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Trip Itinerary Board our private Hellfire Express to hear some of the haunted legends that abound further afield than Dublin City Centre at famous landmarks such as St Patrick's Cathedral, Rathfarnham Castle and Kilakee House as we wind our way along the path towards the lonely dark Dublin Mountain range. Arrive at the Hellfire Club – we disembark the bus and walk up to one of Ireland’s most lonely and infamous places. The burnt out shell of this haunted hunting lodge dating from 1725 is known for its association with Satanism, the supernatural and the occult. Be warned! Although this desolate place is miles from civilisation it has witnessed activities that should not be seen by anyone on this earthly plain. It is not unusual for visitors to experience head and chest tightness as their subconscious picks up on the horrors that this lonely hill has witnessed, it is not a place for the faint hearted! Once we have arrived you are rewarded with the best view of Dublin in the world! Don't forget your camera - a must for all budding photographers. See why this is the ideal location renowned by the darker side of Dublin gentry in the 1700s. Our talented storyteller will recount the history of this place, including the destruction of the ancient megalithic monuments, the exhumation of the demonic statue and dwarf skeleton, to the evil rituals and events that took place here such as the black masses, human and animal sacrifices, and the infamous card game with the “cloven-hoofed visitor.” The historical "Haunted Hellfire" excursion will last approximately 2.5 hours (inclusive of travel time to and from the Dublin Mountains) Feel free to bring your own torch if don't have a phone. We will however be insisting however that all mobile phones and lights be turned off at certain points on the tour... for your safety! Finish back at O'Sheas, where you can avail of our special drinks promotions and dance the night away to live music. Why not avail of our "Pour your own Pint Experience" at O'Sheas: A Pint of Guinness, A Photograph & Certificate - €13 A Pint of Guinness, A Photograph & T-Shirt & Certificate - €25 Fingers food for group - just €10 per head Pint & Stew €10 Please note that the above extras are not included in your original ticket price. What you need to bring with you: 1) Your ticket / Online Payment Receipt Please bring the printout of your online booking or entry may be refused. You can turn up on the night for any tour, but preference will be give to online bookings. 2) Warm Clothes Please bring very warm gear as much of the tour takes place at the summit of Mont Pellier in the Dublin Mountains and we can assure you it will be cold up there! You can always take off layers but you can't add any more! 3) Wet Weather Gear Be prepared. Please remember that it does rain in Ireland. You will not enjoy the tour if you are freezing cold and wet so please bring umbrellas and appropriate gear. We run rain, hail or shine. 4) Sturdy Walking Shoes The Hellfire Club Dublin is perched atop a lonely peak in the mountains. To get there we need to walk for approx 20 minutes uphill. Please bring appropriate shoes for this! You will not enjoy yourself if your feet are sore and/or cold. This is an outdoor walking tour, and a basic level of fitness is required. 5) Flashlights or Mobile Phone with a similar facility There are no public artificial light sources in the Dublin Mountains, if you do have a handy flashlight please bring it along as the track up the mountain is unsealed and we may be walking in darkness at some points.
Trip style: Local Life & Culture, History & Heritage Language Tour: English Full Itinerary Get the local lowdown on a city that's seen its fair share of drama in recent years on this historical Detroit tour that takes you through the city's crazy past. Begin your Detroit tour at a cafe on Broadway, where you'll meet your local guide and head out onto the streets. From the minute you leave the meeting point you'll start seeing some famous Detroit landmarks, such as the 95-year old Detroit Athletic Club, the renovated Opera House, the vacant Wurlitzer Building, and the fine new downtown YMCA. Your local guide will be telling you all you need to know about these spots, and what they mean to the city of Detroit. Continuing on your tour in Detroit, see the site where one of the biggest department stores in the US once stood. When it closed in the 1980s, it left a hole in the city that hasn't been filled. There are not many stores in the old retail district, but apartments and lofts have brought some new life to the area. Next on this Detroit city tour, the Compuware Building from 2002 is worth a visit, for its 15-story atrium and colorful fountain. Outside that building you'll see a panorama that includes landmarks like the 47-story Penobscot Building from 1928, the Guardian Building from 1929, and the Renaissance Center from 1977, which is home to the tallest hotel in the entire Western Hemisphere (72 floors!) as well as the headquarters of General Motors. Then you'll see Campus Martius Park in the heart of downtown, which opened in 2004 and features an ice-skating rink in winter and activities year-round. It recently won an award as the nation's most transformative urban park, and is a fine example of how Detroit is making a serious comeback. A visit to the Guardian Building gives you a picture of the greatness of Detroit in the late 1920s. The lobby and banking room of this art-deco skyscraper are truly incredible. We'll take a stop here, and then we take a ride on the elevated People Mover, which has been moving people around downtown Detroit since 1987. From the Michigan Avenue Station, see the $800 Million MGM Grand Casino and hotel that were completed in 2008, and the new Rosa Parks Transit Center (named for "the mother of the Civil Rights Movement") with its dramatic canopies. If the weather is nice, we'll walk to a nearby hotel that's a great example of Detroit's rise, fall and renewal. When it opened in 1924 it was the tallest hotel in the world and one of the fanciest, but it closed in the 1980s and stood vacant for more than 25 years on a prominent street corner. Detroiters were thrilled when it reopened after a $200 million renovation as the wonderful, a proud moment in Detroit's history! A block down from here is one of the world's tallest vacant buildings at 36-storeys high. Your leader will tell you stories of its past and how it awaits a new life. Next, we visit the area near Grand Circus Park, which is full of examples of Detroit's rocky history. Here we'll find even more vacant buildings as well as legendary parks and music venues that have hosted the like of Bruce Spingsteen and Detroit's own Eminem. This gives us many more opportunities for your guide to let you in on all the local secrets behind them. It's one thing simply seeing these buildings, but to get to know the history behind them makes the experience even more special, especially when it comes from the mouth of a local! Our last stop will be at a local brewpub, where you can sip on a local beer or soft drink and continue to chat about Detroit with your local guide. The first drink's on us!
BODY WORLDS London invites you on an inspiring, fun and educational journey through the human body. Featuring over 200 anatomical specimens, visitors will discover a huge range of insights into the body and mind, including the impact our lifestyle choices have. This world-class Museum Experience is suited for all ages Ticket Includes: Entry to BODY WORLDS London on your chosen visit date FREE audio guide (in English) Flexible entry: exchange for the next available time-slot anytime on your chosen visit date Instant voucher delivery: print your voucher and exchange at the attraction BODY WORLDS London Highlights: Be amazed by the beauty of the human body beneath the skin Discover a wide range of insights about the effects our choices and our minds can have on our health Be astounded by over 200 real anatomical specimens, displayed in 6 galleries across on 3 floors and over 20,000 sq ft. BODY WORLDS London prides itself on health education, and the attraction is suitable to guests of all ages Enhance your visit by using the complimentary audio guide A unique experience awaits: it has been described by many as ‘emotional’, ‘extraordinary’ and even ‘life-changing’! 68% of guests come away from BODY WORLDS feeling incentivised to live a healthier life. Practical Information: Please ensure you PRINT your voucher. It is a flexi-ticket, valid for the next available time-slot Last admission is 90 minutes before closing time No photography is permitted (due to the Human Tissue Act) No bags are allowed in the exhibition, except for small hand bags of 30cm x 30cm or less. On site locker facilities are available if required. Please be aware there is a charge for this facility. About BODY WORLDS: BODY WORLDS is the only exhibition of real human bodies with its own established donor programme. Currently, there are over 17,000 BODY WORLDS donors, worldwide, who approved to donate their body to BODY WORLDS for public display and educational purposes.
Big Bus Paris - 1 Day Tour NEW : Half covered Open-top bus to enjoy Paris even if it is raining FREE Paris Map FREE Headsets FREE Ponchos FREE Reward Voucher Booklet Montparnasse 56 Observation Visit Take in the best view of the Eiffel Tower and everything else Paris has to offer on the amazing 56th floor of the Montparnasse 56 Panoramic Visit (this will also avoid you the long queues at the Eiffel Tower). If you do just one thing when you are in Paris, this has to be it! Celebrate a special occasion or just the fact that you're in the most beautiful city in the world (arguably). You will have the very best views of the Eiffel Tower. A large number of audiovisual and interactive facilities are available, as is the aptly named 360 Degree Cafe with a wide range of drinks, snacks and light meals. Louvre Museum The Louvre Museum is unquestionably one of the finest art galleries in the world. Home to thousands of classic and modern masterpieces, the Louvre is the jewel in the crown of French culture, a towering testament to European civilisation and history. Its quality and importance is highlighted through its popularity as the Louvre is the globes most-visited museum. To walk through the Louvre Museum is to walk through the history of France and into the minds of kings and revolutionaries. The reigns of Louis XIII and Louis XIV saw major expansion and a linking of the palaces and halls, which make up the museum today. The Louvre Museum contains over 35,000 pieces of artwork across numerous departments including Near Eastern Antiquities, Egyptian Antiquities, Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Antiquities, Islamic Art, Sculptures, Decorative Arts, Paintings, Prints and Drawings. Masterpieces by great artists such as Da Vinci and Delacroix are part of the permanent collection of this prestigious gallery. Surrounding this iconic pyramid building are the Carrousel gardens. These beautiful formal gardens are among the finest in the world and the perfect setting to discuss and reflect on the wonders of the gallery itself.
Silver Menu: Choice of main course: Hickory barbecue bacon cheeseburger (basted with hickory barbecue sauce and topped with caramelized onions, cheddar cheese and smoked bacon) or Chicken Caesar salad (romaine lettuce tossed in our homemade Caesar dressing, croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese) or Honey mustard grilled chicken sandwich (toasted brioche bun with honey mustard, topped with smoked bacon, grilled chicken, fries and salad). Signature Hard Rock ice-cream and choice of soft drink, water, beer or wine. Gold Menu: Choice of main course: Twisted Mac & Cheese Pasta (pasta Cavatappi with spice three cheesse with grilled bread, served with garlic bread) or Legendary Burger (topped with smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, golden fried onion ring, crisp lettuce and vine ripened tomato) or BBQ Chicken (smoked grilled chicken with barbecue sauce serve with fries, beans and coleslaw). Signature Hard Rock ice-cream and choice of soft drink, water, beer or wine. Diamond Menu: Starter (for two persons): Tupelo Chicken tenders (hand-breaded, lightly fried tenderloins of chicken, served with honey mustard and hickory barbecue sauces and fries). Choice of main course: Mushroom & Swiss burger (with Smothered with sautéed mushrooms and Swiss cheese) or Blackend chicken pasta (grilled breast Cajun chicken over spinach and fresh tomato with penne pasta covered with Alfredo sauce serve with garlic bread) or Legendary Burguer. Signature Hard Rock ice-cream and choice of soft drink, water, beer or wine. Platinum Menu: Choice of starter (for two persons): Potato Skin (Crispy potato skins filled with our homemade cheese sauce, smoked bacon and green onions, served with a side of sour cream) or Hard Rock Nachos (Tortilla chips piled high and layered with bean mix, with cheeses, pico de gallo, jalapeños garnished with sour cream). Choice of main course: Hickory smoked ribs (fall-off-the-bone tender baby back ribs, rubbed with our signature seasonings and basted with hickory barbecue sauce with fries, beans and coleslaw) or Grilled Salmon (grilled tender and drizzled with sweet and spicy barbecue sauce with maître de butter, served with golden mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie), or Legendary Burger (burger with bacon, cheese, onions, lettuce and tomato). Signature Hard Rock ice-cream and choice of soft drink, water, beer or wine.
The world-famous 86th and 102nd floor Observatories offer unmatched views of New York City and on a clear day one can see to New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Delaware. 1,050 feet above the city’s bustling streets, the 86th floor Observatory offers panoramic views from within a glass-enclosed pavilion and from the surrounding open-air promenade. 200 feet higher, our 102nd floor Observatory is a private and serene perch in the middle of the greatest city in the world.
The Observatories have been a “must visit” for millions each year since it opened to the public in 1931. Each year approximately four million people are whisked to our 86th and 102nd floors, consistently one of New York City’s top tourist attractions. Visit the Observatories 365 days per year, day and night, rain or shine, for magnificent views of Manhattan and beyond.
The Empire State Building embodies the feeling and spirit of New York City. It is recognized not only as an iconic landmark offering some of the most spectacular views on earth, but also as an international symbol of shared hopes, dreams, and accomplishment.
Accessibility: The Empire State Building is fully ADA compliant. We have handicapped restrooms on the 86th Floor Observatory and also have lowered viewing walls and binoculars. Service dogs are allowed throughout the building. Motorized and non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted. The 86th Floor has ramps to make getting around easier and lowered viewing walls so that visitors in chairs can still take in the view.
Additional Options:
102nd Floor Observatory: Upgrade available at Observatory ticket office (2nd floor) or 86th floor kiosk for an additional $20.00.
Express Pass: Purchase exclusively from the official Empire State Building onsite ticket office on the day of arrival to move to the front the line.
Dining: State Grill and Bar offers a prix fixe dinner package to observatory guests with fresh locally sourced foods prepared in our glass enclosed kitchen and unique, local craft beers and cocktails. There are also two Starbucks, a café, Chipotle, Sushi-teria, and the budget minded Heartland Brewery.
Building Information
1,050 feet to the 86th floor Observatory
1,250 feet to the 102nd floor Observatory
1,453 feet, 8 9/16 inches to the tip of the broadcast tower
Broadcast tower adds 203 feet 8 9/16 inches
103 floors
1,872 steps to the 103rd floor
Sits on 79,288 square feet, approximately 2 acres
Weighs 365,000 tons
Volume is 37 million cubic feet
200,000 cubic feet of Indiana limestone & granite exterior cladding
An estimated ten million bricks were used in construction
730 tons of aluminum and stainless steel were used in construction
57,000 tons of steel were used in construction
Contains 473 miles of electrical wiring and 70 miles of pipe
6,514 windows
210 columns at the base support the entire weight of the building
Construction was completed in one year and 45 days
Seven million man-hours went into constructing the Empire State Building
Final cost of property and construction was $41 million
73 elevators
Five entrances
2.85 million rentable square feet
After Seeing the New York Skyline from above why not see it below with a sightseeing open top bus tour
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