Timeline
10:00
Arrive at the Irish Museum of Modern Art as it opens. Spend the morning exploring the modern and contemporary art collections in the elegant 1684 Royal Hospital building. The courtyard and formal gardens are perfect for a quiet start.
11:30
Walk 11 minutes to Butlers Chocolate Cafe. Grab a hot chocolate and a slice of their famous chocolate cake. It is a cozy spot to recharge before heading out.
12:00
Walk 45 minutes east to St Stephen's Green. This garden square and public park was designed by William Sheppard. It is a peaceful place to sit and watch the city life go by, surrounded by mature trees and the lake.
Local tip
The museum is free, but checking the opening hours for your specific day is wise. St Stephen's Green is a large park; you can enter from several streets, so look for the main gates near Grafton Street for the easiest access.
Check before you go
- Irish Museum of Modern Art: Tu-Sa 10:00-17:30; Su 12:00-17:30
- Butlers Chocolate Cafe: Mo-We 06:15-19:00, Th-Fr 06:15-19:30, Sa 07:30-19:00, Su 08:00-19:00
- Tram to James's is the recommended way to reach the museum.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Dublin (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).