Planet Dublin Tours

23/01/2025

Ireland weather forcast for Friday 24th January 2025 looks frightening.

The whole country will be locked down as the warning from the Met office states that all public transport will not be in operation, schools will close, and lots of business will not be opened.

So please do not phone me and ask me to take you to view The Cliffs of Moher.

But if you would like to visit them in the near future when it's safe, then please get in contact with me.

21/01/2025

Dublin Castle was built between 1204 and completed in 1230, and it was the seat of the British administration in Ireland. It was built under the orders of King John.

Originally, the castle had 4 round stone towers at each corner connected with a high curtain wall. Today, there is only one of the original stone towers standing.

The castle was destroyed in the 17th century when a fire spread through the residence rooms and corridors. Today, the castles architecture is more of a Georgian style.

The buildings within the castle complex have so much to view and admire. The Chapel Royal has over 100 busts on the exterior facade, and the Dubh Linn gardens have eels that watch your every move!

Self guided and guided tours are available.

Planet Dublin Tours provides private tours for you to enjoy in Dublin.

16/01/2025

One of my favourite places to visit in Dublin. The tour guides are brilliant in Glasnevin cemetery. You can tell that they love their job as they are always so passionate about providing the historical tour in a beautiful historical cemetery. Well done to all the staff.

16/01/2025

Ag Crú na Gréine by Jackie McKenna (2003)

Throughout Dublin City, you can view many historical figures and sculptures that are located on street's or buildings.

There are many locations that have sculptures of animals, from bears to bulls.

This bronze cow is now located in the garden of the city council's offices on Wood Quay, Dublin.

15/01/2025

The Dublin docklands is looking beautiful on a bright January morning.

The transformation of the area is unimaginable from the time of the Dublin dockers loading and unloading ships to the new modern buildings that are occupied by tech & financial companies.

Planet Dublin Tours provides private sighseeing tours in Dublin. We can provide transport if you want to sit back and relax, or we can arrange a private bespoke walking tour just for you.

13/01/2025

Took a visit into the Bank of Ireland's building on College Green and visited the Old House of Lords chamber.

Although more commonly known merely as ‘the Bank of Ireland’ after its current occupants, the building is officially titled the Irish Houses of Parliament, having been commissioned to act as a parliamentary chamber.

£6,000 in old money was spent on the building, which was designed by an architect called Edward Lovett Pearse – who knew exactly what a parliament house would need, given that he was himself an MP.

Pearse died young, however, so its many extensions were designed by the legendary James Gandon, who is also responsible for the Custom House, the Four Courts, and the King’s Inns.

09/01/2025

In 2025, you will need an ETA to visit Northern Ireland – whether you're arriving there directly or via the Republic of Ireland.

You do not need an ETA to visit the Republic of Ireland.

An ETA costs £10 per applicant and is valid for multiple journeys to Northern Ireland within two years.

What is an ETA?

The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is a new requirement that grants permission to travel to the UK, including Northern Ireland. Everyone including children who enter or transit through the UK, including Northern Ireland, must apply. However, you don’t need an ETA if you’re a British or Irish citizen. The ETA is electronically linked to your passport.

Is the ETA a visa?

No, the ETA is not a visa. All other entry requirements into the UK, including Northern Ireland, will remain unchanged. Find out more information on passports and visa requirements.

08/01/2025

Dublin Icons!

Philip Lynott
Oscar Wilde

Dublin is an amazing city that produces amazing people. If Philip & Oscar were alive at the same time, I'm sure they would have shared a drink or 2.

# dublinpeople

08/01/2025

Most of Ireland is under a blanket of snow, and the temperatures are in the negative.

Dublin City is icy and covered in a heavy fog.

Stay warm and safe, and if possible, do not leave the home.

04/01/2025

Bono has been awarded the Presidental Medal of Freedom by US President Joe Biden.

It's amazing what Paul has achieved in his lifetime. I walked past his family house in Finglas, Dublin, where he grew up, and I do be so proud of him.

Well done to this northside Dubliner who grew up on Cederwood Road, Finglas, Dublin.

The medal is the highest civilian honour available in the US.