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9 fun things to do in Dublin on a rainy day

With the time flying by and Autumn closing in, it's fair to say we've yet to really see a decent spell of weather in the capital.

It feels like whenever there has been a lovely sunny period, it is interrupted by more cloud and rain.

However, that's not all bad news when you're looking for things to do in The Big Smoke.

Here's our list of the best things to do on a rainy day.

Have a Pint in the oldest pub in the country

The Brazen Head Public House (Youtube)

This spot was opened around 1198, and serves incredible Irish stew and a variety of drinks.

It also has live music from 9pm every night!

Interestingly, when Robert Emmet led the Irish Rebellion against Britain in 1803, he is said to have used the Brazen Head for meetings until his execution for high treason against the King.

Take shelter in Kilmainham Gaol

Kilmainham Gaol (Getty)

Kilmainham Gaol is a great place for a tour that thoroughly outlines Ireland's journey to independence from the 1780s onwards.

Chances are, you'd want to get there early on a rainy day as tours are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tour the 'Dead-Zoo'

The National History Museum - aka the Dead Zoo (The National History Museum of Ireland)

This is the nickname given to the National History museum.

There are skeletons and stuffed animals dating back thousands of years, from small to large.

Test your skills in Stillorgan's 'Skill-Zone'

(Skillzone.ie)

 

Skill Zone is Dublin’s first multi-sport indoor circuit, testing you out in a wide range of sport challenges.

This includes a 6m Racing Wall, Batting Cages, Rugby, Soccer, Tennis, Golf Chipping, Target Practice, Hang Tough, Gaelic and Basketball.

Visit 'Vaults Live'

Some of the characters appearing at The Vaults Tourist Attraction (Lorraine O'Sullivan)

A cracking spot for tourists and locals alike, you will meet fearsome Viking invaders before joining a good old fashioned sing-song with Molly Malone under the same roof.

A visit to The Vaults in The Liberties is a must at least once.

Stop by the 'Little Museum of Dublin'

Inside the Little Museum Of Dublin at St Stephen's Green (Getty)

This museum, located just off Stephen's Green, is open seven days a week between 9.30am and 5pm.

The museum is available to view by guided tours that take place every hour on the hour.

Rated 4.5 on TripAdvisor, of 9060 reviews, a highly impressive 6,359 have reviewed it as 'excellent'.

Challenge yourself in an escape room

(Incognito Escape Room Dublin)

 

An escape room is a live­‐action team­‐based game where players work together to discover clues, solve puzzles, and accomplish tasks in rooms in order to progress to a specific goal in a limited amount of time.

There are numerous of these scattered around the city centre, including 'Incognito Escape Room' in The Liberties and 'AdventureRooms Dublin' just of Parnell Street.

Kick back and relax in the 'Tea Garden'

Tea Garden (Facebook)

 

This unique spot has a modern Oriental décor that sets a relaxing mood, with soft couches and scattered floor cushions that add to the laid-back vibe and intimate atmosphere.

They sell food, tea, and even nicotine and tar-free shishas and is open 11-00am to 11:00pm every day.

Have a drink and a game of pool in 'The hideout'

The Hideout Dublin (Facebook)

This is a deadly BYOB Pool Hall in South William Street in the city centre.

You can play pool and enjoy a few beers in the cosy downstairs.

There are both English and American tables, table tennis, foosball tables, many fridges and a jukebox.

Notable mentions: Buskers Bar, Token, Jam Park in Swords, Guinness Storehouse, EPIC museum, Awesome Walls climbing centre.

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