands, a vineyard and greenhouse gardens. From 1894 to 1993, it was the family home and working farm of the enterprising and generous Overend sisters, Letitia and Naomi, who left Airfield in 1994.With a farm and dairy, food and ornamental gardens, café and heritage experience, Airfield is a wonderful opportunity to learn about food, farming, gardens, growing, history and heritage, in a natural and relaxed environment.Overends café is a perfect place to enjoy a taste of Airfield on a plate with fresh seasonal vegetables, herbs, eggs, fruit, dairy produce and meat from the farm.There are a range of activities that take place across the farm so be sure to check them out during your visit!

Can you think of a better way to get acquainted with this fair city? We thought not. This excellent tasting tour leads you away from the tourist trail to some places only the locals know. You’ll travel through time sampling traditional Irish drinks along the way, all while enjoying a range of quintessentially Dublin pubs.Okay, so this isn't quite a Dublin Food Tour, as it is a Dublin Drink Tour! You will learn all there is to know behind Irish ale, cider, whiskey and stout in the heart of Dublin’s fair city, quenching your thirst in four authentic locations.Your guide will make recommendations but ultimately, what you sample is for you to decide.Not only that, but your brilliant and knowledgeable guide will also let you in on a little history to drink in with your beverages. These stories, secrets, and rituals you’ll hear about will set you up to become an expert on Ireland’s most famous exports!

Located in the Phoenix Park in the heart of Dublin city, this is one of Ireland’s most popular attractions.Dublin Zoo, home to more than 400 animals, is one of the most popular attractions for travellers exploring Dublin. With the Go City® Dublin Pass, you can enjoy incredible savings on over 40 attractions in Dublin, including the famous Dublin Zoo. Whether you're a curious traveler or just a local looking to discover more of what your city has to offer, Go City® is your ultimate partner to exploring Dublin. Don't miss out on this chance to see Dublin Zoo's incredible animal species, from royal lions to cute penguins. Get your Dublin Zoo tickets today and let the adventure begin!Home to species from all over the world, you can explore at your own pace, as well as attending some of the daily talks and feedings to learn more about these incredibly creatures. Little ones will love getting stuck in at the interactive discover and learning centre.

This murder mystery is inspired by true events. As an investigator, it is your duty to solve this mysterious disappearance.Along this murder mystery city walk, you must gather sufficient evidence and indict the right suspect to ensure the safety of Dublin's streets. It turns out that there are many possible suspects and the hunt to find the murderer is more challenging than expected...You'll cover approximately 1 mile and it's expected to take around 2 hours to complete, but as this is a self-guided tour, you can complete the game at your leisure!Once you and your team have solved the mystery, you can play the Investigator Personality Quiz included in your experience. Are you a logical thinker, a quick problem solver, a natural leader, or calm under pressure? Find out all about your investigator personalities after you've solved the mystery!

Hop aboard this Big Bus tour, and enjoy Ireland's stunning coastal scenery as you travel to one of the country's prettiest villages. Howth has charm in spades, making it a lovely spot to spend an afternoon with an ice cream in hand. Its history is speckled with stories of Vikings and Normans, many of which you'll learn about with this tour's guided walk.Upon arriving in Howth, you'll explore the wild headlands overlooking the dramatic Dublin Bay, with your driver as your guide. You'll visit the best vantage points where you can look out for gannets, seals, puffins and other wildlife.You'll then have time to enjoy the pretty village of Howth. Take a stroll along the pier, and perhaps visit one of the local restaurants to try some of the best seafood in the area.