Dublin, the capital of Ireland is rich in history and culture. Guniness storehouse is the number one most visited site in Ireland. Nearby is the Book of Kells, at Trinity College Dublin. Other places of interest include:
Temple Bar to check out the nightlife and entertainment
Dublin Castle & St. Patrick’s Cathedral guided tours give a great sense of Ireland’s past.
Jameson Distillery Tours
Take a trip from the capital to Glendalough, County Wicklow
A day trip to Belfast from Dublin is highly recommended