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.
A calendar of events and festivals in Dublin - especially for visitors to Ireland.
Basic Facts about County Dublin
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.
A list of Dublin pubs and clubs hosting regular sessions of traditional music.
When visiting Dublin you might want to join guided tours ... or set out on your own. If you are planning to do the latter, here is a handy dozen of hints to make your life easier. All tried and tested. And some maybe stating the obvious to a seasoned traveler. But it is always worth to refresh these.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 ...
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.
Dublin has dozens of cemeteries - but not all are worth a visit. Find out which stand out from the usual.
What is a "signature building"? Well, to be short, it is a building that you forever connect to one (and only one) place in the world. Think Akropolis and Athens, think Tower Bridge and London, think Empire State Building and New York. So what are the buildings that scream "Dublin!" at you?
Chinese New Year 2009 in Dublin - Irish Celebrations for the Chinese Year of the Ox
Saint Patrick's Day in Dublin - every year on March 17th, Dublin's inner city experiences a period of unusual calm (when streets are closed for traffic) before the storm. The storm being the annual celebrations for Saint Patrick's Day. Here's how best to weather this storm and have a cracking good day.
U2 - love them or loath them, the four lads from Dublin are still up there at the top. Bono Vox, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. are rock gods. And many visitors to Dublin try to find the shrines to their idols.
Official tourism website for the City and County of Dublin.
Official website of the Dublin City Council including maps for visitors, traffic cameras and event information.
Community website for Dublin City with information on events and policies.
