About Connolly Station
Connolly Station is a railway station in Dublin, Ireland. Connolly Station is the busiest station in Ireland and serves as a hub for the Irish Rail, Ireland's premier railway network. Connolly Station is located at the heart of Dublin, just a short stroll from the Liffey River, as well as Dublin's top landmarks and attractions. Connolly Station's central location makes the perfect spot to deposit your luggage, with several Bounce luggage storage facilities nearby.
Connolly Station was first opened in the 1840s as Dublin Station by the Dublin and Drogheda Railway Company. The station was initially called Dublin Station, before being renamed Amiens Street Station. The station's name was eventually changed to Connolly Station in 1966, in honor of prominent Irish revolutionary activist and statesman James Connolly. Connolly Station features an ornate symmetrical design, complete with three Italianate stone towers.
As Connolly Station is one of the most interconnected stations in Ireland, it's ideal for planning trips across the country and exploring the best attractions Dublin has to offer.
Things to do near Connolly Station
You'll find plenty to do in and around Connolly Station if you have a few hours to spare, with dozens of shops, restaurants, and significant attractions located within a few minutes of the station.
- If you're trying to kill time between trains, there are a few places you enjoy a coffee or a pint at Connolly Station. The station features several coffee shops and restaurants, including Madigan's Bar, Bean and Gone, and Starbucks.
- You can also pick up a few supplies for your trip at Connolly Station. There's a pharmacy where you can buy some suntan lotion and a newsagent where you can grab a book to read on your next train ride.
- The Irish Emigration Museum can be found just a couple of blocks from Connolly Station. This museum documents the history of millions of Irish immigrants who left the Emerald Isles for greener pastures.
- Check out some local art at The Hugh Lane. This contemporary art gallery contains hundreds of works by many local and international artists. The gallery is also the location of the famous painter Francis Bacon's studio.
- Ireland is famed for its whiskey, and you can hear all about its history at the Irish Whiskey Museum. Visitors can take a tour led by one of the museum's leading experts in whiskey and even partake in a tasting.
Transit Options from Connolly Station
- Luas Tram Service: Red and Green Line
- Dublin Buses: 14, 15, 27, 27a, 27b, 27x, 29a, 31a, 31b, 32, 32x, 42, 43, 53, 140
- Train Services: Northbound and Southbound
- Taxi Rank
Luggage Storage at Connolly Station
Dublin is one of the most exciting cities in Europe, with friendly locals, vibrant nightlife, and a plethora of intriguing historical attractions. Connolly Station is the perfect place to start your Dublin caper, as it affords transport across the whole city. This transport hub is ideal for storing your bags, with loads of Bounce storage locations at nearby restaurants, shops, and hotels. Just jump on the Bounce app, book a spot a facility close to you, and get ready to experience the best sights in Dublin.
Activities and Attractions in Dublin
- Guinness Storehouse: No trip to Dublin would be complete without paying tribute to Ireland's most famous export, Guinness. Visitors can take a tour of the historic Guinness Storehouse and Brewery, and learn the story of this iconic beer. At the end of the tour, you'll be taken to the Gravity Bar, where you can enjoy a free pint of Guinness while enjoying a panoramic view of Dublin's skyline and the Wicklow Mountains. You won't want to carry your bags around with you on the tour, so store them with Bounce before heading to the brewery.
- Phoenix Park: Tourists looking to experience the Irish countryside without leaving Dublin will want to swing by Phoenix Park. Phoenix Park is the largest city park in Europe and covers over 1,750 acres of lush greenery, historic landmarks, and iconic monuments. A unique way of experiencing the park is on a segway tour, which will take you past the park's best sights, including the grazing fallow deer population. You won't want to carry your bags while on a segway tour, so drop them off at a Bounce storage service beforehand.
- Dublin Castle: One of Ireland's most famous historic landmarks is Dublin Castle. This fortress has stood in the city for over 800 years and has hosted the inauguration of Irish Presidents since the 1920s. The castle's museum holds many important Irish artifacts and recounts the castle's long history. As Dublin Castle contains many priceless relics, you won't want to knock anything over accidentally with your luggage, so visit a nearby Bounce storage service before touring the castle.
- Temple Bar: Temple Bar is one of Dublin's most exciting districts, full of intriguing history, eclectic artwork, and cozy pubs. Have lunch at one of the area's high-class eateries, and then tour the cobbled streets and admire the area's contemporary street art. Before you leave, make sure you drop by The Temple Bar Pub. This pub is over 150 years old and is a popular tourist attraction thanks to its live traditional music and association with author James Joyce.
- National Gallery of Ireland: This breathtaking art museum features stunning architecture and over 600 years of European artwork. The National Gallery contains over 13,000 pieces of art, with works by some of the famous painters in the world, including Johannes Vermeer, Pablo Picasso, and Claude Monet. Large bags are not allowed in the gallery, so leave them at a Bounce storage service first.
- National Museum of Ireland - Natural History: One of Dublin's strangest and most interesting sights is The Dead Zoo at the National Museum of Ireland. This amazing exhibition contains hundreds of taxidermied animals, from polar bears to extinct Tasmanian tigers. The Dead Zoo also includes the Darwin Flies, a collection of over 10,000 flies collected by famed biologist Charles Darwin. Stash your belongings at a Bounce storage service before visiting, as the museum can get a bit cramped on busy days.
