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County Dublin and Dublin City

Dublin - normally this stands for Dublin City, but actually a whole county bears this name. And while the city itself is the most-visited location in Ireland, the outskirts and neighboring areas are well worth a look. Here is some information on visiting and enjoying Dublin's Fair City and the County surrounding it.
Traditional Music in Dublin - Sessions in Local Pubs and Clubs
A list of Dublin pubs and clubs hosting regular sessions of traditional music.
Events in Dublin 2008
A calendar of events and festivals in Dublin - especially for visitors to Ireland.
Dublin for Kids
Traveling with children can be a challenge - but it need not be a nightmare. Keep the kids amused and everybody will have a great time. Fortunately Dublin provides a lot of entertainment for young persons that the older generations might also enjoy. At a different level, usually - but as long as everybody is happy, all's well that ends well.
County Dublin
Basic Facts about County Dublin
Dublin City - An Introduction
Only in the 10th century a trading colony was founded by the Vikings near today's Christ Church Cathedral and called after the nearby "dark pool", in Irish "dubh linn". Dublin used to be Europe's "Number One Party Destination" and on busy weekends can still feel like Daytona Beach during Spring Break.
Top 10 Sights of Dublin
Even if you have just one day in Dublin, make sure not to miss any of the Top Ten Sights! Most are within easy reach of the city center or will be part of a bus tour.
Lesser Known Sights of Dublin
Once you have done the essential sights of Dublin you might be tempted to see some of the hidden gems of Ireland's capital. These will require some more effort to find them and to get there, but they are certainly worth a visit and will make your Dublin experience unique.
Free Attractions in Dublin
Dublin, despite its relatively small size, is one of the most vibrant cities of Europe - it also tends to be one of the more expensive cities. Low air fares are just the start of any journey and travelers tend to be surprised by the prices in Ireland's capital city. But there are still things to be had for free ...
Notable Cemeteries of Dublin - Where to Meet Dublin's Dead
Dublin has dozens of cemeteries - but not all are worth a visit. Find out which stand out from the usual.
Public Transport in Dublin
You do not need a car in Dublin. Indeed it might be rather counterproductive to use a rental car as a tourist in Ireland's capital city. It is a far more sensible idea to use public transport.
Taking a Bus in Dublin
It generally is a great experience to explore Dublin by bus and the system operated is fairly easy to master. But it does have its pitfalls.
Dublin Airport
Essential information on Dublin Airport, one of Ireland's airports used for scheduled passenger flights. How to get to Dublin Airport, what to expect and where to go from here.
Tours of Dublin
When visiting Dublin you have several methods to explore the city at your disposal. The best way to get to know Dublin without too much hassle and with a knowledgeable commentary thrown in is a tour. You actually have a choice of several.
Dublin Tourism Website
Official tourism website for the City and County of Dublin.
City of Dublin Official Website
Official website of the Dublin City Council including maps for visitors, traffic cameras and event information.
Dublin Community Website
Community website for Dublin City with information on events and policies.

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