Holding a special place in Irish history the General Post Office, more commonly known as the GPO, is located right in the heart of Dublin and is one of the city’s top attractions. Its Georgian exterior dominates O’Connell street, Dublin’s main thoroughfare, and it was the focal point of the 1916 Easter Rising. Check out our guide to this well known landmark, with details on its history, how to get here and more.  On the 6th of January 1818, the GPO on Dublin’s O’Connell Street opened for business after four years of construction …
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Smithfield Village is the heart of Old Dublin and right here you’ll find the Old Jameson Distillery. Irish whiskey dates back to the 6th Century when Irish monks learned of the distillation process on a trip to the Middle East. As a result the craft of Irish whiskey making or “Uisce Beatha” meaning “water of life” was born. A tour of the Jameson Distillery is well worthwhile, you can experience the malting, mashing, fermentation, distillation, maturation and bottling processes first hand, followed by some whiskey tasting. Read on for more… …
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For a fun-filled family day in Dublin, why not pop out to Dublin Zoo at the Phoenix Park? Located north of the city centre, Dublin Zoo has been drawing visitors for decades – find out about the top attractions at the zoo, opening times, how to get there and much more! If you’re wondering what to do with the kids in Dublin the zoo is always a great day out! You’ll actually see their faces light up as they pass enclosures of elephants, giraffes, gorillas, lions and zebras. The city farm …
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Delve into Ireland’s turbulent history with a visit to Dublin’s Kilmainham Gaol. Check out our guide to one of the most poignant places you’re likely to visit in Ireland – we’ll give you some background information on the gaol’s history, it’s famous prisoners, how to get there and much more. Kilmainham Gaol is located on Inchicore Road, Kilmainham, Dublin 8 and is a designated National Monument. It was extensively renovated in the 1960′s by a group of volunteers and re-opened as a museum by a former inmate and then President …
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Don’t miss your chance to see Nickelback at the RDS on Saturday 13th September 2008. Since they hit the charts with ‘How You Remind Me’ back in 2001, the band have sold over 25 million albums worldwide! This hugely successful rock band are currently riding high in the charts with their hit ‘Rockstar’. About the band The band hail from a town called Hanna, in Canada but are based in Vancouver. They have been performing since 1995 with lead singer Chad Kroegur at the forefront of the band. The band’s …
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Come along to Merrion Square on the 13th, 14th and 15th of June 2008 and witness some of the best street entertainment in the world! About the street performances For 3 days in June, Merrion Square will be taken over and turned into one of the most thrilling and exhilarating venues in the country. This festival has had a huge attendance the past few years and this year it will once again, attract thousands of spectators to see over 120 free street events. Acrobatics, jugglers, mime artists, sword swallowers, stilt …
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If you’re thinking of taking the car to Dublin city, then it’s handy to know where the main car parks are located. Parking in Dublin can be a bit of a nightmare, but with this guide you’ll know where exactly to park your car so that it’s safe and secure and above all, legally parked. Dublin city is small and compact so at rush hour it tends to get congested. It’s easy to walk around from attraction to attraction so be sure to park-up the car as soon as you arrive, as …
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Dublin is one of the top city destinations in Europe and with a legendary nightlife scene and so much to see and do, it’s the perfect location for your stag or hen weekend! Dublin city is less than 1 hour by air from the UK or you could also opt for the ferry which can also have you arriving in Dublin city from Holyhead in just 99 minutes! Dublin is really a great destination for a stag/hen weekend and being so close to the UK, it won’t break the bank …
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Crossing the Irish Sea by boat was traditionally the way to travel between Ireland and the UK and it still is a popular way to travel, especially if you want to bring the car. Read on to find out what your choices are if you’re thinking of heading to Ireland by boat. Irish Ferries Irish Ferries operate between Holyhead and Dublin Port and have four daily return sailings. The “Dublin Swift” (named after Jonathon Swift – one of Dublin’s famous writers) is a high speed ferry which boasts two bars, a …
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Why not celebrate this Easter weekend with a trip to Dublin? You can choose from a huge range of Dublin hotels, from budget Dublin hotels to those offering 5 star luxury, just take your pick. And whether it’s shopping, sight seeing or a bit of pampering you’re after, you’ll find it in Dublin. Wondering what to do when you get to Dublin? Once you’ve checked into your Dublin hotel, get out and about as the city’s your oyster! Sight seeing is a must – take a look at our Dublin …
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