The Grand Canal Hotel is located in the south centre of Dublin city within a short walking distance of the Aviva Stadium, Trinity College, Bord Gais Energy Theatre, The 3Arena, Convention Centre Dublin and the RDS.
Giro D'Italia will make its way from Belfast and will arrive in Dublin on Sunday May 11th. The finish line in Dublin will be on Merrion Street, a five minute walk from Grand Canal Hotel and Gasworks Bar. To celebrate this amazing event we have created a special Giro D'Italia menu which is just €17.50 for 2 courses. We are also offering FREE secure bike parking for the day for those who book a table.
To book a table or to enquire about our Giro D'Italia overnight B&B rates please contact us on 01-6461000.
Wondering what to get up to this Easter?
Well we have listed 5 great events that are taking place this Easter weekend in
the city. From kids chocolate feasts to a night at the theatre, there is
something for everyone to enjoy.
1. Cadbury’s Easter
Egg Trail at Croke Park Stadium
Date: Monday 14th April to
Monday 21st April (excl.Friday 18th)
Time: Daily at 13.30
As part of the Croke Park
Museum guided tour, there is an extra special tour for the little ones whereby
they will follow clues to find tokens which they can then use to collect their
Cadbury Easter Eggs.
The fun and interesting
tours take place behind the scenes at Croke Park where visitors get the chance
to access areas such the players’ lounge, the dressing rooms, warm-up area and
pitch side. Then top it all off by enjoying a bird’s eye view of the stadium
from the top tier.
Cost:
Child €8.50 (under 5: Free)
Adult €12.50
Students/OAP €9.50
Family (based on 2 adults & 2 children): €34.00
Family (based on 2 adults & 3 children): €38.00
Easter Egg Hunt Tour prices (including a Cadbury Easter
Egg for every participant)
Booking: Booking is essential as places
are limited Tel. +353 1 8192323
2. DL Kid’s
Easter Party
Dates: 14th to 18th & 22nd to 25thApril. David Lloyd Riverview.
There are Easter camps available
for kids of all ages;
Mini Camp for children 3-4yrs, which runs from 9am to
1pm.
Holiday Active camp forchildren 5-11yrs who can choose from a
full day (9am to 5pm) or half day (9am to 1pm).
There are session plans in place
each day to entertain your kids with an array of sports, and artsand crafts activities. Kids will have
the opportunity to swim, play tennis and meet new friends plus lots more.
Non-members are welcome.From €24 for half day to €35 for full
day. (Non-members are €28 and €42 respectively). Lunch and snacks are
also included.
Dates: Saturday the 12thof April to Sunday
the 27th of April.
Times: 10.30/11.30/12.30pm and 2.30/3.30pm.
The Viking Big Dig and Viking
House will celebrate the 1000 year anniversary of the Battle of Clontarf. At
the Viking big dig, children will experience what it is like to be an
archaeologist and find Viking treasures dating back over 1000 years. For
the adults, there will also be a full size reconstruction of a Viking house
within the Dublinia courtyard, showing how a Viking house was built, and
you can even get involved in the build too.
Dublin City Council proposes to stage the
largest Viking village and living history battle re-enactment ever produced in
Ireland.The Viking village will contain static and
interactive displays of Viking life and include demonstrations of Viking Skills
and Crafts such as weapons displays , storytelling, Blacksmith, Leather
working, Pole Lathe, Coin Striking, Silversmith, Hnefatafl (Viking Chess),
Archery Display and Viking Long Boat, Falconry Displays, Mounted Viking Displays.
Taking place at St. Anne's Park & Rose Gardens, Raheny, Dublin 5,
this is a free event suitable for the
whole family.
5.War Horse
27th March – 27th April
War Horse is the powerful story
of a young boy called Albert and his beloved horse, Joey, who has been
requisitioned to fight for the English in World War I. Caught in enemy
crossfire, Joey ends up serving on both sides during the war before landing in
no man’s land, while Albert, not old enough to enlist, embarks on a treacherous
mission to find his horse and bring him home. A remarkable tale of courage,
loyalty and friendship, War Horse features ground-breaking puppetry work by
South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, which brings breathing and galloping
horses to life on stage.
Suitable for both adults and
children. Experience the emotional journey that charges through the
battlefields of history straight to hearts of audiences around the world.
Looking for accommodation in Dublin city? Check out Grand Canal Hotel. Located in the picturesque location of Ballsbridge, Grand Canal Hotel is walking distance from Dublin City Centre, The Bord Gais Energy Thaetre, Aviva Stadium, The RDS, Dublin Convention Center & The o2.
