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Deirdre

Deirdre Keogh is General Manager at Vagabond Tours. Born and raised in Dublin, she knows Irelandโ€™s capital inside out. Youโ€™ll love Deirdre's expert travel tips about Dublin whether youโ€™re taking Vagabond and Driftwood tours or merely visiting the city.

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Deirdre's 24 Hours In Dublin Guide

1st April 2026
Planning 24 hours in Dublin? Whether itโ€™s your first visit or a quick stop on a wider Irish adventure, this one day in Dublin itinerary helps you make every moment count. 24 Hours In Dublin At A Glance ๐ŸŒ‡ Morning: Start Your Day In Dublin Right ๐Ÿ•› Midday: Explore Dublin Like a Local ๐Ÿ•’ Afternoon: Guinness, Parks & Hidden Gems ๐ŸŒƒ Evening: Pubs, Music & Great Craic!
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The graves in Glasnevin Cemetery with the round tower in the distance

Glasnevin Cemetery Tour: Things To Do In Dublin

20th March 2026
Looking for things to do in Dublin that brings Irelandโ€™s past vividly to life?, local expert, Deirdre, highly recommends checking out the Glasnevin Cemetery Tour. Glasnevin Cemetery At A Glance ๐Ÿชฆ Glasnevin Cemetery Tour โ˜˜๏ธ Tracing Irish Family Roots ๐Ÿบ Visit Grave Diggers Pub ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ How To Get To Glasnevin Cemetery?
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Things To Do In Dublin Near Grand Canal Hotel

1st May 2025
Explore Dublin with travel expert Deirdre's definitive list of things to do near the Grand Canal Hotel. The Grand Canal Area At A Glance ๐Ÿ˜‹ You are spoiled for dining and drinking options in the area. ๐ŸŸ๏ธ Within a 10 minute walk you'll find one of Ireland's largest theatres and biggest sports stadiums. โญ There's also an historic battlefield, beautiful Georgian architecture, a scenic canal and a windswept beach. ๐Ÿš‰ Take a day trip from Grand Canal Dock train station, only 5 minutes walk away.
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A vibrantly blue bike leans against the railing of an ivy-coloured Georgian front door as a female walks by

Deirdre's Non-Touristy Things To Do In Dublin

24th July 2024
You've likely heard of Temple Bar and the Guinness Storehouse. Now get ready for something different. Local expert, Deirdre, helps you explore Dublin like a Dubliner, with these distinctly non-touristy things to do. Non-Touristy Dublin At A Glance ๐ŸŒผ A Street Market With Added Local Flavour ๐Ÿšฒ A Georgian Dublin Bike Tour  โ›ฒ Blissful Parks & Europe's Oldest Mall ๐Ÿ›ค๏ธ Villages & Coastline By Train ๐Ÿ“œ Free-To-Enter Dublin Musems
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Irish breakfast with egg, bacon, tomato and bread

Dine Like A Dub: The Best Places to Eat in Dublin City Centre

22nd July 2024
Staying in Dublin? Deirdre is a true-blue Dubliner. Discover her favourite restaurants in Ireland's capital for fresh, locally-sourced and delicious Irish food.
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A panoramic view of Howth Harbour with an island in the distance and a lighthouse in view

Take These 7 Easy Dublin Day Trips By Rail, Bus Or Tram

22nd July 2024
Staying in Ireland's capital city? Don't miss Deirdre's easy day trips from Dublin, all within easy reach by public transport. Dublin Day Trips & Public Transport At A Glance ๐Ÿšž I Love These Charming Day Trips Around Dublin ๐Ÿš‰ Dublin's Rail And Tram Systems Cover Most Of The City ๐Ÿš For Everywhere Else, Hop On A Dublin Bus ๐Ÿค‘ Save Money & Hassle With This Travel Card
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