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Sunset

Golden Hour at Hugh Lane

Start with a drink, catch the light, and end the evening in style.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:06

    The Oval

    Grab a pint and a plate of Irish stew at The Oval. It is a good spot for a mixed age group and features pictures of old Irish celebrities.

  2. 15:51

    Hugh Lane Gallery

    Walk to Hugh Lane Gallery. Browse the contemporary Irish art and Francis Bacon’s relocated studio before the crowds arrive.

  3. 16:36

    Hugh Lane Gallery

    Find a window or the entrance area to watch the sun set toward the SW. The gallery’s location offers a clear view of the twilight fading over the city.

  4. 17:06

    Palace Bar

    Head to Palace Bar for a nightcap. The traditional decor and snug booths provide a cozy end to the evening.

Local tip

The Oval serves excellent Irish stew, so order early if you want to sit down and eat before heading to the gallery. Palace Bar is open until 23:30 on weekdays.

Check before you go

  • Hugh Lane Gallery is closed on Mondays. Open Tu-Sa 10:00-17:00 and Su 11:00-17:00.
  • The Oval is open Mo-Th 10:30-23:30; Fr,Sa 10:30-00:30; Su 12:30-23:00.
  • Palace Bar is open Mo-Th,Su 12:00-23:30; Fr,Sa 12:00-00:30.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Dublin (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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