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What you will visit: 
 
Dublin Castle 
Built by King John of England in 1230 originally as a defense against the Normans, Dublin Castle has served as the seat of the English government as well as the royal mint and a residence for visiting British leaders. Today, the manicured castle grounds are used primarily for ceremonial purposes. A guided tour takes you through the state apartments adorned with Killybeg carpets and Waterford chandeliers. Once home to the viceroy, the apartments are now used for important state functions. 

St. Patrick's Cathedral  
Built in honor of Ireland's patron saint in 1190, St. Patrick's Cathedral is not only the largest church in Ireland but is also said to be one of the earliest Christian sites in Ireland where St. Patrick baptized converts. The cathedral was damaged during Cromwell's invasion of Ireland in the 17th century and was restored in the 19th century by the Guinness Brewery family. Buried inside is Jonathan Swift, author and former dean of the cathedral. Today, St. Patrick's is the national cathedral for the Church of Ireland (Anglican). 

What you will see along the way: 
Your adventure includes independent exploration of Dublin, the capital of Ireland. In addition to its splendid public buildings, it is rich in the domestic architecture of the 18th century as well as historical Georgian mansions, lending beauty to the city's wide streets and spacious squares. 

Lunch: 
As you stroll through Dublin during your free time, you'll find a wonderful array of cafés and traditional pubs to enjoy lunch on your own.