What sights in Dublin would you recommend for a 12-year old? My wife, daughter, and I have about five days in town.
Posted by
Eugene, Oregon...Formerly Ventura, CA
2261 posts
The Archaeology Museum is very worthwhile, and I think it's quite accessible for a twelve year old. Lots of bronze age artifacts, jewelry and Celtic ornamentation. Also there is Gallagh Man, a bog body that is remarkably well preserved. Nearby is the also interesting Natural History Museum, and Saint Stephens Green.
Depending on your daughter's interests, the Kilmainham Gaol tour may be a good idea, it's a pretty good start to understanding the Troubles.
Posted by
Colorado Springs
2827 posts
Might suggest that your daughter look at this list of attractions for Dublin and decide what may be interest to her:
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g186605-Activities-Dublin_County_Dublin.html
Posted by
1172 posts
We were just there 2 weeks ago and my kids aged 8 and 11 really enjoyed Dublinia. My 11 year old loved Kilmainham gaol... it made for a very interesting conversation about history and the treatment of different groups etc. It was a little much for my 8 year old.