If you want to experience a young, lively city with a vibrant nightlife, with bags of shopping options, a glimpse of an ancient civilisation, fantastic music, marvellous theatres and galleries, then a visit to Dublin city is a must. There’s no end of tourist attractions as well as plenty pubs, restaurants and late night hot spots. It has everything any visitor could possibly want and much more. Here’s a list of some of Dublin’s top tourist haunts: Trinity College Dublin… Trinity College was once a place for only the elite …
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Ireland’s weather is highly influenced by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream and the south westerly winds that come from the Atlantic Ocean, so unpredictability is the one thing you can rely on! If in doubt, however, prepare for rain.  When packing for your trip to Dublin, bring layers of warm clothing and waterproof gear.  Summer may arrive at any time from early March to late September and may last weeks, days, or hours – so expect the unexpected!  Read on for more… As you may have gathered, changeable weather is the …
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Located just 10km west of Dublin city centre, Blanchardstown is a growing suburb of Dublin. The most recent example of this is the very impressive Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, situated just off the M50 ring road. The centre opened its doors in 1996 and has today become one of the main shopping centres in the country. In its first year alone it welcomed over 10 million visitors. Read on for more about the Blanchardstown Shopping Centre… With top class facilities and the very latest in fashion you won’t be disappointed with what …
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Dún Laoghaire is a scenic, suburban seaside town, located about 7 miles (12km) south of Dublin city centre. Its man made harbour is Dublin’s main passenger port and its one of the largest (man made) harbours in the world. There’s plenty to do here in terms of outdoor activities and Dún Laoghaire boasts an excellent selection of shops pubs and restaurants. The area is very well served by public transport, so no hassle if you want to get to the city centre. Read on for more   Dún Laoghaire – a little bit of …
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The affluent, leafy suburb of Ballsbridge is located in the Dublin 4 postal area, just south of the city centre. It’s well served by public transport, the DART stops at Lansdowne Road and there are several bus routes to town making it an ideal base for checking out the sights and sounds of Dublin. Find out more about Ballsbridge…  The name Ballsbridge is derived from the bridge over the River Dodder. The bridge was built and owned by a Mr Ball – there’s a plaque on the bridge that still …
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The Point Theatre is Dublin’s premier concert and events venues. Over the years it has played host to many a legendry concert including U2, Pearl Jam, the Smashing Pumpkins, and REM. If you’ve danced the night away to one of these greats then you’ll have fantastic musical memories of the Point Theatre. Or maybe it was a boxing match that introduced you to The Point. It has been closed for this past year for renovations and will reopen its doors in December 2008 under its new name The O2. Read …
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Dublin city and county have a large number of public parks, flowering gardens and waterways. In addition to the squares from the Georgian era, such as Stephens Green and Merrion Square, there are many botanical gardens and large public parks with fine gardens. Dublin also has the River Liffey, the Royal Canal and the Grand Canal which offer scenic walks and an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life! Read on for more… The following are some of the most beautiful and historic parks to relax in during …
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Looking for the best way to get from Dublin Airport to the city centre or vice versa? Then look no further! With over 700 buses operating out of Dublin Airport daily you won’t be left standing at the arrivals hall. Read on for a full list of bus routes that operate to and from the airport and sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey. AIRLINK Express Bus Service to Dublin Airport… The Airlink Express Bus Service operates from Dublin Airport to the city centre, Heuston Train Station, Connolly Rail Station, …
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They say the best things in life are free and how true this is if you’re in Dublin, or planning a trip to Ireland’s capital. Here is a selection of free, yes FREE Dublin tourist attractions. Read on for more… The Museum of Natural History… The building itself was built in 1856 and is located on Kildare Street. It’s a must for all visitors to Dublin, both young and old, and yes admission is free. The Museum of Natural History showcases a huge range of zoological collections that can be …
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Dublin’s music scene isn’t just confined to busking on Grafton Street! The city offers a wide and diverse variety of music venues to suit all tastes. Whether you’re interested in rock n’ roll, pop, folk music, country music, classical music or jazz you’ll certainly be spoilt for choice as Dublin has an ever-expanding list of venues. Here’s a list of some of Dublin’s most popular live music venues. Whelan’s Pub… Whelan’s Pub is located on Wexford Street, Dublin 2, in the heart of Dublin city centre. Not only is it …
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