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The National Wax Museum
Date: 13th September 2024
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €18
Book NowIn addition to the famous figures that we are used to seeing in wax museums, the National Wax Museum also features the Time Vaults of Irish History and Mythology. This area recreates Ireland’s cultural heritage down through the ages. You will get up close and personal with a huge array of historical figures. Become completely immersed in Irish Historical with an experience of sight, sound, and smell.
Go from the Fantasy World where you can see Harry Potter, Mad-Eye Moody, Santa Claus, and many more to the Chamber of Horror where Bram Stoker’s Dracula sleeps and Hannibal from Silence of the Lambs is kept imprisoned.
This is a visit that you can’t miss!
*No refunds are given after Wednesday 2 PM*
The National Botanic Gardens of Ireland
Date: 16th September 2024
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 18
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowThe National Botanic Gardens of Ireland are an oasis of calm and beauty located in the centre of Glasnevin and just a short 20-minute walk from DCU. The Gardens are loved by both tourists and local visitors alike and contain important collections of plant species and cultivars from all over the world.
Join us for a walk down to the Gardens and take in all the beauty that Dublin has to offer!
the Guinness Store House
Date: 18th September 2024
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 9
Activity Cost: €25
Book NowLocated in the heart of the St. James’s Gate Brewery, the Guinness Storehouse is Ireland’s most popular tourist attraction. It’s the home of the Black Stuff, the heart of Dublin and an unforgettable start to your Irish adventure.
The journey begins at the bottom of the world’s largest pint glass and continues up through seven floors filled with interactive experiences that fuse our long brewing heritage with Ireland’s rich history. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with a pint of perfection in our world-famous rooftop Gravity Bar.
*No refunds will be given after 2 PM Monday **
Thursday Chat Club
Date: 19th September 2024
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Activity Cost: Free
Sold OutMeet your fellow students from different nationalities and update them on what you did in the last week, and what you plan to do socially in the coming weekend.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice your English language and social skills among your peers and with a native English speaker.
Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come on down to the Chat Club!
EXPLORE GLENDALOUGH!
Date: 21st September 2024
Time: 09.30 - 18:30
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 20
Activity Cost: €85
Book NowWicklow is also known as “The Garden County” for its beautiful nature. Join us as we visit Glendalough “the valley of the two lakes”.
Is it a famous religious site with amazing views and a lovely nature walk, that will still your mind, inspire your heart, and fill your soul.
Come with us to enjoy the beautiful breathtaking sights!
*No refunds are given after Wednesday 2 PM every week*
Dublin Writers Walking Tour
Date: 24th September 2024
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 19
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowJoin us on a magical trip around the sites of many of Dublin’s celebrated authors. We will visit O’Connell Street to discover Joyce’s Ulysses and the works of Oliver St John Gogarty. We will also stroll to Dublin Castle to uncover the dark secrets of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. And, visit Merrion Square to discuss the life and works of Oscar Wilde.
Thursday Chat Club
Date: 26th September 2024
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 14
Activity Cost: Free
Book NowMeet your fellow students from different nationalities and update them on what you did in the last week, and what you plan to do socially in the coming weekend.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice your English language and social skills among your peers and with a native English speaker.
Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come on down to the Chat Club!
Thursday Chat Club
Date: 26th September 2024
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: Meeting Place - Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: Free
Book NowMeet your fellow students from different nationalities and update them on what you did in the last week, and what you plan to do socially in the coming weekend.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice your English language and social skills among your peers and with a native English speaker.
Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come on down to the Chat Club!
National Gallery of Ireland
Date: 27th September 2024
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 12
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowThe National Gallery of Ireland boasts some 2,500 paintings and approximately 10,000 other works in different media including watercolours, drawings, prints and sculptures. Every major European school of painting is extensively represented here and it also houses a renowned collection of Irish paintings.
It is located in the heart of Dublin, a short stroll from Trinity College and Merrion Square. After marvelling at the amazing works that the gallery has to offer, take a walk over to Merrion Square Park, one of the finest and most intact examples of Georgian urban design in Dublin city. This attractive central park features colourful flowers, statues and shrub beds and is the ideal place to rest and enjoy a bit of tranquillity after a long day of exploring Dublin. Make sure to look out for the statue of Oscar Wilde reclining on the rock while the festive Christmas lights shine down from above!
Bray to Graystone’s Trail
Date: 28th September 2024
Time: 10:30-16:30
Location: Meeting Place - Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 17
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowThe Cliff Walk from Bray to Greystones is one of Bray’s most popular attractions for visitors and local people. The coastal walk goes along the side of Bray Head and has some of the most stunning views on the East Coast.
The Cliff Walk is 7 KM starting from the Promenade in Bray and finishing at Greystones Harbour. The walk takes about 2 hours and is suitable for all levels. The Cliff Walk follows the rail line so you can conveniently return to Bray on the Dart enjoying the view from the comfort of the train!
Sign up now to join us for this great day out!
All bookings for social activities can be made through our website via the online activity booking form above or by visiting the VBG08 office where you can make a payment using our card terminal. If you wish to pay for a social activity by making a cash payment, this can also be done by visiting the VBG08 Office.